Invercargill Press Releases, New Zealand

Invercargill to Consider Ethical Procurement

Invercargill City Council has requested a staff report on a proposal to amend its procurement policy to exclude companies involved in illegal Israeli settlements, following a motion from local residents and the Palestine Solidarity Network Aotearoa. If adopted, Invercargill would join other New Zealand councils aligning with international law and UN Resolution 2334, aiming to ensure ratepayer funds are spent ethically. The council vote will be scheduled once the report is complete.

Dirtease South Vol.4

Invercargill’s Hottest Night Out Returns – All live Vairety starring NZ’s fiercest talent. Burlesque / Drag / Circus / Magic ONE NIGHT ONLY – June 21 / R18

Southerners speak out on Electricity Transmission Pricing

Invercargill Mayor Tim Shadbolt is buoyed by the Southern rally to correct what is seen in the South as a “gross injustice” in the way electricity transmission costs are calculated.

Funding for Tourist Attractions in Rotorua and Southland

Tourism Minister Paula Bennett has announced $2.49 million funding for new tourist attractions in Rotorua and Southland.

Water Tanks – Protect Your South Island Farm From Drought This Summer

Choose the cool alternative for water storage this summer. Burford concrete water tanks are ideal for extra water tank capacity and are available in many sizes.

Tim Shadbolt as Invercargill Mayor

Invercargill’s voters have re-elected Tim Shadbolt to serve a sixth term as Mayor, Invercargill City Council Electoral Officer Graham Low announced today. Mr Shadbolt won the Mayoralty with 16,275 votes over Mayoral candidates Suzanne Prentice with 5,311 votes and Carl Heenan with 669 votes.