Funding Feature – Ascot Park Hotel Brass Band
This is a story of longevity. Remarkable longevity. Officially the Invercargill Garrison Band – now the Ascot Park Hotel Brass Band of Invercargill – dates back to 1867. However, there have since been mentions of the band found from as far back as 1863. To put it all into perspective it’s the longest-running brass band […]
Building Mitey Children
19 primary schools across Southland have embraced a new approach to mental health and resilience education through Mitey. This pioneering initiative, owned and operated by the Sir John Kirwan Foundation, recognises the crucial importance of the mental well-being of our tamariki. Catering specifically to primary school children in years 1 to 8. It takes a […]
K9 Medical Detection
Dogs are renowned for their exceptional sense of smell, but the dogs from K9 Medical Detection have taken their abilities to new heights. These incredible animals are now trained to detect bowel cancer, simply by sniffing urine samples. At the helm of this organisation is Pauline Blomfield, Founder and CEO, who started the venture in […]
South Sea Spray Waihōpai
The inner-city walls of Invercargill are adorned with beautiful artwork, courtesy of South Sea Spray Waihōpai. In December 2022, the latest edition of this colourful street art festival brought together 24 artists to Invercargill. Following successful iterations in various locations around the region, including Motupōhue (Bluff), Aparima (Riverton) and Māruawai (Gore), with their Streets Alive […]
Enrich@ILT students getting creative!
There are some remarkable stories emerging from the old Elmwood Garden site in Invercargill. The Dee St building is now home to Enrich@ILT, a school that is an example of innovative thinking backed by the community, along with the ILT. It’s something Invercargill should be proud of. Enrich@ILT is a school that helps with the […]
Community Funding Feature – Lug South
Jimmy Paton probably didn’t know it at the time. But a decade ago when he decided to put his Lego work on display at the James Cumming Wing in Gore he smashed down a whole lot of barriers. It was the opening weekend of duck shooting in 2013 and he invited anyone interested to come […]
Community Funding Feature – CanBead
It started as a unique distraction during a difficult time. Sarah Clifford had been diagnosed with melanoma in October 2008 at the age of 28. While undergoing treatment in Christchurch in February 2010 Clifford was given an assortment of beads, wire and the tools for making jewellery. It kept her mind occupied amongst everything else […]
Community Funding Feature – Age Concern Southland
Janette Turner says many people would be shocked at what some of the community’s older folk are going through. Turner should know – she is Age Concern Southland’s manager. It’s hard to think of too many more heroic not-for-profitfor profit organisations than that of Age Concern Southland. The work it does to help the region’s […]
Community Funding Feature – Showquest Southland 2023
A group of Southland Girls’ High School pupils delivered “a moving performance” to take the top honour at the recent Showquest Southland event. The event was held at the Civic Theatre in Invercargill and attracted schools from throughout Southland, as well as some visiting Otago schools. Nine schools and 440 students were involved in front […]
Community Funding Feature – Otago Southland Rescue Helicopter Service
It’s Graeme Gale who gets the phone call at night when someone is in need of the Otago Southland Rescue Helicopter Service. Considering almost every call involves someone in critical condition, moments do matter. Hence the need for a helicopter. There was a time when the weather gods often played a key role in whether […]
Community Funding Feature – Jubliee Budget Advisory Service
Sharon Soper has a message for anyone who is starting to feel the financial strain. Don’t let it fester, ask for some help and advice. Soper is the general manager for Jubilee Budget Advisory Service. It’s an important service that covers Southland and is made up of a team of financial mentors and educators. Soper […]
Centre for gifted students on the move
Enrich, ILT’s one day school, is set to move its programme to the iconic Elmwood Gardens building.With 200 students enrolled for 2022, the largest intake to date, Enrich centre manager Peter Forde is looking forward to starting the year in the new facility.“This shift will allow us to build on our new curriculum development underpinned […]
