Invercargill could be poised to emerge as a vital digital destination, Datagrid New Zealand says, as the country’s first AI factory yesterday moved a step closer to reality.

NZPork is calling on the government to strengthen proposed planning laws to ensure New Zealand’s pig farmers can continue producing high-quality, locally born and raised pork for New Zealanders.

Garments from the Eden Hore Collection are appearing across Central Otago as part of a mini exhibition trail bringing 1970s and ’80s high fashion into public spaces and small towns.

A group of young Central Otago musicians are heading to Auckland to record their original songs, thanks to a scholarship.

An influx of cyclists is expected in Bannockburn when the Kawarau Gorge Trail opens later this month, prompting calls for council funding to improve safety.

Athletes travelled from Dunedin, Invercargill, Gore and Balclutha to join Tapanui teams in four face-off workout blocks, running from 8.30am to 3pm, including recovery breaks.

Some Owaka residents have questions in the aftermath of a hazardous chemical callout.

Four-year-old Alfie was please to support his dad and this week’s Clutha Leader — Silver Fern Farms Local Legend, Shane Bichan, of Milton.