Rearview Mirror - A Look Back at The Weeks News

Last week was eventful, marked by several significant news stories that impacted our region. From the discovery of four baby tuatara at the museum demolition site to the launch of the Southland Foundation, and to top the week off Tiwai is secure for the next twenty years, there was no shortage of exciting developments.

Amalgamated Builders Ltd (ABL) celebrated its recent success at the 2024 New Zealand Commercial Project Awards held in Wellington. Their outstanding work on the Invercargill Central inner-city block development was recognised, highlighting their contribution to the city’s transformation.

I catch up with Mayor Clark for 90 Seconds+ to discuss lease costs rising at Coopers Creek and a senior citizen might have to give up her beloved dog to move into a council flat. We discuss the council’s stance on pets and potential changes.

Topping off the week was the major news that Tiwai will be secure for the next 20 years, bringing much-needed certainty to the Southland region and city. This long-term assurance is a significant boost for the local community and economy.
Tiwai Point Secures Future with 20-Year Electricity Deal

Firstly, the announcement that Tiwai will be secure for the next 20 years brought a sense of certainty to the Southland region and city. This long-term security is a positive development for the local community and economy. Read more

Baby Tuatara Discovered During Museum Demolition

In exciting environmental news, the discovery of four baby tuatara at the old museum demolition site captured the public’s imagination. This rare find highlights the importance of conservation efforts and the unique biodiversity of our region. Read more
Southland Foundation Launched

Southland Foundation trustees Sarah Collie, Kathryn Ball (Chair), Joe O’Connell (deputy), Jeff Grant, Sarah Brown with Sir Stephen Tindall. Photo: whatsoninvers.nz

The Southland Foundation was officially launched on Thursday evening at a function featuring special guest speaker Sir Stephen Tindall. This foundation has the potential to amass a larger community fund than Community Trust South, offering significant future benefits to the Southland community. Read more
Amalgamated Builders Earns Top Honours for Invercargill Central Development

Old Cambridge Aracde facade and main entrance to Invercargill Central. Photo: whatsoinvers.nz

Amalgamated Builders Ltd (ABL) celebrated its recent success at the 2024 New Zealand Commercial Project Awards held in Wellington last week. The company was recognized for its outstanding work on the inner-city block development, Invercargill Central, a project that has transformed the heart of our city. Read more

Senior Citizen’s Pet Dilemma: A senior might have to give up her beloved dog to move into a council flat. We discuss the council’s stance on pets and potential changes. ACT is working on a pet bond (link in story). Coopers Creek Leasehold: Lease costs are rising at Coopers Creek. We explore options for longer tenures and trust-building agreements for residents. Read more

Stay tuned for more updates and stories next week in the “Rearview Mirror.”