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Bringing together the latest news and updates from Invercargill City, Southland District, Gore District, and Environment Southland. This section offers a consolidated view of key decisions, community initiatives, environmental policies, and local governance. Stay informed with comprehensive coverage of council activities, ensuring you're up to date with everything happening across Southland's councils in one convenient place.

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Council Replaces Code Of Conduct Policy
Council Replaces Code Of Conduct Policy
Councils   -   Apr 30, 2026

The Invercargill City Council revoked its 2025 Code of Conduct policy in just a matter of minutes on Tuesday afternoon (April 28) and replaced it with a new version. It recently came to light that the ICC has now spent more than $125,000 on code of conduct complaints since

Southland Economy Among Strongest In The Country
Southland Economy Among Strongest In The Country
Councils   -   Apr 23, 2026

Renewable Energy Push, Regional Growth and Community Projects Top Southland District Council Agenda. A wide-ranging Southland District Council meeting has tackled regional economic milestones, a major renewable energy push, community infrastructure decisions, housing pressures, and operational governance across the district. Southland Economy Among New Zealand's Strongest Great South

Boat Launch Costs to Increase From $25 to $30 at Bluff Ramp
Boat Launch Costs to Increase From $25 to $30 at Bluff Ramp
News   -   Apr 23, 2026

Invercargill City Council is proposing to increase fees at Bluff Boat Ramp, with casual launch costs rising from $25 to $30 per use. Annual permits would also go up under the proposal, costing $155 per year for boats under 6 metres and $215 for larger vessels. Bluff Community Board Chair

Emergency Closure Shuts Mitchell Road Until April 24
Emergency Closure Shuts Mitchell Road Until April 24
News   -   Apr 22, 2026

Mitchell Road has been closed to traffic after a culvert collapsed, cutting off access between two major intersections in the area. The emergency closure affects the stretch of Mitchell Road between Riverton Otautau Road and Waipango Ermedale Road intersections. The road will remain shut until Friday 24 April while repair

Time’s Up For The Wachner Place Clock Council Votes No To $1.3M Cost
Time’s Up For The Wachner Place Clock Council Votes No To $1.3M Cost
News   -   Apr 15, 2026

The Wachner clock will have an identify of its own in a new location, but it probably won’t be in Wachner place. The Infrastructure and Growth Committee has recommended that council shelf the $1.37 million project, due to the current economic climate. The public also decided last week

Council to Decide on $1.37m Clock Tower Design Next Week
Council to Decide on $1.37m Clock Tower Design Next Week
News   -   Apr 11, 2026

Invercargill City Council will decide next week between three design options for the new Esk Street West clock tower, with the preferred concept carrying a price tag of $1.37 million. Councillors will meet on Tuesday to consider the revised budget request for the landmark structure, which forms part of

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