Southland
Woman's 30-year mission to get part of town's main road sealed
Riverton resident Leah Boniface wants Southland District Council to seal the 300m northern section of Palmerston St where she has lived for about 30 years.
‘Not acceptable’: Freedom camping pressure felt in south
As tourist numbers increase, the lack of a freedom camping ambassador is being felt by locals in the Catlins, with an urgent call made to replace a vacant role.
Could this be New Zealand’s next dark sky reserve?
An spike in visitors hoping to catch the southern lights has spurred calls for a new reserve.
Black ice, fog and grit causing problems for Southland drivers
South Island police have received multiple reports of black ice on roads.
Neighbours tried to save mother and son killed in house fire
They 'valiantly' tried to get into the burning house, police say.
One dead, other residents missing after Southland house fire
Police say they are still working to account for all residents.
Unexpected bright aurora surprises and thrills
Aurora fans have been treated to an unexpectedly bright display lighting up the skies, with photographers capturing the lights as far north as the Bay of Plenty.
Around the motu : Logan Savory in Southland
Southland Tribune editor Logan Savory with the latest from the region. Audio
Invercargill deputy mayor changes tune on Nobby Clark
Clark's month off from 60-hour work weeks would give him a chance to reflect, deputy Tom Campbell says.
Embattled mayor admits returning to work too soon, takes month off
This comes after allegations Nobby Clark mocked, disrespected and degraded guests at an event.
Anthony Ritchie announces 2024 Composition Prize winner
Dunedin composer, Anthony Ritchie, announces the 2024 winner of the prize that takes his name, recognising talented young composers based in Otago and Southland. Audio
Netball: Steel and Pulse vie for new trophy
A new trophy will be contested annually between the ANZ Premiership teams in tribute to the late, legendary netball coach.
Invercargill's controversial mayor: Who is Nobby Clark?
Nobby Clark's decision to remain in the top job, despite multiple calls for his resignation, is not the first time he has courted controversy.
Invercargill's embattled mayor has refused to stand down
Invercargill's embattled mayor Nobby Clark has refused to stand down following a Code of Conduct complaint. Audio
Invercargill councillors vote to censure mayor Nobby Clark
They have also asked the mayor to step back from public appearances for the rest of the council term following a Code of Conduct complaint.
The Panel with Ali Jones and Johny O'Donnell (Part 2)
Tonight on The Panel, Wallace Chapman and panellists Ali Jones & Johnny O'Donnell discuss whether the grass is greener over in Australia and Invercargill's ugly roundabout. Ali Jones is a PR… Audio
Under fire mayor to be asked to resign
More details about the behaviour of Nobby Clark, who previously caused outrage for using the N-word, have been revealed.
Mayor who used N-word blames 'brain fade' for alleged verbal attacks
Invercargill mayor Nobby Clark's actions at a private event left an MC so upset she wished the ground would "open up and swallow her".
Mayor who used N-word faces new complaint
Nobby Clark, who drew criticism for his unapologetic use of the n-word, is facing another code of conduct complaint.