The first entry for the 2024 MLT Barry Robinson Memorial Wyndham Rally was that of vastly experienced rally man David Clearwater. Now living in Christchurch, Clearwater still regards himself as a Southlander, having spent the first thirty years of his life in the south and as such is a huge supporte
Southern Institute of Technology (SIT) has bolstered its New Zealand Certificate in Wool Technology and Classing (Level 4) with the appointment of two new tutors, Rebecca Braddick and Emma O’Sullivan. This qualification is unique in New Zealand and offers a blended delivery programme accessible nati
Professor Lester Levy has been appointed as the new Commissioner of Health NZ, with a focus on reducing waiting times, boosting productivity, and fostering compassion in the healthcare system. The announcement, made by the government on Monday, marks a significant shift in leadership and strategy fo
The term “legend” doesn’t quite capture the magnitude of the loss felt this week with the passing of John Mayall. A true pioneer in the world of blues, Mayall’s influence stretched far and wide, nurturing a generation of musicians who would go on to shape the course of rock and blues history. His ba
Police Commissioner Andrew Coster will leave the police at the end of his contract in 2025. His term will officially conclude on 2 April 2025, as confirmed by a police spokesperson. Coster’s leadership has been marked by significant challenges, including the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic shortly af
The first entry for the 2024 MLT Barry Robinson Memorial Wyndham Rally was that of vastly experienced rally man David Clearwater. Now living in Christchurch, Clearwater still regards himself as a Southlander, having spent the first thirty years of his life in the south and as such is a huge supporte
Cormac Buchanan scored his first world championship points of the season in Hungary, finishing 14th after a red flag denied him a likely top-10 result.
The Southland teenager was closing fast on the leaders at Balaton Park when a four-rider crash halted the 20-lap Moto3 race with two laps remaining.
Students with disabilities in Invercargill now have their own supermarket to master real-world skills.
Front-Line Training opened a Mini Woolies site on Friday — a fully functional replica supermarket complete with fresh food sections, grocery shelves, working registers and Woolworths uniforms.
The programme lets young people with disabilities practice handling money,
Jim’s Laundry Services has come to Southland for the first time, specialising in small businesses such as physiotherapies and private accommodation.
Swapnal offers a quick turnaround same day service to business owners, filling a much needed gap in the industry.
Two years ago he opened the self-service laundrymat in
A 5-metre wooden pirate ship has sailed from an Invercargill workshop to a South City kindergarten.
The massive playground was built by MenzShed volunteers at their Liddel Street location and installed last month at Nga Hau e Whai Kohanga Reo kindergarten in Balmoral Drive.
The elaborate vessel stands 3 metres
The first entry for the 2024 MLT Barry Robinson Memorial Wyndham Rally was that of vastly experienced rally man David Clearwater. Now living in Christchurch, Clearwater still regards himself as a Southlander, having spent the first thirty years of his life in the south and as such is a huge supporte
Mr Rental is always on the move and Invercargill owner John Beckley wouldn’t have it any other way. John bought the business 17 years ago, it now covers the entire Southern area below Dunedin, and including Fiordland along with Queenstown Lakes and Central Otago. “In 2001 we were one of the first Mr
The projected cost for Invercargill City Council’s new Museum of Southland could increase by as much as $19.5 million due to rising costs and funding difficulties. Councillors are set to discuss the project’s future on Tuesday, including the need for a public consultation, which could delay the open
Invercargill racing driver Alex Crosbie scored his maiden win in the United States as he enjoyed a strong outing at Round 3 of the F4 US Championship at New Jersey Motorsports Park in Millville, New Jersey, this weekend. Crosbie qualified second fastest for the opening race of the weekend and got aw
Southern Institute of Technology (SIT) has bolstered its New Zealand Certificate in Wool Technology and Classing (Level 4) with the appointment of two new tutors, Rebecca Braddick and Emma O’Sullivan. This qualification is unique in New Zealand and offers a blended delivery programme accessible nati
Professor Lester Levy has been appointed as the new Commissioner of Health NZ, with a focus on reducing waiting times, boosting productivity, and fostering compassion in the healthcare system. The announcement, made by the government on Monday, marks a significant shift in leadership and strategy fo
The term “legend” doesn’t quite capture the magnitude of the loss felt this week with the passing of John Mayall. A true pioneer in the world of blues, Mayall’s influence stretched far and wide, nurturing a generation of musicians who would go on to shape the course of rock and blues history. His ba
Police Commissioner Andrew Coster will leave the police at the end of his contract in 2025. His term will officially conclude on 2 April 2025, as confirmed by a police spokesperson. Coster’s leadership has been marked by significant challenges, including the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic shortly af
