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Council progresses work on Head Start proposal
Local government reorganisationNewsInvercargill City Council has agreed to continue developing a proposal for one Southland council through the Government's Head Start process.
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Pomona St Playground upgrade encourages new ways to play
PlayParks and ReservesNewsA newly upgraded playground in South City has reopened to the public, revealing a host of innovative play features not previously seen in Invercargill’s neighbourhood parks.
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Council to consider next steps for Head Start proposal
Local government reorganisationNewsInvercargill City Council will this week consider whether to continue developing a proposal through the Government's Head Start process.
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Freestyle Kings LIVE announces exclusive New Zealand show
EventsNewsThe adrenaline-charged action sports spectacular known as "the greatest show on two wheels," has confirmed Invercargill as its exclusive New Zealand destination for 2026.
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Town Belt tree removal set to begin
Parks and ReservesNewsSome of the oldest and largest trees in Invercargill's Town Belt will soon be removed, as scheduled felling work to address safety concerns begins next week.
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Southlanders share views on future governance
Local government reorganisationNewsCommunity feedback on the future of local government is now being considered by Council, as the LGC announces the options it will investigate further.
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Council seeks feedback on the future of two parks
BluffConsultationParks and ReservesNewsInvercargill City Council is asking residents to share their views on the future of two underutilised green spaces in Invercargill and Bluff.
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Property revaluation process in Invercargill City underway
FinanceNewsWork on property revaluations throughout Invercargill and Bluff has begun.
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Dog registration countdown begins
DogsOver half of the district's estimated 9,800 dogs are now registered.
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Play 5.0 now open at He Waka Tuia in Invercargill
He Waka TuiaArt and CultureNewsThe latest instalment of Play has arrived at He Waka Tuia, with the exhibition celebrated at a pyjama party-themed opening event.
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Priscilla set to dazzle at the Civic Theatre
Art and CultureNewsSequins, stilettos and a glitter-covered bus are taking over the Civic Theatre, as Invercargill Musical Theatre sets the stage for its 2026 production, Priscilla Queen of the Desert.
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Fifth Play exhibition opening at He Waka Tuia soon
He Waka TuiaArt and CultureNewsGet ready – the fifth installment of Play is scheduled to open at He Waka Tuia, in Invercargill, on Friday 3 July.
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Entries for annual ILT Murihiku Art Awards now open
He Waka TuiaArt and CultureNewsEntries for a competition that celebrates the innovation and imagination of visual artists throughout the country are now open.
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Community feedback sought on future of local government in Southland
Local government reorganisationNewsBig conversations are under way about the future of local government, and Invercargill City Council wants all Southlanders at the heart of those discussions.
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Council set to consider adoption of Annual Plan 2026/2027
Annual Plans and ReportsNewsInvercargill City Council is set to adopt its Annual Plan 2026/2027, which would confirm an average rates increase of just over 7 percent for city residents.
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He Waka Tuia fosters community connections with outreach programme
He Waka TuiaNewsArt is for everyone – and the team at He Waka Tuia is working to ensure Invercargill’s residents get to experience the joys of all things cultural from an early age.
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Chance to develop Southland's food stories at new museum open
Te Unua Museum of SouthlandNewsSouthland is blessed with an abundance of ingredients. Now, those within the hospitality industry are being called on to share their vision for the café at the region’s new museum.
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Wave of interest in Sharks competition
Splash PalaceNewsA Splash Palace competition offering local children the chance to party with the SBS Bank Southland Sharks has received more than 100 entries from teams across the region.
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Register your best friend before 1 July
DogsNewsDog registrations for Invercargill City Council’s canine residents are due 1 July.
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Civic Theatre set to mark 120 years
Art and CultureHeritageNewsThe historic Civic Theatre is marking a new milestone, as it celebrates 120 years at the heart of Invercargill’s civic and cultural life.
