'A bloody nuisance’: Southland Mayor on email bombardment

About 20,000 people had used the email tool on the website to contact councillors. Photo: Getty...

'A bloody nuisance’: Southland Mayor on email bombardment

An online petition prompting Three Waters opponents to send emails to councillors en masse is being called “a bloody nuisance” by a southern mayor.

Police not among outlet opponents worried about drinking in town

The town of Riverton in Southland is said to have youth drinking problems. PHOTO: ODT FILES

Police not among outlet opponents worried about drinking in town

Police did not oppose a liquor licence application in a small Southland town despite opponents lining up to highlight youth drinking issues.

Council waiting game pushes developer to breaking point

Nathan Hogg says the waiting game he's playing with the council has pushed him to breaking point....

Council waiting game pushes developer to breaking point

A small scale developer was forced to live out of his car while he awaited the outcome of a subdivision he claims has ruined his life.

Anti-coal stance against the grain in smoky Southland town

Carol Cudby Robinson has sealed cracks in her doors and windows to keep the smell of coal out of...

Anti-coal stance against the grain in smoky Southland town

As one rural Southland resident burns through coal by the tonne, his neighbour two doors down tapes her windows to keep the stench at bay.

Mine closing while nearby resource investigated

Takitimu Mine, on the outskirts of Nightcaps, is run by Bathurst Resources Ltd. The mining...

Mine closing while nearby resource investigated

As one coal mine closes in rural Southland, another coal mining company is evaluating whether it wants to enter the market at a nearby site.

Invercargill’s united front, media skepticism, and aversion to negativity

An aerial shot of Invercargill. Photo: Matthew Rosenberg

Invercargill’s united front, media skepticism, and aversion to negativity

New Zealand’s southernmost council has rallied to achieve outcomes set out for it by the Department of Internal Affairs. But there’s a strong sense of skepticism in the south towards the media, and the coverage of their embattled mayor.

Six-figure bill expected for review of council

Six-figure bill expected for review of council

An independent review of the Invercargill City Council is expected to cost ratepayers close to six figures once all the bills are settled.

Independent review of Invercargill council costs ratepayers up to 0k

An independent review of Invercargill City Council is expected to cost ratepayers close to six figures once all the bills are settled.

Sir Tim Shadbolt hits back at independent review findings

Sir Tim is in his ninth term as mayor of Invercargill. Photo: Stepjhen Jaquiery

Sir Tim Shadbolt hits back at independent review findings

Invercargill Mayor Sir Tim Shadbolt says a fresh review of the council is "predictably negative" about his performance and largely ignores some serious recent events.

What’s eating Nobby Clark?

Deputy Mayor of Invercargill Nobby Clark. PHOTO: LUISA GIRAO

What’s eating Nobby Clark?

Mayor Sir Tim Shadbolt’s deputy is vocal both at the council table and in the media. But he’s gone to ground amid an expensive email saga that’s costing Invercargill City Council thousands. Why has Nobby Clark gone quiet?

'Up to voters': Invercargill MP supports embattled mayor

National MP Penny Simmonds is a long-time friend of Invercargill Mayor Sir Tim Shadbolt. Photo:...

'Up to voters': Invercargill MP supports embattled mayor

An Invercargill MP is showing support for embattled mayor Sir Tim Shadbolt, saying it's up to voters to decide his future.

'A game of two halves': Shadbolt reviews current affairs report

Sir Tim Shadbolt. Photo: Stephen Jaquiery

'A game of two halves': Shadbolt reviews current affairs report

Invercargill's mayor is the centre of a TVNZ story about his early life and tumultuous ninth term in office. Over Zoom, he gives a blow-by-blow analysis of the piece.

Maori vaccination rate disappoints

Maori vaccination rate disappoints

The Associate Minister of Health is disappointed more Maori have not stepped up to take the vaccine, but has acknowledged the healthcare system delivering it is racist.

Māori women on mission to vaccinate communities

For Mata Cherrington, fighting Covid-19 is personal. All of her great aunts passed away from a...

Māori women on mission to vaccinate communities

Vaccine uptake among Māori is part of a difficult yet familiar reality for New Zealand health advocates — when it comes to health and wellbeing, tangata whenua are often left behind.

Sir Tim says still waiting for apology

Sir Tim Shadbolt has been storing personal items at council-owned buildings. Photo: ODT files

Sir Tim says still waiting for apology

Invercargill Mayor Sir Tim Shadbolt is disappointed he is yet to hear from the council’s chief executive after an intercepted email was used against him.

Council intercept of Shadbolt email

Long-time Invercargill Mayor Tim Shadbolt said this year’s mayoral race with Tom Conroy was his...

Council intercept of Shadbolt email

An email sent by Invercargill Mayor Sir Tim Shadbolt was accessed by the council’s chief executive and used against him at a behind-closed-doors meeting.

Shadbolt upset over email leak that led to ‘let’s attack the mayor fest’

Mayor Sir Tim Shadbolt at the council chambers earlier this month. PHOTO: STEPHEN JAQUIERY

Shadbolt upset over email leak that led to ‘let’s attack the mayor fest’

An email sent by Invercargill Mayor Sir Tim Shadbolt was accessed by the council’s chief executive and used against him at a behind closed doors meeting.

Ex-mayor wants Shadbolt's items saved, offers mediation

Former Waitākere City Mayor Sir Bob Harvey: "I consider Tim’s memorabilia priceless to this...

Ex-mayor wants Shadbolt's items saved, offers mediation

A former mayor and lifetime friend of Sir Tim Shadbolt is “begging” the Invercargill City Council not to trash the memorabilia of New Zealand’s longest serving mayor.

Council turmoil: call for minister to intervene

A recent report found there are strained relationships between the mayor, deputy and chief...

Council turmoil: call for minister to intervene

A local government expert believes ministerial intervention is needed at the Invercargill City Council after a tumultuous week.

Sir Tim alleges ‘bullying’

Sir Tim Shadbolt is in his ninth term as mayor of Invercargill. Photo: ODT files

Sir Tim alleges ‘bullying’

Embattled Invercargill Mayor Sir Tim Shadbolt says he has been left traumatised by workplace bullying as his deputy pushes for a vote of no confidence against him.

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