* Invercargill chocolatier Jane Stanton created special treats to support Cancer Society fundraising efforts. * Chocolates feature artwork by fellow cancer survivor Janet de Wagt for Daffodil Day. * Original artwork will also be auctioned to raise additional funds for cancer support. Jane Stanton, owner of the Invercargill-based Seriously Good Chocolate Company, has

A Lotto player from Christchurch is celebrating after winning $200,000 with Strike Four in Wednesday night's live Lotto draw. The winning ticket was sold at Pak N Save Riccarton, giving one lucky local a significant midweek boost. Meanwhile, Powerball was not struck and has rolled over to

5:25pm Update: State Highway 93 is now fully OPEN between Clinton and Mataura townships. 4pm Update: SH93 remains CLOSED between Clinton and Mataura. Both northbound and southbound traffic detour via SH1. 2pm Update: Police can confirm one person has died following the single-vehicle crash on State Highway 93/Old

* Structural steel installed for the museum’s double-hulled waka above the public foyer space * Western building nearly finished, eastern structure and terrace concrete pours progressing well * Behind-the-scenes work includes experience design, partnerships, and educational planning Construction at the Museum of Southland has reached another key stage, with major parts of

Opinion: Vocational education in Southland and around the country is at a pivotal moment, as changes to the polytechnic system deliver the opportunity to prioritise skills to meet today’s job market. A critical part of the current redesign is greater local industry and employer involvement, which will lead to

The Colac Bay surfer statue may be replaced after being deemed beyond repair A new statue could cost $140,000 with most of it coming from fundraising efforts The community sees the surfer statue as an important part of the area's identity A new surfer statue could be

• Helicopter will be used for faster and more efficient power line installation across the network • Work begins 25 August and continues until late September, weather dependent and subject to change • Bluff Highway and other roads will face closures and delays during helicopter operations As part of the next stage of

Here’s the latest roading update for 25–31 August from Southland District Council, Invercargill City Council, and Highways South, highlighting where to expect maintenance work and possible delays. Road Closures * Oreti: Durham Street from Mary Street to John Street will be closed between 7:30 am and 5:30