Invercargill City Council is asking residents what they think about a proposal to accelerate construction of new and upgraded housing for the elderly. The proposal is included in the Council’s draft Long Term Plan (LTP) 2024-34, released at the end of February for public feedback. Residents are being asked to give their views on whether […]
Read More >Input sought on our Long-term Plan as deadline approaches
Are we getting the balance right? We want your feedback by the end of the month. Invercargill City Council continues to encourage the public to have their say on the Council’s Long-term Plan 2024-2034, ahead of consultation closing on April 2. Issues being tackled in this plan are options for elderly persons housing, a proposed […]
Read More >Expressions of interest sought for 2024 Upstage Invercargill Festival of Cabaret
Upstage Invercargill Festival of Cabaret is gearing up for its 2024 event – and expressions of interest are sought from any community members wanting to add some spice and variety to the show this August. This year’s Upstage Invercargill will be held from August 30 to September 7 at locations around Invercargill, following the success […]
Read More >Nominations open for Invercargill Civic Awards honours
After an almost decade-long hiatus, Invercargill City Council’s Civic Awards are back – and nominations for 2024 recipients are now open. Council handed out 73 civic awards honours between 1984 and 2016, and in 2023, Councillors agreed to reinstate the awards, with this year marking the return of the honours to the city. Mayor Nobby […]
Read More >Crafternoon Tea celebrates 10th anniversary
For 10 years, the Crafternoon Tea gatherings at the Invercargill Public Library have been pulling in craft enthusiasts from around the city for a bit of conversation, crafts and a cup of tea. The group is set to celebrate this milestone with an exhibition showcasing a decade of crafting at the end of March and […]
Read More >Public alerted to Council imposter calls
Invercargill City Council is warning residents to be aware of callers impersonating Council staff, after a scam call was reported by an Invercargill ratepayer this week. Council Group Manager Community Engagement and Corporate Services Trudie Hurst said a resident received a call from a blocked number on Monday afternoon, claiming the person owed money to […]
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