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Invercargill Weekend Gig Guide - May 8–10
Invercargill Weekend Gig Guide - May 8–10
Featured   -   May 09, 2026

It's that time again. The weekend is here, the venues are ready, and there's no shortage of live music across Southland to keep you busy from Friday night through to Sunday. Here's where to be. Friday, May 8 Niche at The Langlands Hotel Start

Commerce Commission Approves Gull-NPD Fuel Merger
Commerce Commission Approves Gull-NPD Fuel Merger
Business   -   May 08, 2026

The Commerce Commission has approved the merger of fuel retailers Gull and NPD, creating a nationwide network of around 240 service stations from Invercargill to the far north. The competition watchdog said today it was satisfied the proposed merger would not substantially reduce competition in New Zealand's fuel

Local Cocktail Talent Shines on National Stage
Local Cocktail Talent Shines on National Stage
News   -   May 08, 2026

A mixologist from Invercargill's The Langlands has made it to the top six in New Zealand's most prestigious cocktail competition. Stefani, who works at 360 rooftop cocktail bar, will compete in the MONIN NZ Cocktail Cup national final on Monday 11 May against some of the

Expanded Training Partnership Benefits Southland Apprentices
Expanded Training Partnership Benefits Southland Apprentices
Education   -   May 08, 2026

Two of the South Island's major training providers have renewed their partnership to expand building apprenticeship programmes across the lower South Island. Otago Polytechnic and Southern Institute of Technology signed a new Memorandum of Understanding at SIT's Invercargill campus on April 15, building on their successful

Popular Food Truck Duo Takes Over SIT Café With Fresh Approach
Popular Food Truck Duo Takes Over SIT Café With Fresh Approach
Business   -   May 08, 2026

The husband-and-wife team behind popular mobile food business The Saucy Chook have taken over the main campus café at Southern Institute of Technology, bringing fresh energy and expanded menu options to the student hub. Emmanuel and Inov Listiarto have rebranded the café as Between Classes, introducing their signature chicken dishes

Invercargill Weekend Gig Guide - May 8–10
Featured   -   May 09, 2026 Invercargill Weekend Gig Guide - May 8–10

It's that time again. The weekend is here, the venues are ready, and there's no shortage of live music across Southland to keep you busy from Friday night through to Sunday. Here's where to be. Friday, May 8 Niche at The Langlands Hotel Start

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Invercargill Weekend Gig Guide - May 8–10
Invercargill Weekend Gig Guide - May 8–10
Featured   -   May 09, 2026

It's that time again. The weekend is here, the venues are ready, and there's no shortage of live music across Southland to keep you busy from Friday night through to Sunday. Here's where to be. Friday, May 8 Niche at The Langlands Hotel Start

$18m Mataura River Flood Project Gets Underway in Gore
$18m Mataura River Flood Project Gets Underway in Gore
Southland   -   May 09, 2026

Major flood protection work has begun on the Mataura River at Gore's road and rail bridge crossing as part of a $50 million flood resilience programme across Southland. Environment Southland launched the project this week, marking the first construction work under the latest round of government co-funding for

Council Adds Six Units to Elderly Housing Stock
Council Adds Six Units to Elderly Housing Stock
Property   -   May 09, 2026

Six new elderly housing units on Miller Street have officially opened, adding to Invercargill's housing stock as demand continues to outstrip supply. Invercargill City Council celebrated completion of the $2.8 million project on Friday with an opening ceremony attended by elected members, contractors, local representatives and council

Annual Book Sale to Support Nga Kete's Community Work
Annual Book Sale to Support Nga Kete's Community Work
Community   -   May 09, 2026

Community organisation Nga Kete has been chosen as the major recipient of this year's Rotary Book Sale, securing vital funding to continue its work supporting families and individuals across Southland. The announcement marks a significant partnership between two organisations committed to strengthening the local community through the region&

Commerce Commission Approves Gull-NPD Fuel Merger
Commerce Commission Approves Gull-NPD Fuel Merger
Business   -   May 08, 2026

The Commerce Commission has approved the merger of fuel retailers Gull and NPD, creating a nationwide network of around 240 service stations from Invercargill to the far north. The competition watchdog said today it was satisfied the proposed merger would not substantially reduce competition in New Zealand's fuel

Local Cocktail Talent Shines on National Stage
Local Cocktail Talent Shines on National Stage
News   -   May 08, 2026

A mixologist from Invercargill's The Langlands has made it to the top six in New Zealand's most prestigious cocktail competition. Stefani, who works at 360 rooftop cocktail bar, will compete in the MONIN NZ Cocktail Cup national final on Monday 11 May against some of the

Expanded Training Partnership Benefits Southland Apprentices
Expanded Training Partnership Benefits Southland Apprentices
Education   -   May 08, 2026

Two of the South Island's major training providers have renewed their partnership to expand building apprenticeship programmes across the lower South Island. Otago Polytechnic and Southern Institute of Technology signed a new Memorandum of Understanding at SIT's Invercargill campus on April 15, building on their successful

Popular Food Truck Duo Takes Over SIT Café With Fresh Approach
Popular Food Truck Duo Takes Over SIT Café With Fresh Approach
Business   -   May 08, 2026

The husband-and-wife team behind popular mobile food business The Saucy Chook have taken over the main campus café at Southern Institute of Technology, bringing fresh energy and expanded menu options to the student hub. Emmanuel and Inov Listiarto have rebranded the café as Between Classes, introducing their signature chicken dishes

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