Environment Southland’s latest monitoring has found high levels of potentially toxic algae in the Waiau River at Tuatapere. This alert is in addition to warnings already in place for the Mataura River at Gore and the Ōreti River at Branxholme. Water users should be vigilant and avoid contact with wa

Gore District Council and Mataura Community Board representatives plan to meet with the Police and Hokonui Runanga this week to work on a solution to the anti-social behaviour of youth in Mataura. Ongoing issues with young people loitering outside the Mataura Library/Service Centre after school and

The KidsTRY is back for 2024 and this year’s theme is to Dream big and dare to try.  That is what KidsTRY is all about – getting out there, testing yourself and giving it a go. Run by the Southland Tri Club this event sees around 300 children from all over Southland swim, scooter or […]

A major investigation into New Zealand’s personal banking by the Commerce Commission has found that the big banks are not competing enough, which is bad for customers. The study showed that the big four banks – ANZ, ASB, BNZ, and Westpac – are making lots of profit but aren’t innovating or investing

Tokanui turned out to honour the staggering service of Sandra Earwaker. Mrs. Earwaker is a tireless and passionate advocate for her community and has been heavily involved behind the scenes in nearly every aspect of life in her area for many years. She continues to lead the way in working to make he

A rail car not seen before in the south visited the region today (Wednesday 20th March) and will be staying the night in Invercargill. The Standard rail car is coming to Invercargill part of a South Island excursion. The Standard , owned and operated by the Pahiatua RailCar Society was a model proud

In this interview, we sit down with Deputy Mayor Tom Campbell to talk about his recent announcement to run for mayor in the October 2025 local council elections. Deputy Mayor Campbell shares his ideas for the city’s future, what he hopes to achieve if elected, and his approach to the challenges our

The Thornbury Vintage Tractor & Implement Club has left the best until last in Heritage Month with the opportunity this weekend to see their 118hp superheated Garrett Steam Engine operating. The engine is one of only three remaining in the world and if you want to see one in action then you must com