The Roger Sutton Boardwalk in Invercargill will remain closed into the New Year following storm damage that left the structure unstable. The boardwalk, which forms part of the Estuary Walkway, has been shut since extreme winds swept through Southland on 23 October. Invercargill City Council Manager Parks and Recreation Caroline

Invercargill has once again lit up with festive spirit as the winners of three major Christmas competitions were announced, bringing colour, joy and community connection to the city this holiday season. Get Festive Invercargill 2025 saw more than 1,000 public votes cast to determine the standout storefront displays. First

Invercargill’s public transport system is undergoing a major upgrade with the arrival of seven new electric buses. These vehicles are now being progressively introduced across the city’s BusSmart Urban Services network, replacing the previous diesel-powered fleet. Invercargill City Council Chief Executive Michael Day said the change signalled a

A major Police operation targeting gang-related drug offending in Southland has led to eight arrests and the seizure of drugs, firearms and cash. Operation Diablo, carried out last week, saw officers execute 12 search warrants at properties and vehicles in and around Invercargill. The operation was led by Southland’s

Invercargill career firefighters are not giving up on better working conditions for staff, with a 7th strike set down for Boxing Day. Station officer Aaron Ramsay, also the union representative in the south, said a meeting held on Tuesday December 23rd will confirm if it’s going ahead or not,

A tip-off from a concerned member of the public led to the arrest of a heavily intoxicated driver in Gore early on Sunday morning. Police received a report of a car seen repeatedly crossing the centre line while travelling from Gore towards Te Anau. Officers located the vehicle shortly after

Fonterra Co-operative Group Ltd has today provided an update on its forecast Farmgate Milk Price for the 2025/26 season.   The Co-op has adjusted the forecast range from $9.00-$10.00 per kgMS to $8.50-$9.50 per kgMS with the midpoint changing from $9.50 per kgMS

Southland riders made a powerful impression at the Omnium and Madison National Championships in Cambridge, with standout performances from Tom Sexton, Marshall Erwood, and Nick Kergozou. The event, held over two days and backed by Caniwi Capital, featured high-level competition with visiting riders from Japan and France. It was also