The Southland Tribune; Edition #99
First floor struggles for Invercargill Central, but development boosts 'civic pride'/THE SCENE: A music journey that started in the family home/Southland cyclists to contest World Track Championships
First floor struggles for Invercargill Central, but development boosts 'civic pride'
THE SCENE: A music journey that started in the family home
Southland cyclists to contest World Track Championships
Southland runners tested nationally and locally
Today’s Poll… How do you view Invercargill Central to date?
Out & About… Southland Home Show
First floor struggles for Invercargill Central, but development boosts 'civic pride'
Invercargill Central is struggling to fill its first-floor space and economic growth is a little lower than expected for the city. However, an independent report confirms the major development has provided a clear benefit for Invercargill and is expected to continue to do so. (READ MORE HERE).
A music journey that started in the family home
Jenny Mitchell - the 2017 Southland Entertainer of the Year - is currently touring New Zealand which has included helping raise money for Forest & Bird. She provides us with an insight into her music journey to date and outlines an original song that’s special to her. (READ MORE HERE).
Southland cyclists to contest World Track Championships
Southland’s Tom Sexton and Nick Kergozou will head to Glasgow for the UCI Track Cycling World Championships which will run from August 2 to 9. (READ MORE HERE).
Southland runners tested nationally and locally
A group of Southland runners headed to the New Zealand Secondary Schools Cross Country Championships and the results were...well...pretty impressive we don't mind saying. (READ MORE HERE).
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Quick Quiz….
1. Southland musician Jenny Mitchell is touring NZ at the moment. She is helping raise money for what national not-for-profit organisation?
2. Who is the most capped Southland rugby player of all time?
3. Former Invercargill MP Eric Roy is currently a councillor with which Southland council?
4. What event will take place in Invercargill’s CBD from 3pm to 11pm on June 30?
5. Which secondary school did Southland Sportsperson of the Year Amy Rule attend?
(SCROLL TO BOTTOM FOR ANSWERS)
Today’s Poll…
Out & About…
Southland Home Show - June 23 & 24 - ILT Stadium Southland
The Southland Home Show is a showcase for building and associated products. It was first held in 1996 and has been an annual event since.
This year there will be two days of “super special deals” on carpet, paint, wall paper, windows, doors, renovations, bathrooms, roofing, beds, cookware, heating, glass, blinds, insulation, electric bikes, alterations, kitchens, new builds, real estate, cleaning systems, paving, architecture, trailers, coffee machines, double glazing, family portraits, flooring, spouting, heat pumps, outdoor fires, spa pools, greenhouses, tunnel houses, indoor fires and more.
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In case you missed it….
Can Southland have its money back?: It seemed inevitable Te Pūkenga would eventually centralise its marketing and strip it back from individual institutes. That day seems to have arrived. (READ MORE HERE).
15 years: This month youth advocacy organisation Number 10 blew the candles out on its 15th birthday cake. It’s a milestone well worth celebrating given some of the challenges it's faced. (READ MORE HERE).
Insight: “We really do get meaningful satisfaction by bringing this event to the community every year. It’s for Southland families and is quickly gaining national recognition.” (READ MORE HERE).
Quiz Answers….
Forest & Bird 2. Jason Rutledge 3. Environment Southland 4. Night of the Arts 5. Aparima College