Great South has made the difficult decision to pause the 2025 ILT Kidzone Festival primarily due to rising costs and resource demands. Great South Chief Executive Chami Abeysinghe said the decision had not been made lightly. “Kidzone has been an incredible event for Southland, loved by thousands of families and

Arguably the southernmost point on the planet where it’s being celebrated. The event originated in the United States and has expanded internationally, with official organizers in the United Kingdom, Canada, Ireland, Mexico, Europe, Japan, and Australasia. The first event was held in California with Metallica launching the event. Since

* Cleanup aims to stop further pollution from the old landfill near Ocean Beach in Bluff * A 90-metre seawall will protect the site and help reopen public access to the beach * The $3.5 million project is a joint effort between DOC, Council and Government agencies Work has begun to contain

Police can now release the name of the man who died following a crash in Gore on Saturday 5 April. He was 18-year-old Cyris Michael Wakefield, of Charlton, Gore. Our thoughts are with his family and friends at this difficult time. Police are working to determine the circumstances of the

* Popeyes is bringing its famous Louisiana-style fried chicken to Invercargill later this year * New store will be located on Dee Street, with a full menu of popular items * Tahua Partners continues expanding its fast food and retail presence across New Zealand Note: This article was orginally mopublished on 3rd April

The Southland Business Chamber has unveiled its Board members for the 2025/26 term, following a strong election turnout and appointments that reflect its vision for diverse and future-focused leadership. Breidi McStay, Marketing Manager at Windsor Architectural Hardware, has been elected as a board member. Her appointment marks a milestone

* Full closure of Tweed Street and Clyde Street roundabout from 13 to 15 April. * Detours will be in place for all traffic including airport routes and heavy vehicles. * Resurfacing may take up to four days depending on weather and road conditions. REALTED: Final Work Begins On Dee And Tay Streets*

After 33 years in business Autoplex is celebrating with a 33% off special deal in April for all of its loyal and new customers. Owner Daniel Blain said the business has some plans to improve capacity and streamline the customer experience. Arguably one of the biggest Warrant of Fitness businesses