The Southland Tribune; Edition #215
Opinion: The moment Southland can make a statement | SIX60 heading to Gore, Stewart Island, Invercargill | ‘I do not give up’: Mayor gearing up for return after heart attack
‘I do not give up’: Mayor gearing up for return after heart attack
Out & About… Southland A&P Show
Opinion: The moment Southland can make a statement
Saturday looms as a chance for Southlanders to make a statement. Bring top-flight women’s sport to the region and it will get supported. The region has a history of doing so, long before there was a genuine nationwide push to propel women’s sport out of the shadows and into the spotlight. Think the Southern Sting. (READ MORE HERE).
SIX60 heading to Gore, Stewart Island, Invercargill
One of New Zealand’s biggest and most decorated bands, SIX60 will perform at the Civic Theatre in Invercargill on May 7 before playing in Gore at the St James Theatre the next night. SIX60 will also make a trip to Stewart Island to play at its Community Centre on May 14. (READ MORE HERE).
‘I do not give up’: Mayor gearing up for return after heart attack
“[I’m] maybe two or three weeks from being back at work. [I] still have low levels of energy and have lost about 12 kgs since the day of the operation.” (READ MORE HERE).
'Convo on the Couch': Charity rallies for bereaved mothers
Still Mums Charitable Trust has invited Wendyl Nissen and local special guests to help celebrate and embrace the ethos of International Women’s Day. Nissen is a journalist, writer, and broadcaster who has written 12 books. (READ MORE HERE).
Government puts $1.35m toward Bluecliffs landfill clean up
“It will address the risk of this site being breached by a natural event, exposing waste material and contaminating the surrounding land and waterways. This site, which is in a low-lying coastal area, is at risk of being compromised by storm surges, rainfall events, high water levels and flooding.” (READ MORE HERE).
Lady Sass's starting manners get the tick of approval
Riverton trainer Kelvin Tyler was relieved to see Lady Sass leave the starting gates with her opposition in a 1000m-jumpout at Ascot Park yesterday. Lady Sass led from start to finish in the jumpout to cement plans to nominate her for the $80,000 NZB Airfreight Stakes (1400m) at Wingatui on Saturday. (READ MORE HERE).
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Quick Quiz…
Where did the Southland Sharks and Southern Steel play home games from 2011 to 2013 when Stadium Southland’s roof collapsed?
What does Glowing Sky specialise in which you can purchase at its Invercargill and Stewart Island stores?
A new trophy, in honour of the Ineson family, has been introduced in Southland for which event?
Gore’s Jenny Mitchell is an award-winning what?
Former All Black Les George has what named after him in Southland?
Answers: 1. SIT Velodrome 2. Merino Wool clothing 3. Invercargill to Browns Road Race (Cycling) 4. Musician 5. A rugby ground
Out & About…
Southland A&P Show - March 1 & 2 - Donovan Park, Invercargill
The Southland A&P Show is a fun day out at Donovan Park celebrating our wonderful region. There is something for everyone with livestock competitions, live entertainment, stall holders, a food court and much more.
Friday March 1 Night Market 5:30pm-8pm
Show Day Saturday March 2 9am - 4pm
In case you missed it…
Report request: An Invercargill City Councillor has asked for staff to prepare a report with information as to just where the sister city relationship with Suqian in China is at. (READ MORE HERE).
Stags Watch: Rugby Southland is still yet to publicly confirm its 2024 Southland Stags coaching setup, although it appears changes are in store. (READ MORE HERE).
