Thursday 31st May, 2018

A Southland farmer says he would be in a better position if his cattle actually were infected with Mycoplasma bovis.

Ngai Tahu has cancelled its contract with John Young, who says he's now staring down the barrel of extreme financial hardship.


Thursday 31st May, 2018

The New Zealand Transport Agency is urging Southland drivers to take extra precautions after a series of accidents today.

The region has seen the first of its winter frosts this week, and icy roads are already causing havoc.


Wednesday 30th May, 2018

Establishing a turf management programme in Southland could be the saving grace for the worlds southernmost 18-hole links golf course.

The now-closed Oreti Sands Golf Course looks set to be leased to the Southern Institute of Technology, and a revival of the course is on the cards.


Tuesday 29th May, 2018

Its been almost two decades in the making, but a new museum on Stewart Island is one step closer to construction.

The final documents are set to be signed this week, with construction of the Rakiura Heritage Centre to begin in early Spring.


Monday 28th May, 2018

The annual Bluff Oyster and Food Festival features both oyster eating and oyster shucking competitions.

There were some fresh faces amongst this year's competitors but, unsurprisingly, it was the Bluffies who came out on top.


Monday 28th May, 2018

Thousands headed south at the weekend for their fill of the famous Bluff oyster.

The Bluff Oyster and Food Festival saw a capacity crowd, with around 4,500 people chowing down some southern delicacies.


Friday 25th May, 2018

Invercargill residents are putting aside their electronic-book readers for the real deal this weekend.

The Rotary Club of Invercargill's annual book sale started today with around 30,000 books on offer.


Friday 25th May, 2018

Venture Southland is encouraging Southland youth to look skyward for their future career options.

Southland secondary school pupils were given a tour of the Awarua satellite tracking station today for part of national Tech Week.


Thursday 24th May, 2018
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Bluff oyster boats are braving rough seas in preparation for one of Southland’s biggest events of the year.

Up to 5000 people are expected to attend the Bluff Oyster and Food Festival on Saturday - rain, hail or shine.


Wednesday 23rd May, 2018

The self-defence skills are now being passed onto new generations, as their proud parents look on.