The Invercargill City Libraries and Archives has launched its Summer Reading ‘Bookopoly’ Challenge, running over the holiday break, with support from the ILT. Tamariki aged 0-11 and rangatahi aged 12-18 are encouraged to take part in the programme designed to inspire a love of reading and keep young minds active over the summer holidays. […]
Read More >Council delivers strong results and future-focussed investments
The Invercargill City Council’s 2023/2024 Annual Report showcases a year of solid financial performance, significant investment, and meaningful progress on projects shaping the future of the city. Adopted at an extraordinary meeting on Friday (22 November 2024) the report outlines Council’s financial performance and position for the 2023-2024 financial year, measured against the goals in […]
Read More >New adventure park to open at Motupōhue Bluff Hill
Te Wahi Tākaro o Motupōhue Adventure Park, Bluff’s latest recreational facility, will officially open to the public on Saturday 23 November. Located on Motupōhue Bluff Hill, the park features over 10km of mountain biking and walking trails, catering to a wide range of skill levels and abilities. Invercargill City Council Manager Parks and Recreation Caroline […]
Read More >Artist in residence to show her fresh perspective of Southland in new He Waka Tuia exhibition
A Southland visitor’s perspective of the region will be on display in the form of a series of artworks for the latest exhibition at He Waka Tuia. Auckland-based artist Nour Hassan was awarded the Southland Art Foundation’s William Hodges Fellowship for 2024 and has spent the better part of the year being inspired by all […]
Read More >Earthquake strengthening work to be carried out at Surrey Park Grandstand
The Surrey Park Grandstand is in line to be given a facelift. Originally built in 1964, the Invercargill City Council will undertake earthquake strengthening work at the grandstand. The project will be carried out by Amalgamated Builders Ltd. Council Manager for Parks and Recreation Caroline Rain said the upgrade would ensure the grandstand met user […]
Read More >Water Safety Month efforts aimed at tamariki
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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