The Southland Tribune; Edition #124
“Happiness is not something you postpone for the future; it is something you design for the present.” – Jim Rohn.
Mayor concedes face-to-face plus-side to Japanese trip
Japanese halfback may get NPC cap with Southland Stags
Sammy Murrell: World Cup tipped upside down
Broad confirmed as new Invercargill city councillor
Today’s Poll… Who do you intend to vote for?
Out & About… Upstage: Ali Sings Judy Garland
Mayor concedes there’s face-to-face plus-side to Japanese trip
Invercargill Mayor Nobby Clark last year opposed the city council spending money on sister city trips, preferring online catchups. Although he now concedes face-to-face meetings have significant benefits. (READ MORE HERE).
Japanese halfback may get NPC cap with Southland Stags
Japanese halfback Kaisei Tamura is in line for a potential National Provincial Championship debut in Invercargill on Sunday. (READ MORE HERE).
Sammy Murrell: World Cup tipped upside down
“This tournament has turned the women’s football world on its head over the past few weeks, and I know I’m not alone when I say that I’m here for it.” (READ MORE HERE).
Broad confirmed as new Invercargill city councillor
Invercargill City Council’s preliminary election results have confirmed the new councillor is Steve Broad with 2760 votes. (READ MORE HERE).
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Quick Quiz….
Who got the highest voter turnout for their recent council by-elections, Invercargill or Gore?
What do Jimmy Cowan, Tim Boys, Jason Rutledge, Brent Shepherd, Lin Booth, and Leicester Rutledge all have in common?
Why did The Country radio host describe Friday as a bleak day for provincial New Zealand?
Who was the Southern Steel player that was named midcourter of the tournament at the Netball World Cup?
Where in Southland will you find the Charlton Motel?
(SCROLL TO BOTTOM FOR ANSWERS)
Today’s Poll….
Out & About….
Upstage: Ali Sings Judy Garland - Friday, Aug 11 - Civic Theatre, Invercargill
Kick off Upstage: Invercargill Festival of Cabaret with a sprinkle of stardust.
Be spellbound by the talents of South Pole Dance: set to bring a taste of Cirque de Soleil to Invercargill.
Then, settle into your seat on stage – cabaret style! – to be wowed by chanteuse Ali Harper and her live band, in a truly immersive experience you won’t want to miss.
One of the brightest stars of Hollywood’s Golden Era, Garland was a beloved icon of the screen thanks to roles in films such as The Wizard of Oz, Meet Me In St Louis, and A Star Is Born.
For more info head to UPSTAGE: Invercargill Festival of Cabaret tickets | Tours and Events | Ticketek New Zealand
In case you missed it….
‘Bleak day’: In a blow to dairy farmers Fonterra has reduced its 2023/24 season forecast Farmgate Milk Price significantly. Host of The Country radio show and rural commentator Jamie McKay describes it as “a bleak day for provincial New Zealand”. (READ MORE HERE).
The comeback: There was plenty of positivity and enthusiasm within the Stags camp leading into the competition opener before Southland found themselves like a dazed boxer minutes into the season. Then came the comeback. (READ MORE HERE).
Rugby wrap: We wrap up some of the Southland rugby happenings that took place over the weekend, which includes a particular focus on the Southland Development team’s 33-5 win over Southland Country at Limehills on Friday night. (READ MORE HERE).
Club final: They say experience counts for plenty in sport. It’s something that was highlighted from about 2pm at ILT Stadium Southland on Saturday. (READ MORE HERE)
Quiz Answers….
Gore - 39% 2. They have all played 100 games of rugby for Southland 3. Fonterra slashed its 2023/24 season forecast Farmgate Milk Price 4. Kate Hefferan 5. Gore