* Police and Customs intercepted a major drug shipment disguised as dining plates. * Officers seized over 30kg of cannabis, MDMA, ketamine, cash, and ammunition. * Two Invercargill men were arrested and are now facing serious drug charges. Police have uncovered a large-scale drug operation in Southland after Customs officers in Auckland intercepted

Southlanders can celebrate this weekend after news from the new Health Minister Simeon Brown that the Dunedin Hospital rebuild is back on track. Invercargill Mayor Nobby Clark was invited to the meeting to hear the news this morning with Dunedin Mayor Jules Radich, Waitaki Mayor Gary Kircher, Invercargill MP Penny

It has been 60 years and it’s still going strong.  The Kelvin Hotel might not have been the flashest establishment in town, but it has played host to many famous people over the years. During the royal visit in Invercargill on March 19, 1971, the Kelvin hosted a civic

* A review highlighted issues with communication, staffing, and emergency declaration processes in Southland. * The response to Gore flooding and Bluecliffs erosion was affected by staff shortages. * Recommendations included improving training, staffing, and emergency declaration procedures for future events. An analysis of Southland’s most recent emergencies has revealed a range

* The Tiwai Peninsula fire remains at 1,200 hectares, with no overnight growth. * Fire crews, helicopters, and forestry teams are tackling remaining hotspots today. * Investigators are on-site to determine the cause of the fire. Fire and Emergency New Zealand crews returned to the Tiwai Peninsula in Invercargill today as they

Police can confirm one person has died following a crash in Southland yesterday. The single vehicle crash occurred on Fairlight Road just before 10pm. The sole occupant of the vehicle died at the scene. Enquiries into the circumstances of the crash are ongoing.

Join us as we sit down with Invercargill City Councillor Grant Dermody to discuss the latest updates on the museum project, including budget changes, new features, and the project's long-term vision for the community. Grant also dives into: The progress of the museum's construction and public

* Fire crews contained the 1,200-hectare blaze and worked to eliminate remaining hotspots. * Helicopters and excavators were used to prevent flare-ups and strengthen firebreaks. * Firefighters continued monitoring the area to ensure the fire did not reignite. Fire and Emergency New Zealand crews returned to the Tiwai Peninsula in Invercargill as