Southland
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.
Southern Steel inflict four-goal loss on Northern Mystics
The Southern Steel have overcome a late rally and brutal Northern Mystics defence to post their second win of the ANZ Premiership season.
Shear-will and the power of traditional healing
Serena Lyders has found her calling as a traditional Māori healer, giving back to rural communities and working with shearers all around the motu. Audio
Shear-will and the power of traditional healing
Serena Lyders has found her calling as a traditional Māori healer, giving back to rural communities and working with shearers all around the motu.
AudioSuzanne Prentice star guest performer at Country Music Honours
Country music fans will be celebrating tonight with the Country Music Honours taking place in Gore. Audio
Booze-free supermarkets: The city with a bottle store monopoly
In Invercargill, the licensing trust model is alive and well - controlling the sale and supply of alcohol. Matthew Rosenberg looks into the system, and why it isn't more widely used.
Unexplained death of man in Invercargill on Sunday referred to coroner
The unexplained death of a man whose body was found in Invercargill on Sunday morning has been referred to the coroner.
Police release name of man found dead on street in Invercargill
The body of Quinn David McIntyre was found near the intersection of Sydney St and St Andrew St on Sunday morning.