A new, state-of-the-art CT scanner is now operational at Southland Hospital, delivering a significant step forward for diagnostic services in the region, Health Minister Simeon Brown says. “This new CT scanner is a game-changer for Invercargill and surrounding areas. It will provide faster, more accurate diagnosis for a wide range

Welcome back to Rearview Mirror, our weekly glance at Southland’s standout stories. A local farm kept its momentum toward a greener future, the Government reinstated the tougher Three Strikes law, and Invercargill’s Creation Signs struck national gold. Rookie racer Jacob Begg raced off with the Formula Ford title,

Organisers of Saturday evening’s Night Market in Bluff are rapt with the support the event received and excited for the future potential of the concept. Large numbers turned out to browse and buy from the many craft stalls, enjoy the fire poi and fire staff performances as well as

* Two players from Invercargill and Wellington have each won over $15 million with Powerball * Ten Lotto players across the country also won $83,333 in the same draw * Strike Four prizes of $200,000 each also went to winners in Auckland and Wellington Two lucky Powerball players from Invercargill and

A section of SH1 East Road in Invercargill has been closed to westbound traffic from Monday 16 June, as PowerNet and SouthRoads begin work to install a new 66kV electricity distribution line. This project is part of a wider regional upgrade and is expected to take up to eight weeks

* Michael McLees was posthumously honoured for decades of dedicated community service in Blackmount * He gave 38 years to the local fire group and helped establish key community assets * Southland leaders praised his selfless service and lasting impact on local morale Michael McLees, a well-known figure in the Blackmount community, has

Invercargill Mayor Nobby Clark has a counter on his phone that tells him how many days left until the end of his sentence. He rates his time in the top job as a 6/10 and says being described as a “polarised character,” not helped by the code of conducts

Mairi Dickson’s lifelong commitment to her community was recognised this week with a Community Service Award from the Southland District Council and the Ardlussa Community Board. The honour was presented during a special event at the Waikaia Hotel on Wednesday night. Southland Mayor Rob Scott said he was proud