Son ordered to pay $300K, will written under 'undue influence'
A man has been ordered to pay back more than $300,000 after a judge said he obtained the money from his elderly mother and got her to write a will in his favour by "undue influence".
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Big grins on board big rigs
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Big grins on board big rigs
A Southland event providing rides in big trucks to those with disabilities puts a smile on their faces and provides a safe space for their carers, volunteers say.
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Alternative shower option preferred over total closure
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Alternative shower option preferred over total closure
Cold water has been poured on plans to close the Wachner Pl showers in Invercargill.
Doc claims predators bigger threat than 1080
Doc claims predators bigger threat than 1080
A toxicology report has identified 1080 in samples of dead animals but the Department of Conservation says the pests the poison killed would have eliminated far more animals.
Power line to support growth in industry
Power line to support growth in industry
Fonterra is teaming up with The Power Company and Transpower to build a new 110kV power line in Southland, aimed at supporting industrial growth and reducing emissions at its Edendale site.
Mixed views on proposed gold mine
Mixed views on proposed gold mine
A couple of heavy hitters have come out against a planned gold mine in Waikaka but some locals appear to be backing the venture.
New airport space reflects strategic intent
New airport space reflects strategic intent
Invercargill Airport says it has taken another step forward in securing permanent jet services with the official opening of the Civil Aviation Authority’s Aviation Security Service workplace,...
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Solution ‘close’ for drinking water: Bell
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Solution ‘close’ for drinking water: Bell
The Gore district mayor says while Greenpeace has valid concerns about the region’s drinking water, the environmental organisation’s efforts have been misdirected, untimely and potentially inaccurate.
Mayor’s work car advertisement questioned
Mayor’s work car advertisement questioned
Southland Mayor Rob Scott’s work car has been covered in advertising for his election campaign, but the council says he is not breaking any rules.
Change to subsidised travel scheme floated
Change to subsidised travel scheme floated
Budget blowouts have forced Invercargill City Council to propose changes to its subsidised travel programme for those living with impairments.
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Reported Te Anau sighting not confirmed
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Reported Te Anau sighting not confirmed
Police say a sighting of a missing French student in Te Anau, just days after his disappearance from Piha in 2020, cannot be confirmed.
Concern over leg-hold traps
Concern over leg-hold traps
A worrying number of leg-hold traps found around Sandy Point is causing concern for the Invercargill City Council.
Soaring demand sparks change at Invercargill's Total Mobility
Soaring demand sparks change at Invercargill's Total Mobility
Budget blowouts have forced Invercargill City Council to propose changes to its subsidised travel programme for those living with impairments.
‘All sorts of barriers’ for candidates: councillors
‘All sorts of barriers’ for candidates: councillors
Departing Gore district councillors are questioning whether running for local government is worth the hassle.
Students in solidarity against cancer
Students in solidarity against cancer
A Menzies College student, showing support for his younger brother, chose to shave his head to fundraise for cancer.
Correction
Correction
An error in the checking process inadvertently changed the spelling of a few words in last week’s story about "Gore photographer’s shot recognised".
Retiring councillor proud of work
Retiring councillor proud of work
Former deputy mayor and councillor Brownyn Reid is hanging up her hat from the Gore District Council, tying a bow on a long stint at the big table.
McPhail proud of GDC stint
McPhail proud of GDC stint
Richard McPhail will be stepping away from council, departing what he calls a changed landscape for local government, with a fair few jewels.
On the rail
On the rail
The daily Heriot-bound goods train goes past the morning Dunedin-Invercargill railcar at the Pukerau Station in May, 1973.
Local democracy needs our support
Local democracy needs our support
As we approach October’s local body elections, it is worth reflecting on something that sets Gore District apart; our engagement in local democracy.