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Marcus Lush reveals bid for Invercargill mayoralty

The radio and television personality says he decided to "take a shot" after learning that many locals weren't happy with the candidates.

Southland •26 mins ago

Popular alpine resort Cardrona delays opening after fire

No one was injured in the blaze at Cardrona's shop.

Southland •Sat, Aug 6

Campervans blown over as wind whips lower South Island

Police are urging caution for Southland road users on Friday.

Southland •Fri, Aug 5

Juvenile leopard seal shot dead in Southland

It appeared the seal had been shot with a small-calibre rifle, DOC said.

Southland •Thu, Aug 4

Heavy rain, strong winds in store for parts of the South Island

MetService is warning wild weather will set in from tomorrow.

Weather News •Thu, Aug 4

One person dies following Invercargill crash

Another person who left the scene is helping police with their investigation.

Accidents •Tue, Aug 2

Divers recover body after Southland crash leaves 1 dead

Police were called to the crash on Ferry Rd at about 11.30pm and discovered a vehicle had crashed through a barrier on a bridge over the Oreti River.

Accidents •Fri, Jul 29

Huge field lines up to challenge Invercargill’s Tim Shadbolt

The deep South council has been plagued by issues and in-fighting this year, with particularly pointed questions raised about whether Sir Tim still has the competence for the job.

Southland •Sun, Jul 24

'Serious injuries' in Bluff incident involving vehicle, pedestrians

Emergency services were called to Gore Street on Thursday afternoon with reports of "serious injuries".

Southland •Thu, Jul 21

'Extreme caution' urged in south as heavy rain, strong winds forecast

MetService says the wet weather is just getting started as a storm makes it's way up the South Island.

Weather News •Mon, Jul 18

South Island warned of heavy rain, severe gales - MetService

Motorists are warned that driving could be hazardous, especially for high-sided vehicles and motorcycles.

Weather News •Sat, Jul 16

Southland Hospital closes doors to visitors due to Covid-19

The measure affects those wanting to visit inpatient wards, amid a surge in cases.

Health •Thu, Jul 14

Two marine pest species discovered at Stewart Island

Carpet sea squirt and the invasive seaweed Undaria pinnatifida (Undaria) have both been spotted on the Island.

Environment •Tue, Jul 12

'Lucrative' - Southland oat milk producer gets $6m for facility

New Zealand Functional Foods wants to build a plant-based beverage manufacturing facility north of Invercargill.

Food And Drink •Mon, Jul 11

Southland driver caught almost 5 times over breath alcohol limit

The driver was allegedly involved in several near misses with oncoming traffic.

Crime And Justice •Fri, Jul 1

Man charged with assault after Queenstown bar incident

Another man remains in Christchurch Hospital recovering from serious injuries.

Southland •Fri, Jun 17

Man arrested following Invercargill shooting

One person was shot in the leg and taken to Southland Hospital where they are being treated for moderate injuries.

Crime And Justice •Fri, May 27

'Huge day' as Australia flights return to Queenstown

It is a big morale boost for businesses before skiers start hitting the slopes next month.

Southland •Mon, May 23

'Huge day' as Australia flights return to Queenstown

It is a big morale boost for businesses before skiers start hitting the slopes next month.

Southland •Mon, May 23

Fleeing driver uses footpath, hits cop car in wild Southland chase

The car was driven onto a footpath in Winton, narrowly avoiding a coffee cart and several people along the way.

Southland •Wed, May 18

Southland

Latest Stories

Marcus Lush reveals bid for Invercargill mayoralty

Popular alpine resort Cardrona delays opening after fire

Campervans blown over as wind whips lower South Island

Juvenile leopard seal shot dead in Southland

Heavy rain, strong winds in store for parts of the South Island

One person dies following Invercargill crash

Divers recover body after Southland crash leaves 1 dead

Huge field lines up to challenge Invercargill’s Tim Shadbolt

'Serious injuries' in Bluff incident involving vehicle, pedestrians

'Extreme caution' urged in south as heavy rain, strong winds forecast

South Island warned of heavy rain, severe gales - MetService

Southland Hospital closes doors to visitors due to Covid-19

Two marine pest species discovered at Stewart Island

'Lucrative' - Southland oat milk producer gets $6m for facility

Southland driver caught almost 5 times over breath alcohol limit

Man charged with assault after Queenstown bar incident

Man arrested following Invercargill shooting

'Huge day' as Australia flights return to Queenstown

'Huge day' as Australia flights return to Queenstown

Fleeing driver uses footpath, hits cop car in wild Southland chase

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