Invercargill CBD, South City and Stirling Point in Bluff will have the majority of Stage One CCTV up and running by Christmas as work starts to help make the city safer. Council has committed $2.3 million for Stage One, to investigate and install CCTV across parts of Invercargill and Bluff after requests from the community […]
Read More >Invercargill Public Library leads the way, making accessibility a priority for all
Invercargill City Libraries and Archives has taken a major step towards inclusivity, becoming one of the first organisations in Southland to introduce the Hāpai Access Card. This nationwide initiative supports more than 1 million New Zealanders with accessibility needs, helping create a library experience where everyone, regardless of ability, feels welcome and supported. Council Libraries […]
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 >Winners of first ILT Murihiku Art Awards announced
The winners of the first ILT Murihiku Art Awards have been announced at a private opening and can be now seen at an exhibition displayed at He Waka Tuia. The Supreme Winner is James Yau for Horse. Christchurch-based curator and guest judge Jane Wallace said she chose this artist as the winner for his ability […]
Read More >Invercargill City Council backs Dunedin Hospital campaign
Invercargill City Councillors have resolutely backed the ‘They Save, We Pay’ campaign for Dunedin Hospital, standing united in the fight for essential healthcare services. Invercargill Mayor Nobby Clark said the proposed budget overspend cuts to the Dunedin Hospital project would impact more than just the people of Dunedin and Otago. “The Dunedin Hospital provides a […]
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