Police have confirmed that a three-year-old child has died after being struck by a vehicle in a residential driveway in Gore. The tragic incident occurred at around 6:30pm on 1 January. The child was taken to Gore Hospital, but sadly, they passed away shortly after arriving. “Our thoughts are

* SH1 roadworks in Milton will disrupt travel for Otago and Southland motorists. * Detours impact Invercargill travellers heading north or returning south from 6 January. * Businesses remain open during works; NZTA urges locals to show their support. People driving through Milton in South Otago should prepare for detours starting Monday, 6

* Bluff Boat Ramp upgrades nearly completed for summer use by local boaties. * Stage One includes pontoons ready for use with minor finishing work underway. * New user fees will fund ramp maintenance and improvements. The newly upgraded Bluff Boat Ramp is now partially open, just in time for summer water activities.

* SH94 near Homer Tunnel closed due to a two-vehicle crash reported mid-afternoon * Emergency services responding to possible injuries with further updates expected soon * Drivers warned of significant delays and advised to plan alternative routes UPDATE: State Highway 94 near the Homer Tunnel has now reopened after the earlier two-vehicle crash.

Invercargill Deputy Mayor Tom Campbell said the decision by council to grant consent for 21m high power pylons on Findlay Road may have not been the best one. Councillors backed Ian Pottinger’s Notice of Motion to amend the District Plan at Tuesday's Community Wellbeing and Regulatory Committee.