With the flurry of summer real estate activity, Invercargill City Council is reminding people to factor in enough time when requesting property files as the holiday season approaches. The Local Government Official Information and Meeting Act (LGOIMA) stipulates there must be a pause of the statutory clock over the holiday break, between 20 December and […]
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Christmas shoppers urged to follow parking rules
Christmas shoppers are being reminded to follow parking rules when out and about this holiday season. Invercargill City Council Manager Environmental Services Gillian Cavanagh said people were encouraged to keep parking rules – including ensuring they were not parking incorrectly, such as on yellow lines, over driveways, or in mobility parks without a permit – […]
Read More >Earthquake strengthening work to be carried out at Surrey Park Grandstand
The Surrey Park Grandstand is in line to be given a facelift. Originally built in 1964, the Invercargill City Council will undertake earthquake strengthening work at the grandstand. The project will be carried out by Amalgamated Builders Ltd. Council Manager for Parks and Recreation Caroline Rain said the upgrade would ensure the grandstand met user […]
Read More >Water Safety Month efforts aimed at tamariki
Splash Palace is reaching out to the tamariki of Invercargill in a bid to raise awareness this Water Safety Month. Invercargill City Council Aquatic Services Manager Stephen Cook said with summer fast approaching, it was vital for whānau to stay safety conscious when enjoying a splash – either in the pool, on the coast, or […]
Read More >Council pleased with AA+ credit rating
Invercargill City Council’s economic outlook has garnered an AA+ rating from leading global company in credit ratings and research, Fitch Ratings. Councillor Lesley Soper, chair of Council’s Finance and Policy committee, said the rating reflected Fitch’s affirmation of Council’s financial performance. “It’s excellent news, and will further solidify Invercargill City Council’s reputation as a solid […]
Read More >Council makes decision on Te Unua Museum of Southland funding
Invercargill City Council will proceed with its new museum as planned. Between August 23 and September 23, Invercargill City Council consulted with the community on options to address a budget shortfall in the project to build Te Unua Museum of Southland. The four options outlined were moving ahead with the full scope of design for […]
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