Clean drinking water is now flowing through the newly commissioned northern section of the Branxholme Pipeline Upgrade. Last month, engineers gave the green light to activating the section of new pipeline between Pomona Road and Myers Reserve, linking in to the Waikiwi Reservoir. It is a significant step forward for the project, which will provide […]
Read More >Council encourages mindful parking as Central Government’s infringement fee increase comes into effect
Invercargill City Council is encouraging vehicle users to be mindful of their parking as Central Government increases parking infringement fees across the motu. As of October 1, fees will increase an average of 70 percent for overstaying and inconsiderate parking. This only applies to Council-operated parking areas. Manager Environmental Services Gillian Cavanagh said the last […]
Read More >Paper-based artworks offer glimpse into Aotearoa New Zealand’s past at He Waka Tuia
Paper-based collection items are now on display at He Waka Tuia for the first time since the pieces moved to Te Pātaka Taoka Southern Regional Collections Storage Facility. Papier Graphica is an exhibition displaying Southland’s heritage through a selection of paper-based art and objects from Te Kupeka Tiaki Taoka: Southern Regional Collections Trust. He Waka […]
Read More >Winners of The Grrreat Invercargill Photo Competition chosen
The artistry of Invercargill’s budding photographers has been recognised, with the winners of the inaugural Grrreat Invercargill Photo Competition announced. The competition was held throughout the summer to encourage people to explore Invercargill and Bluff. Keen photographers were encouraged to capture the special and spectacular faces, places, and spaces of Invercargill and Bluff. The competition […]
Read More >Council staff to move down the street
Invercargill City Council is set to move out of its building at 101 Esk St and into a temporary home within Invercargill Central and the adjacent HWR building. The temporary relocation, which was approved by elected members in August, is part of Council’s project to address the ageing Te Hīnaki Civic Building and will see […]
Read More >Council opens public consultation for Te Unua Museum of Southland budget
Invercargill City Council is calling on the community to have their say on the final budget for Southland’s new museum. Submissions are now open for the Te Unua Museum of Southland Consultation, Funding the Vision, inviting the community to choose from four options on how to address a budget shortfall for the Council’s project to […]
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