With the 2025 local body elections fast approaching, nominations for key roles across Invercargill remain low — with even some incumbent councillors yet to confirm whether they will stand again. This will be the first mayoral race without an incumbent since the late Eve Poole, as Mayor Nobby Clark has confirmed

UPDATE – 6:00pm, Friday 19 July The Gore District Council is continuing to advise residents connected to the Gore township water supply to avoid drinking tap water, as nitrate levels remain above the acceptable limit. General Manager Critical Services Jason Domigan said updated test results received today show a reduction

If you've felt a buzz of activity around Invercargill recently, you're not wrong. From new builds taking shape to familiar faces relocating, the city's commercial landscape is certainly on the move. Here's a look at some of the latest developments making headlines

Mayor Nobby Clark is back! After a brief hospital break, he returns with updates on his health and strong views on council reforms, spending, and Invercargill’s future. More on Mayor Clark. Mayor Clark Back In Action After BreakThe timer on Mayor Nobby Clark’s watch says he has just

The Southland Sharks basketball team are celebrating a standout season, reaching the 2025 Sal’s NBL grand final for the first time in over seven years. The achievement has captured the attention of the wider New Zealand basketball community and the Invercargill locals who have been behind the team every

Police in Invercargill made a major breakthrough after what began as a routine bail check turned into a late-night arrest operation. The incident took place shortly after midnight, when officers visited a property for a standard bail condition check. As one of the occupants opened the door, officers immediately noticed

Pre-election coverage - Invercargill City Council Candidate Q&A. Will you be standing again?   I will be standing for the Mayoralty but not to be a councillor. Why or why not? There is a longstanding tradition of standing for one or the other which I believe is right. It

Invercargill’s Lotto luck has continued this week, with one local player scooping a $14,460 prize in Lotto Second Division. The winning ticket was bought at New World Elles Road and was one of 14 tickets that scored the same amount in Wednesday night’s live Lotto draw. It’