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Doc claims predators bigger threat than 1080

By-kill of Stewart Island animals after a recent 1080 drop includes three white tailed deer and a...

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

Celebrating a permanent Civil Aviation Authority new aviation security services workplace in the...

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

Gore Mayor Ben Bell was under fire from councillors earlier this year. Photo: Sandy Eggleston/...

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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

Southland Mayor Rob Scott’s signwritten work car, promoting his election campaign. PHOTO: MATTHEW...

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

Invercargill City Council councillors and staff are under scrutiny after building consent process...

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

An age-progression photo of French exchange student Eloi Rolland, who went missing from Auckland...

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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

A spike in the use of transport service Total Mobility has prompted a southern council to take...

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

Deputy Mayor Keith Hovell. File photo: Sandy Eggleston

‘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

Family friend Lordgie Batir offers support to Keiser Gamboa, 15, at the assembly last Wednesday....

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

Boston George Setefano. Photo: Bob Smith

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

Gore District councillor Bronwyn Reid may be finishing her role in local government, but says she...

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

Gore councillor Richard McPhail may be taking a step away from politics, but he will not be a...

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

As we approach October’s local body elections, it is worth reflecting on something that sets Gore District apart; our engagement in local democracy.

Pit stop

Pit stop

Car 39 team members Arron Campbell, Laike Guzik, Donna Guzik and Nathan "Flippa" Fraser relax at the Croydon Lodge in Gore after a day tackling Southland roads.

Doc, rūnanga come out against Waikaka goldmine

A couple of heavy hitters have come out against a planned gold mine in Waikaka but some locals appear to be backing the venture.

Rigs, classic cars made accessible for everyone

A milk truck, the type of specialty "rig" available for those with special needs to ride at...

Rigs, classic cars made accessible for everyone

The opportunity for those with special needs to ride in a big classic car is back this Saturday at Waimumu.

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