Tag: southland
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Greenpeace Criticizes Southland's New Nitrate Investigation as Delay
Greenpeace criticizes Environment Southland's decision to launch a second nitrate investigation, calling it a delay to urgent action against dairy pollution. The group advocates for immediate measures to protect public health and water supplies from contamination.
HealthBusinessEnvironmentAgricultureSocial Issues GreenpeaceEnvironment SouthlandNitrate ContaminationSouthlandIntensive DairyingWater QualityPublic Health
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Southland Farmers Granted Extension for Freshwater Farm Plans
The New Zealand Government has extended the deadline for Southland farmers to submit freshwater farm plans until November 2027. This move ensures alignment with an updated national system, reducing pressure and streamlining regulations for approximately 2,500 farmers.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessEnvironmentGeneral PoliticsAgricultureLegalEconomy SouthlandNew Zealand GovernmentFreshwater Farm PlansTodd McClayNicola Grigg
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Southern New Zealand Faces Potential Severe Gales Mid-Week
MetService forecasts minimal severe weather for early next week, but warns of low confidence for severe gale northwesterlies in Fiordland, Southland, and Stewart Island from Wednesday evening through Thursday morning.
WeatherGeneral Weather Severe WeatherWeather ForecastFiordlandSouthlandStewart IslandCluthaNZ MetServiceMetService - Severe Weather Outlook
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Greenpeace Tests Reveal Elevated Nitrate in Southland Private Bore Water
Greenpeace's Ōtautau water tests show elevated nitrates in private bores, with 16% above preterm birth risk level. A final testing event is scheduled for Lumsden tomorrow, urging residents to check their water.
HealthBusinessPolitics and GovernmentEnvironmentAgricultureMedical ScienceState GovernmentsSocial Issues GreenpeaceŌtautauSouthlandLumsdennitrate contaminationdrinking waterdairy industry
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Six Charged in Southland Drug Bust, $61,000 Seized
Operation Mud Dog in Southland concludes with six facing drug charges, $61,000 cash, and illicit drugs seized. Police emphasize ongoing efforts to disrupt drug supply and hold offenders accountable in the community.
Law EnforcementLegalSocial Issues Operation Mud DogSouthlandDrug ChargesPolice OperationIllicit DrugsHolly MauheniInvercargill District CourtNew Zealand Police
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Southland Police Warn Dating App Users After Two Serious Assaults
Southland Police are urging dating app users to be cautious after two individuals were seriously assaulted in Queens Park last week. Authorities advise meeting in public, well-lit areas and informing a trusted contact of plans.
Law EnforcementSocial IssuesLegalEducation SouthlandDating AppsPoliceAssaultsQueens ParkPublic SafetyCrimeNew Zealand Police
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Critical Flood Resilience Work Begins in Southland
A $10.8 million government loan is funding critical flood resilience work on the Mataura River in Southland. The project will protect over 7,000 people and $803 million in assets in Mataura and Gore.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessGeneral PoliticsState GovernmentsEconomyEnvironment SouthlandMataura RiverFlood ResilienceRegional Infrastructure FundMark PattersonInfrastructureConstructionNew Zealand Government
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Federated Farmers Urges Swift Southland Council Reform Amid Government Deadline
Federated Farmers urges Southland councils to meet a three-month government deadline for reform, advocating for a two-unitary-authority model to better serve ratepayers and streamline environmental management before Wellington steps in.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessGeneral PoliticsState GovernmentsAustralasiaEconomyEnvironment SouthlandFederated FarmersLocal GovernmentCouncil ReformChris DillonUnitary Authorityfarmingelection
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MetService Warns of Potential Severe Gales for Southern New Zealand
MetService has issued a severe weather outlook, highlighting a moderate confidence of severe southwesterly gales for coastal Southland, Clutha, Dunedin, and Stewart Island on Sunday, with the unsettled pattern continuing into Monday before easing.
