Southland
Is the moose out there?
A Canterbury black panther, mysterious moose sightings in Fiordland - and big cats reportedly roaming rurally in the South Island. All of these have been reported by serious news outlets this past… Video, Audio
Three men with gang links charged after kidnapping and burglary
Three men with gang connections have been arrested and charged after an aggravated burglary and kidnapping in Southland last week.
Invercargill councillor disappointed to hear mayor rubbish review of council
An Invercargill councillor says it's disappointing and confusing to hear Mayor Sir Tim Shadbolt rubbishing an independent review of the city council's operations. Audio
New museum set to open on Stewart Island Rakiura
Stewart Island Rakiura's museum was first built in 1960 - to house an abundance of island treasures. Back then, it cost the thousands of tourists coming to the island 50 cents to get in and see the… Audio
High winds knock out power in Southland
High winds forecast to buffet many parts of the south today are causing power outages in areas of Southland.
Slim pickings - reporting the shortage of labour for fruit and veges
With borders closed, a severe shortage of people to pick fruit and vegetables could create serious shortages and high prices this summer. Politicians, growers and media personalities have all… Audio
The Paper Mill: Mataura's toxic waste nightmare
The battle over toxic waste stored in a disused paper mill near Southland's Mataura River is the subject of a new short doco directed by former Invercargill woman Nadia Maxwell. Video, Audio
Legal battle over toxic waste in Mataura nears an end
More than 10,000 tonnes of ouvea premix - a type of toxic waste - stored in Mataura could be removed from the town by Christmas.
House Talk | Episode 8: Is the RMA a Dog?
The RMA gets a lot of flak for being complex and outdated. Change is in the pipeline, but do we risk throwing out the good points of the RMA as well as the bad? Video
House Talk | Episode 9: A House or a Home?
Are tiny and self-built houses an answer to expensive housing in NZ? They have their challenges and attractions, but are local councils deaf to the calls for flexibility in planning laws? Video
Southern DHB approves birthing units after months of 'Russian roulette'
There are units in Queenstown and Alexandra, supported by hubs in Wānaka and Ranfurly, but it's clear the situation is no longer working for expectant mothers and residents of the area.
Police investigating after woman's body found on Invercargill property
Police were called to a Grace Street property shortly after 4pm yesterday where her body was discovered.
Feedback on Invercargill council's governance to be behind closed doors
Invercargill councillors will give their feedback on the council's governance standard behind closed doors.
Police to review death of Gore toddler who drowned
Police are reviewing the death of a Gore toddler who drowned in the town's wastewater treatment ponds last January.
Tamatea/Dusky: The birthplace of New Zealand conservation
It's remote and rugged, an archipelago of over 700 islands - and the birthplace of New Zealand's conservation efforts. Tamatea or Dusky Sound's beauty and history have been captured in a new book by… Audio, Gallery
Southland businesses concerned about Invercargill council
New documents show Southland businesses have serious concerns about the Invercargill City Council being fit to govern.
Firm fined $75k after customers paid for unnecessary heat pump repairs
A heat pump servicing company has been taken to task for a technician's dishonesty which saw customers paying for repairs that weren't needed.
Grant Murray - the fight to save stock during Lake Ohau fires
Grant Murray shares his story of the incredible lengths he went to in order to save the stock on his farm. Audio
Firefighters gain advantage in Lake Ohau fire
Strong winds that have been hampering firefighting efforts at Lake Ohau have died down, allowing the on-site crew to gain further control of the situation.
The fire has caused widespread devastation… Audio
Firefighters still battling to contain Lake Ohau fire
The battle to contain the massive fire around Lake Ohau is continuing, with firefighters up against strong winds overnight.
The fire, which destroyed about 40 homes in the village, is now more than… Audio
