Bluff’s popular annual Summer Sounds concert will take place from 2pm on Sunday 15 February at the Bluff Oyster Festival site on Barrow Street, Bluff. The Oyster Festival site is the latest venue for the event which Bluff Promotions had originally taken to the Gunpit on Bluff Hill until

Police in Southland are continuing efforts to find missing Invercargill man Kevin Belling, who has now been missing for nearly four weeks. The 62-year-old was reported missing on Sunday 18 January. He was last seen at his Motu Rimu farm on Friday 9 January and has not been heard from

The Government has announced major changes to New Zealand’s Graduated Driver Licensing System (GDLS), marking the first significant update since 2011. The changes aim to simplify the process, reduce costs, and make it easier for young people to obtain a full driver licence. Transport Minister Chris Bishop said, “These

The Southland Rodeo Association is expecting another big crowd for its annual event this weekend. Last year saw record numbers through the gate of more than 4000 people, with plenty of action from the bucking bulls to entertain everyone. Now in its 67th year, the Southland Rodeo is part of

Graffiti artist ‘The Clap’ - now known as Kieran Todd Burtenshaw, claims there are others around the city that he’s been taking the rap for. Between August 2022 and 2023, dozens of buildings were targeted, but surprisingly, since Kieran was first charged by police back in August 2023, the

Southern Institute of Technology (SIT) has refreshed its Bachelor of Information Technology (BIT) degree, equipping students with essential skills in artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning, cybersecurity and cloud computing. The New Zealand Qualifications Authority (NZQA) has approved the updated degree, which has been developed to meet the growing demands of

Students returning to school this week will benefit from a significant change designed to give parents clearer, more consistent information about how their children are progressing at school. 2026 marks the first year of nationally consistent assessment and reporting in primary and intermediate schools, giving parents a clearer picture of

Tourism is a significant part of Southland’s economy, leveraging the region’s natural attractions and famous southern hospitality. And while our two national parks and five Great Walks are incredible attractions, the growing range of Southland events is also becoming important in encouraging visitors South. The 38th annual Edendale