WeatherGeneral WeatherAustralasia MetServiceSevere WeatherSouth IslandSouthlandDunedinWeather ForecastNZ MetServiceMetService - Severe Weather Outlook
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Southern Police and Fish and Game Praise High Compliance During Duck Hunting Opening Weekend
Southern Police and Southland Fish and Game report high compliance during the duck hunting season's opening weekend. Operation Daffy saw three firearms seized for licence violations, but authorities praised hunters for their overall safety and adherence to regulations.
Law EnforcementPolitics and GovernmentLegalEnvironmentAustralasia HuntingSouthlandNew Zealand PoliceOperation DaffyFirearms SafetyFish and Game
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Police Name Victim of Fatal Southland Crash
New Zealand Police have released the name of the 39-year-old man who died in a single-vehicle crash on Winding Creek Road in Southland on Sunday, March 22, as investigations into the incident continue.
Law EnforcementTransportationLegalAustralasia New Zealand PoliceAaron George FergussonSouthlandWaikaiaTraffic AccidentAutomotive
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Greenpeace Offers Free Nitrate Water Testing in Southland
Greenpeace Aotearoa returns to Southland in May to offer free drinking water testing for nitrate contamination in Edendale, Ōtautau, and Lumsden, citing health risks and outdated safety standards.
HealthEnvironmentBusiness GreenpeaceNitrate ContaminationWater TestingSouthlandPublic HealthDairyingEnvironmental Protection
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Greenpeace Offers Free Nitrate Water Testing in Southland
Free nitrate water testing events are being held in Edendale, Ōtautau, and Lumsden this May. Greenpeace aims to inform the public about nitrate contamination risks in drinking water, with a focus on rural and dairy farming areas.
HealthEnvironmentWorld GreenpeaceNitrate ContaminationWater TestingPublic HealthSouthlandDairy FarmingBowel Cancer
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Minimal Severe Weather Expected for New Zealand, With Slight Chance of Rain and Gales in Fiordland
New Zealand faces a low risk of severe weather through early next week, though Fiordland and Southland could see rain and strong winds by Tuesday, May 5.
WeatherWorld MetServiceSevere WeatherHigh PressureFiordlandSouthlandForecastMetService - Severe Weather Outlook
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Police name victim of fatal Invercargill crash
Police have named 23-year-old Enoch Carlisle as the victim of a fatal crash in Invercargill. Authorities are appealing for witnesses and CCTV footage to aid their ongoing investigation.
Law EnforcementWorld InvercargillFatal crashPoliceInvestigationWitness appealCCTVSouthlandNew Zealand Police
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Southland Leads Regional GDP Growth in Year to March 2025
Southland recorded the largest increase in regional gross domestic product (GDP) for the year ended March 2025, outpacing other regions in the South Island's stronger overall performance.
BusinessEconomy SouthlandGDPSouth IslandNorth IslandAucklandStats NZEconomic Growth
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Police Discover Drugs and Firearms in Southland Operation
Eastern Southland Police targeted drug suppliers in Gore and Riversdale, leading to two arrests, the discovery of cannabis, firearms, and Class A and B drugs.
Law EnforcementSocial Issues Drug arrestsSouthlandGoreRiversdaleOperation NightforceCannabis cultivationFirearmsNew Zealand Police
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Search Continues for Missing Invercargill Man
Police are appealing for information regarding the whereabouts of Kevin Belling, 62, who has been missing from his Invercargill farm since January 9.
Law Enforcement Missing PersonInvercargillPolice SearchSouthlandKevin BellingFarmPublic AppealNew Zealand Police
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Operation Diablo Nets Drugs, Firearms, and Arrests in Southland
A police operation targeting gang-related drug offenses in Southland has resulted in multiple arrests and the seizure of methamphetamine, cannabis, firearms, and cash.
