Community pantry open
Tapanui has started a community pantry thanks to the help of one woman and local support.
The Ensign
Southern fishing limits adjusted by minister
Southern fishing limits adjusted by minister
A fisherman has welcomed the government’s decision to cut the catch limits for blue cod in Southland, saying it is paramount to guarantee its sustainability for future generations.
Wind farm project vital, Contact
Wind farm project vital, Contact
It will be the biggest construction project in the south for many years and the decision to allow it is in the home straight.
Company urges for panel time to be used efficiently
Company urges for panel time to be used efficiently
Contact Energy, which plans to build a multimillion-dollar wind farm at Slopedown, wants the remaining time available to the hearing panel to be utilised as productively and efficiently as possible.
Contact criticises iwi’s feedback
Contact criticises iwi’s feedback
Contact Energy has taken issue with Ngāi Tahu’s stance on its proposed $1 billion Southland wind farm, saying the iwi sold part of the site 20 years ago "presumably for commercial reasons".
Warning issued after accidents
Warning issued after accidents
The Southland harbourmaster is warning boat users to be aware of changing river conditions and their skills after two accidents on the Ōreti River within a fortnight.
Ramp delayed
Ramp delayed
A replacement boat ramp on Lake Te Anau has been delayed after the council was "blindsided" by a last-minute request from the Department of Conservation (Doc).
Stellar Stags season closer
Stellar Stags season closer
It was champagne stuff from the Southland rugby side at Rugby Park on Saturday.
Police say keep eye on children
Police say keep eye on children
Police are reminding parents to keep tabs on their children and help them be more conscious of hazards.
The city of San Sebastian
The city of San Sebastian
As I rewind our time spent in San Sebastian, Spain, about six weeks ago, my first vivid memory is gliding into land over the glorious Bay of Biscay.
Nairobi Trio to perform in Gore
Nairobi Trio to perform in Gore
The Eastern Southland Gallery is jazzed up for a renowned trio of musicians to perform this weekend.
Sleuths keep murder at bay in Hawke’s Bay
Sleuths keep murder at bay in Hawke’s Bay
Lovers of the "cosy English murder" will no doubt enjoy this "cosy Kiwi murder" story, especially if they happen to be from Hawke’s Bay where the dastardly deed is set.
Lambing learnings that may help
Lambing learnings that may help
As wet weather plagues the South, Knapdale-based sheep farmer Pete Gardyne offers some tips on how to thrive during a damp spring.
‘Take support where offered’
‘Take support where offered’
The government has pledged $50,000 in support for farmers in Southland and Otago hit by bad weather.
Saddlers regroup after 32 years
Saddlers regroup after 32 years
It may have taken 32 years but Star McDougall has made good on an invitation to visit a friend who has now become an English television celebrity.
Record sales for Mataura Licensing Trust
Record sales for Mataura Licensing Trust
The Mataura Licensing Trust reached a sales record this past year, despite hardships in the market.
Town uniting to give aid to family
Town uniting to give aid to family
Gore is coming together to aid a boy with Doose Syndrome.
Award of a lifetime
Award of a lifetime
The longtime president of the Mataura Licensing Trust has been awarded the last ever lifetime membership of the New Zealand Licensing Trust Association.
Royalty in town
Royalty in town
Edward Prince of Wales inspects the guard of honour on his arrival in Gore.
Celebrating our resilience
Celebrating our resilience
With what has been an underwhelming start to spring, a few breaks in the weather have allowed us to dust off our gardening tools and dig into the soil.