The Southland Tribune; Edition #307
Declan's special tribute to 'dynamic one-of-a-kind mayor' | Stags boost: de Groot to play, Reece to run water | Thirsty Thursday: I love the holidays - mostly | The Roar Podcast: Ft. Josh Bekhuis
Declan's special tribute to 'dynamic one-of-a-kind mayor'
Sir Tim Shadbolt’s 12-year-old son Declan says the Invercargill Airport will forever provide him with a reminder of his childhood living in the public spotlight. Declan, alongside his mum and Shadbolt’s long-time partner Asha Dutt, officially unveiled the renamed Sir Tim Shadbolt Terminal at the Invercargill Airport on Wednesday. (READ MORE HERE).
Stags boost: de Groot to play, Reece to run water
All Blacks Ethan de Groot and Sevu Reece will both join the Stags group on Thursday with de Groot to play on Saturday and Reece to run some water. They add to an already long list of reasons why the Southland-North Harbour clash will be an intriguing one. (READ MORE HERE).
Thirsty Thursday: I love the holidays - mostly
“I thought I was being clever and nostalgic and loaded up on tins and cheese and bread rolls, imagining I’d make retro 80s delicacies for my ravenous children, but when I offered them an iconic spaghetti or corn bun I was met with an incredulous look.” (READ MORE HERE).
Sarah McCarthy’s Thirsty Thursday column is brought to you each week thanks to Invercargill-based law firm Mee & Henry Law
The Roar Podcast: Ft. Josh Bekhuis
Josh Bekhuis joins us on The Roar Podcast as he reflects with us on his career to date and his looming history-making 144th appearance for the Southland Stags on Saturday. (Note: Head to the 18-minute mark for the start of Bekhuis interview). Hosts Nick Jeffrey, Nathan Burdon, and Logan Savory also wrap up other happenings in Southland sport. (HAVE A LISTEN HERE).
On your marks! Another Southland track and field season is here
“We are excited for the start of the new summer athletics season and have some new short, sharp events planned to appeal to both new athletes and some of our more established athletes.” (READ MORE HERE).
Sav's Sidelines: Is this the closest NPC ever?
“For years I’ve lamented the often lop-sided nature of the NPC which at times could be put down to the lop-sided level of spending between the top and bottom teams. However, I think, at this point in time, the competition is probably as close as it has ever been - and that is worth celebrating.” (READ MORE HERE).
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Quick Quiz… (Josh Bekhuis Special)
Josh Bekhuis will pass who as Southland rugby’s most-capped player on Saturday?
Bekhuis made his Stags debut in what year?
What is Josh Bekhuis’ age?
Name Bekhuis’ family member who also played lock for Southland from 1988 to 1996?
What rugby club is Bekhuis aligned to in Southland?
Answers: 1. Jason Rutledge 2. 2006 3. 38 4. Richard (his father) 5. Star Rugby Club
In case you missed it…
Mayor’s message: “We already have a postcode lottery when it comes to health in Southland, to the point that our dedicated community have gone out and built a charity hospital from scratch. Primary care services in our communities have depleted over the years, putting pressure on Southland Hospital, which was built too small 20 years ago.” (READ MORE HERE).
Harness racing: Tom Kilkelly hasn’t lost any of his enthusiasm for harness racing after putting 200 wins on the board as an owner. The Invercargill breeder-owner, former trainer and longtime industry sponsor reached the milestone in grand style when his promising trotter Fiery Bandito ran to a big win on a night of impressive southern performances at Addington. (READ MORE HERE).