Gerrit Doppenberg

The Local Government Commission says it is ‘‘legislatively required’’ to continue its investigation into the amalgamation of Southland’s four regional authorities, despite the government’s ‘‘Head...

The McDonough Contracting Gore Truck Show brought out a big-time array of quality trucking and the convener called it one of the most competitive events she has seen so far.

The streets of Gore were alive and loud this past weekend as the Freeze Ya Bits Off Buskers Festival brought the magic of music to the masses.

Since the Topp Twins’ first appearance at the Gold Guitar Awards in 1995, the pair have had a fiercely loyal connection to Gore and its country music heritage.

While Southland’s mayors agree a reorganisation of local government is an inevitability, their ideas of the finished product differ greatly.

Nitrate levels in Southland’s water supplies are still present, Greenpeace says, after a weekend of testing brought out "interesting and concerning results".

One of New Zealand’s most prominent comedians says he’s excited to bring his sharp eye for observational humour to Gore, calling it well overdue.

A Gore councillor accused of using homophobic language cannot recall using the slur and says there is no proof she did so.

Forget the cost of living, the cost of dying is also on the up in the Gore district.

An $18 million flood resilience project for the Mataura River will address long-standing concerns over gravel buildup and erosion.

Clutha and Central Otago are being raised as possible bedfellows for the Gore district as discussions continue around the reorganisation of local government.

Greenpeace is holding another round of nitrate water testing events in Gore district this week.

St Andrew’s Church will have a little something for everyone at its annual fundraiser this Saturday.