The 88th Stonewood Homes Gore to Invercargill road cycling classic was raced in perfect conditions on Saturday with a small but competitive and in-form field in the open handicapped grade. The early pace was put on by Erin Criglington who was able to capitalise on her efforts taking out both the Tut
In a win for both the past and the future, Invercargill’s Water Tower, a class 1 heritage building, is to be strengthened and once again opened to the public. The tower, which was completed in 1889, has been closed due to earthquake safety concerns in 2012. Last night (April 8) the councillors voted
The soaring success of the film Bohemian Rhapsody, the highest grossing music biopic of all time, has proven that the love for Queen remains as strong as ever. Lifelong New Zealand fans and new converts will be thrilled with the news that Queen original band members Brian May and Roger Taylor are te
The fight to save a Southland birthing centre has reached the 11th hour as the formal downgrade date edges closer. The Southern District Health Board announced the Lumsden Maternity Centre would become a maternal and child hub last August, where babies are only delivered in emergencies. Community me
Today we are talking with local business Petsmart.nz owner Graeme Lewis about the refresh of the exterior of their store. For some people, the new paint scheme might bring back a lot of memories. “We thought it was time for a refresh and the change back to red will bring back memories for a lot […]
The 88th Stonewood Homes Gore to Invercargill road cycling classic was raced in perfect conditions on Saturday with a small but competitive and in-form field in the open handicapped grade. The early pace was put on by Erin Criglington who was able to capitalise on her efforts taking out both the Tut
High-speed runway sprint sets the scene for the Tour of SouthlandThree-time Tour of Southland Sprint Ace Nick Kergozou took to the tarmac at Invercargill…
Paul Claridge - Ace helicopter pilot for Southland Helicopters passed away just recently at a way too young age and leaves behind a partner in Cara and young family. Southland Helicopters posted, with over 10,000 flying hours under his belt, he was an exceptionally skilled and respected pilot, whose
Jack Heslip also took out the Junior World Ball trap title in the UK this year, and has been selected to represent New Zealand in a 3-person junior team vs Australia in Sydney in mid-January.
The 88th Stonewood Homes Gore to Invercargill road cycling classic was raced in perfect conditions on Saturday with a small but competitive and in-form field in the open handicapped grade. The early pace was put on by Erin Criglington who was able to capitalise on her efforts taking out both the Tut
The man who without question did the most to transform Invers in recent years has passed on. Ray Harper QSM, QSO died at the end of last week blowing full time on a decades long career of running his own highly successful building business and of service to the wider community. Ray’s contribution to
Hi all and welcome to the second week of April. Easter next week, yay!!! For this month’s Mal’s Music Memory with Little Fire Music Works, why not feature a few songs with April in the title, or elsewhere? What better way to start than with this true Kiwi Classic, Dragon’s April Sun In Cuba. 42 […]
Clutha-Southland MP Hamish Walker says the Clutha community wants 24/7 staffing of the Balclutha Police Station, as more than 1000 people have already signed his petition. Last month, Mr Walker launched his petition to reinstate 24/7 staffing of the Balclutha Police Station after concerns there have
In a win for both the past and the future, Invercargill’s Water Tower, a class 1 heritage building, is to be strengthened and once again opened to the public. The tower, which was completed in 1889, has been closed due to earthquake safety concerns in 2012. Last night (April 8) the councillors voted
The soaring success of the film Bohemian Rhapsody, the highest grossing music biopic of all time, has proven that the love for Queen remains as strong as ever. Lifelong New Zealand fans and new converts will be thrilled with the news that Queen original band members Brian May and Roger Taylor are te
The fight to save a Southland birthing centre has reached the 11th hour as the formal downgrade date edges closer. The Southern District Health Board announced the Lumsden Maternity Centre would become a maternal and child hub last August, where babies are only delivered in emergencies. Community me
Today we are talking with local business Petsmart.nz owner Graeme Lewis about the refresh of the exterior of their store. For some people, the new paint scheme might bring back a lot of memories. “We thought it was time for a refresh and the change back to red will bring back memories for a lot […]
