Boot-scootin’ Stomp returns for second year
Boot-scootin’ Stomp returns for second year
The Southern Stomp returns next month with a jam-packed weekend of country music and fun.
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Tulip-mania takes hold
Tulip-mania takes hold
The tulips are in full bloom in Edendale and ready for the Presbyterian church’s annual fundraiser.
Capturing soul of a place in picture
Capturing soul of a place in picture
A New Zealand photographer known for his detailed shots of forgotten buildings across the country has completed a 10-day stint in Gore.
Trucks rally for Bill Richardson
Trucks rally for Bill Richardson
A convoy of 104 trucks and about 200 people rolled south on Friday, as part of the Bill Richardson Truck Rally, celebrating the life and legacy of one of New Zealand’s most influential transport...
Dogs and humans ready for Bark Up
Dogs and humans ready for Bark Up
Get your dogs, your mates, warm up the vocal chords, because the Balfour "Bark Up" is right around the corner.
Facial eczema research
Facial eczema research
A Beef + Lamb New Zealand study analysing fresh sheep manure aims to build a clearer picture of how facial eczema is affecting farms across New Zealand.
Slow down and connect, wellbeing expert says
Slow down and connect, wellbeing expert says
"We can’t keep going on this hamster wheel."
Rugby camps light ‘a a bit of a fire’ for teen
Rugby camps light ‘a a bit of a fire’ for teen
Northern Southland teenager Grace Duthie ditched city living to return to her country roots and started enjoying playing rugby again.
Bluff to lose power as damaged pole repaired
Bluff to lose power as damaged pole repaired
The Southland town of Bluff will lose power from late this afternoon while a broken power pole is replaced.
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Return of direct air link to capital ruled out by Air NZ
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Return of direct air link to capital ruled out by Air NZ
Hopes for the return of a direct Wellington to Invercargill flight have been grounded.
New church moderator comes from South
New church moderator comes from South
A Minister with strong links to the South is the new moderator of the Presbyterian Church of Aotearoa New Zealand.
Deputy mayor role handed to Dermody
Deputy mayor role handed to Dermody
Invercargill mayor-elect Tom Campbell has announced his key leadership positions for the upcoming term.
Woman pleads not guilty to causing death of Gore toddler
Woman pleads not guilty to causing death of Gore toddler
A woman has pleaded not guilty in relation to an incident in a Gore driveway on New Year’s Day that claimed the life of a toddler.
Gore toddler dies in 'tragic' driveway incident
Gore toddler dies in 'tragic' driveway incident
A toddler died after being struck by a vehicle in a driveway at a residential address in Gore on January 1, police say.
Tributes for toddler hit by car in driveway
Tributes for toddler hit by car in driveway
A Gore toddler who died after being struck in a driveway is being remembered for his beautiful smile.
Tributes for toddler hit by car in driveway
Tributes for toddler hit by car in driveway
A Gore toddler who died after being struck in a driveway is being remembered for his beautiful smile.
Not guilty plea entered in relation to child’s death
Not guilty plea entered in relation to child’s death
A woman has pleaded not guilty in relation to an incident in a Gore driveway on New Year’s Day that claimed the life of a toddler.
Firefighters called out to Southland wind incidents
Firefighters called out to Southland wind incidents
It was almost a case of being blown away at a Riverton Volunteer Fire Brigade callout this morning.
Trucks make their pilgrimage south toTransport World
Trucks make their pilgrimage south toTransport World
A convoy of 104 trucks and about 200 people made its way south to Invercargill yesterday as part of the Bill Richardson Truck Rally
Final results show 21-vote margin for last council spot
Final results show 21-vote margin for last council spot
The nervous wait is over for eight Invercargill council candidates vying for the last available seats at the table.