Abbey Palmer

'Oh my god, something has gone down'

The police investigation is continuing in Otautau. Photo: Luisa Girao

Otautau death: 'Oh my god, something has gone down'

As police continue to investigate the death of a young boy in Southland, a resident said it wasn't until the next day that he realised something had "gone down".

Watch this space - from Southland

Great South Engineering projects and ground segment station manager Robin McNeill, at the Awarua...

Watch this space - from Southland

Unless astronomically inclined, many people are unaware the world’s southern-most satellite ground station is right in Southland’s backyard.

Christchurch firm to build hotel

Standing on The Langlands Hotel site are (from left) Invercargill Licensing Trust chief executive...

Christchurch firm to build hotel

Leighs Construction chief financial officer David Jarman says submitting a proposal to take on The Langlands Hotel project in Southland was a "natural'' decision.

Netballathon raises money for youngster

Hundreds of Southlanders rallied together for the 12-hour Netballathon at ILT Stadium Southland yesterday in support of a young community member recovering from major surgery overseas.

Stewart Island population doubles for Rakiura Challenge

After doubling the population size of Stewart Island on Saturday, Rakiura Challenge Trail Run race director Chris Cox says he is confident the event has a bright future.

Artisan food producers join forces

Gathered Game founders Chris and Sally Thorn, of Te Anau, with their dogs Sika (left) and Milla....

Artisan food producers join forces

Artisan food producers from across Southland have joined forces in a bid to showcase the region's hidden flavours.

Shop hit by two burglary attempts

Newfield Dairy co-owner Christine Radka says her biggest concern is for her staff after her shop...

Shop hit by two burglary attempts

"One guy had what looked like a machete in one hand and a bat in the other."

Motorhome buyer target of scam

Dianne Pearsey with her dogs KC (left) and Jewelz . Photo: Abbey Palmer

Motorhome buyer target of scam

Almost "$19,000 out of pocket", a Southland woman says her biggest fear is someone else being caught out by the same scam which almost trapped her.

Final council meeting reflective

The Southland District council discusses the annual plan. Photo: Laura Smith

Final council meeting reflective

It was a time for reflection yesterday at the final Southland District Council meeting for the triennium.

Pleasantries before business at council's last meeting

Pleasantries before business at council's last meeting

''Major items'' will no longer be discussed at final Invercargill City Council meetings.

Cochlear implants life-changer for Lucas

Passionate hunter and fisher nine-year-old Lucas Robinson is reaping the benefits of life...

Cochlear implants life-changer for Lucas

Kelly Henare remembers the first time her 2-year-old son heard bird-song.

'The other truck came out of nowhere'

A car was left on its roof in a three-vehicle crash at an Invercargill intersection yesterday....

'The other truck came out of nowhere'

A Winton man has recalled the moment he swerved out of the way during a three-vehicle collision at an Invercargill intersection yesterday.

Vehicle flips in Invercargill crash

Emergency services at the scene this afternoon. Photo: Abbey Palmer

Vehicle flips in Invercargill crash

A vehicle was flipped on to its roof in a crash in central Invercargill this afternoon.

Intrepid riders take on challenge

Entrants (left, from left) Steve Rooney, of Queenstown, Dan King, of Auckland, Nathan Shearing,...

Intrepid riders take on challenge

From rabbits to frogs, road cones and aliens, about 120 dressed-up riders fronted the starting line at Stirling Point on Saturday for the Southern Scooter Challenge.

'Awesome' turnout for scooter challenge

Participants at the starting line at Stirling Point in Bluff this morning. Photo: Abbey Palmer

'Awesome' turnout for scooter challenge

From rabbits to frogs, road cones and aliens, about 120 dressed-up riders joined the starting line at Stirling Point in Bluff this morning for the PlaceMakers 2019 Southern Scooter Challenge.

Bunny way to raise money for causes

Famous travelling rabbit Harvey Throttlestop made it from Christchurch to Invercargill yesterday...

Bunny way to raise money for causes

"Let's just say the Southland welcome was warmer than the weather".

Southland shearer wins dream ABs supporter trip

Back Black All Blacks supporters competition grand prize winner Ash Murray (left), of Ohai, and...

Southland shearer wins dream ABs supporter trip

For small-town Southland shearer Ash Murray, entering New Zealand Rugby's Back Black supporters' competition was "just a bit of fun".

SIT plans link with Kelvin hotel

Invercargill Licensing Trust chairman Alan Dennis and Southern Institute of Technology chief...

SIT plans link with Kelvin hotel

The Invercargill Licensing Trust and Southern Institute of Technology have announced they will join forces on a first-of-its-kind inner-city initiative.

Training hotel 'a classroom like no other'

The training hotel will provide ''live'' training for SIT students in hospitality. Photo: Getty

Training hotel 'a classroom like no other'

The Invercargill Licensing Trust and Southern Institute of Technology have announced they will join forces on a first-of-its-kind inner-city initiative.

Plan to improve air quality under way

Plan to improve air quality under way

A plan has been launched to target poor air quality in South Invercargill.

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