Law EnforcementSocial IssuesAustralasiaLegal Operation DiabloSouthlandInvercargillDrug SeizureFirearmsArrestsOrganised CrimeNew Zealand Police
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Two Arrested Following Gore Shooting
Two men, aged 36 and 54, have been arrested in Invercargill in connection with a shooting in Gore. One victim remains hospitalized, while the other has been discharged.
Law EnforcementSocial Issues GoreInvercargillShootingArrestSouthlandCrime StoppersMike BowmanNew Zealand Police
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Police Remind Southlanders: Beaches Are Roads, Obey Traffic Laws
As Southland beaches become popular with warmer weather, police remind drivers that road rules apply, including speed limits and responsible behavior. Report incidents to authorities immediately.
Law EnforcementTransportationSocial IssuesAustralasia SouthlandOreti BeachScott MacKenzieRoad SafetyTraffic LawNew Zealand PoliceCrime Stoppers
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Southland Police Urge Safe Celebrations During Festive Season
Southland Police launch operation to ensure public safety during festive season, targeting risky behaviour, drink driving, and enforcing liquor bans in public spaces.
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementSocial Issues SouthlandPoliceFestive SeasonInvercargillLiquor BanRoad SafetyNew Zealand Police
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Operation Mist Nets Three Arrests in Invercargill Drug Bust
Following an intensive investigation, three individuals have been arrested and charged with drug-related offenses in Invercargill as part of Operation Mist, aimed at disrupting the supply of illicit drugs.
Law EnforcementSocial IssuesLegal Operation MistInvercargillSouthlandDrug BustMethamphetamineArrestsCrime StoppersNew Zealand Police
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Southland Police Target Illegal Hunting in Mid Dome Area
The 'Mid Dome Poaching Project' unites police, DOC, and farmers to combat illegal hunting and trespassing in the Mid Dome Conservation Area, focusing on hunter education and law enforcement.
Law EnforcementSocial IssuesLegal SouthlandMid Dome Conservation AreaDepartment of Conservationillegal huntingpoachingtrespassingenforcementNew Zealand Police
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Lost Walker Prompts Safety Reminder in Southland
A rescue operation was launched after a solo walker got lost on the Makarewa Falls Track in Southland on Labour Day. Police are reminding hikers to prepare properly.
Politics and GovernmentWeatherLaw EnforcementDisastersGeneral Weather SouthlandMakarewa Falls TrackLabour DaySearch and RescueLand Safety CodeHikingNew Zealand Police
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Media Monitor: RNZ Reports Emergency Continues After South Island Storm
Radio New Zealand is reporting that a state of emergency in Southland and Clutha, New Zealand, will likely continue into next week following a severe storm.
WeatherSportEntertainmentSocial IssuesLegalGeneral WeatherMusic SouthlandCluthaMorrinsvilleMoeaia TuaiAuckland High CourtStormRNZ News
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Fire and Emergency Warns of Increased Fire Risk Due to Strong Winds
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Southland: Six Mongrel Mob Members Sentenced for Violent Crimes
Operation Pakari concludes with sentences ranging from three years four months to six years for gang members involved in 2022 Southland crime spree.
Law EnforcementSocial IssuesLegal Operation PakariSouthlandMongrel Mobsentencingviolent crimeorganised crimeNew Zealand Police
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New Zealand Weather Outlook: Potential for Strong Winds and Heavy Rain
MetService forecasts potential severe weather for New Zealand, with strong winds and heavy rain possible in Northland, Gisborne, Fiordland, and Southland. Updates will be issued.
WeatherDisastersEnvironment MetServiceNorthlandGisborneFiordlandSouthlandMetService - Severe Weather Outlook
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New Zealand Greenhouse Gas Emissions Fall in Most Regions
Greenhouse gas emissions in New Zealand decreased in 13 out of 16 regions in the year ended December 2024, with Taranaki showing the largest decrease due to reduced manufacturing production.
EnvironmentScience & TechnologyClimate Change Greenhouse Gas EmissionsTaranakiCanterburySouthlandStats NZStatistics NZ