Southland
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.
Tourist missing four days at Milford Sound 'extremely lucky'
A visitor was in street shoes and had no way to call for help.
Delays for rename of airport terminal honouring Shadbolt
Invercargill City Council has confirmed the rebrand to Sir Tim Shadbolt Terminal is taking longer than anticipated.
Fifth baby tuatara found at demolition site
The baby was found during a careful search including thermal imaging in the wake of last week's shock discovery of four others.
Mercury expands Kaiwera Downs wind farm after Tiwai deal
The investment will increase the capacity of the wind farm to make it the second largest in New Zealand.
Tuatara on display again as new enclosure unveiled, named
The tuatara haven't been seen in public since they were shifted from the city's old museum in early 2023.
Concerns about $2 billion subsidy for Tiwai
Analysis - Certainty for Southland, the energy market and successive governments is valuable, but the smelter may have found a way to earn millions in subsidies.
Gold Guitar winner Amy Maynard: 'I'm on cloud nine'
A first-time contestant has taken out Aotearoa's top country music prize.
Amy Maynard the winner at NZ Gold Guitar Awards
The Hamilton singer has won a fully produced single and video clip and $3k alongside the coveted trophy.
'Country's back in the world': Artists flock to small town for contest
Contestants adorned in sparkled boots, cowboy hats and sequined dresses met a roaring crowd in Gore on Saturday night.
Jodi Vaughan honoured for contribution to country music
The performer was told, as a young girl, that she was too short for showbiz. "I showed them."
New Tīwai Point deal could reinforce coal use for electricity - Greenpeace
Greenpeace says the smelter's closure could have led to lower electricity prices, but South Port says there's widespread relief over the 20-year deal.
Wilding pine work 'at risk' as funds dwindle
A Southland pest control group fears 18 years of work could be in jeopardy amid difficult conditions.
