'Always a leader': Haka performed for Sir Tim at last council meeting of his term
He proposed a succession plan for the mayoral robe he has worn for more than 26 years.
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Hit-and-run victim able to move hands and toes
Ryan Phillips was walking home from a work party when he was struck by a vehicle.
Four dead and several others critical after horror long weekend crashes
Multiple crashes across country killed several and left others fighting for their lives.
Tim Shadbolt admits he might lose, but is fighting on
The mayor of Invercargill says not every person has the bravery to swim against the tide.
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The most fascinating local elections are happening outside of Auckland and Wellington.
Popular NZ TikTok influencer arrested for attempted murder in US
Darren Maheno has been incarcerated in the United States for the past two weeks.
Drunk driver who killed caught again
Victim's brother describes latest drinking episode 'bloody ridiculous... pure stupidity."
Nursing student hopes to prove worth in visa battle
Maia Matubis is immersing herself in her studies for a future in New Zealand.
Firefighter killed by pet stag during roar season
The stag was four years old and had been bottle-reared by the firefighter and his partner.
Info sought on aggravated robbery of service station
Police need the public's help to investigate an aggravated robbery in Invercargill.
Use of police dog to arrest abusive driver an 'overreaction' - IPCA
The canine handler then commanded his dog to bite the driver.
Blood on his boots: Man found guilty of grievous bodily harm
Corey Norman Milne stomped on an unconscious man and nearly killed him at a party.
Newstalk ZB host Marcus Lush announces mayoralty bid
He joins eight other candidates including Sir Tim Shadbolt.
Man accused of killing Invercargill dad named
Victim described as 'the most beautiful soul and proud dad you could ever meet'.
Woman's body pulled from submerged car after Southland crash
The crash was reported to emergency services about 11.30pm last night.
Council to discuss contentious issue of Mayor Tim Shadbolt's rental car saga
Invercargill Mayor's rental car arrangements will be brought to council table tomorrow.
Ardern's local government reassurance greeted with scepticism
Co-governance concerns boil over after PM speaks at a local government conference.
Sir Tim's costly ride: Mayor spends $523 on rental to travel from Wgtn to P North
Angry mayor says council making a decision on the rental car is misuse of council time.
Mayor's 190km taxi ride: Shadbolt says deputy wrecked travel plans
The mayor's request for a rental car to travel to the LGNZ conference was denied.
Convicted child rapist sent back to prison over exploitation images
The man sent the images to himself while recovering from a stroke in hospital.
'One less weight in my life': Sister's relief young mum's killer won't get out of jail early
Samuel Samson murdered Azalia Wilson while they were in a motel room with their baby.
'It's not worth the risk': Police nab motorist five times over alcohol limit
Member of the public reported concerns about the man's hair-raising driving in Southland.
17-year jail term remains for man who brutally killed partner
Azalia Wilson was so badly injured she was unrecognisable, the court said.
Motel where murder accused stayed was bugged by police
The woman was at the motel while her house was forensically searched.
A Ukrainian family fled to NZ to escape war. Tragedy struck just eight weeks later
Leonid Yurasov's 'most cherished dream' was for his family to be together in safety.
'Do you have any idea?': Murder accused's chilling messages to victim's mother
A week after his death, Sandy Graham sent Dale Watene's mother a friend request.
Man found in shallow grave died in 'a terrible accident', court told
Case focuses on how Dale Watene died before ending up buried in Longwood Forest.
Man stroked leg of 16yo in changing room, went into hotel room where 12yo girl was
Nathan Ngarimu Collier was already on the child sex offender register.
Judge references death penalty while sentencing young drug dealer
Judge tells young drug dealer he would be hanged if in Singapore, "no questions asked".
More opportunities for first-home buyers, SBS Bank boss says
SBS Bank has lent money to 850 first-home buyers during the year.
Cycling NZ pulls support amid bullying claims
Formal complaints lodged over the behaviour of Invercargill cycling coach Sid Cumming.
Man arrested after person allegedly shot in Invercargill
One person received a gunshot wound to the leg.
Employee awarded $8000 after being tapped on her backside with bucket
The woman complained about her co-workers's conduct for several weeks.