Splash Palace is reaching out to the tamariki of Invercargill in a bid to raise awareness this Water Safety Month. Invercargill City Council Aquatic Services Manager Stephen Cook said with summer fast approaching, it was vital for whānau to stay safety conscious when enjoying a splash – either in the pool, on the coast, or […]
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Council pleased with AA+ credit rating
Invercargill City Council’s economic outlook has garnered an AA+ rating from leading global company in credit ratings and research, Fitch Ratings. Councillor Lesley Soper, chair of Council’s Finance and Policy committee, said the rating reflected Fitch’s affirmation of Council’s financial performance. “It’s excellent news, and will further solidify Invercargill City Council’s reputation as a solid […]
Read More >Council makes decision on Te Unua Museum of Southland funding
Invercargill City Council will proceed with its new museum as planned. Between August 23 and September 23, Invercargill City Council consulted with the community on options to address a budget shortfall in the project to build Te Unua Museum of Southland. The four options outlined were moving ahead with the full scope of design for […]
Read More >Committees calling for new youth representatives
Want to help support awesome projects across our city? Invercargill City Council is looking for two new youth representatives to join the Community Wellbeing Fund Committee, and the Creative Communities Fund Committee. Councillor Trish Boyle – Chair of the Community Wellbeing Fund Committee – said that the positions were a great opportunity to play a […]
Read More >Invercargill airport terminal renamed in honour of Sir Tim Shadbolt
Sir Tim Shadbolt’s significant contribution to Invercargill has been recognised, as an airport terminal in the southern city was permanently bestowed with his name. The Sir Tim Shadbolt Terminal at Invercargill Airport was officially unveiled today at a private event. Invercargill Mayor Nobby Clark said the name change was a fitting tribute to Sir Tim. […]
Read More >Traffic signals to make Invercargill intersection safer given the green light
A new set of traffic signals to make an Invercargill intersection safer has been given the tick of approval from Invercargill City Councillors. At their Infrastructure Committee meeting on March 5, councillors agreed to proceed with safety improvements at the intersection of Invercargill’s Yarrow and Lindisfarne streets – a project partially funded through Waka Kotahi’s […]
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