Podcasts about Invercargill

Waikato-Bay of Plenty farmer Hugh Jackson has takne home the title of New Zealand's top young farmer. The 26-year-old was crowned the 57th FMG Young Farmer of the Year last weekend after the final event in Invercargill. The Country's Jamie Mackay explains further. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Southerner was a passenger express train in the South Island running between Christchurch and Invercargill from 1970 to 2002. The train was eventually closed due a decline in passenger numbers and subsidies, although it was briefly revived in May this year for four days as part of a tourist experience. Recently, a group of campaigners from Save our Trains launched a petition calling on the government to restore the Southerner train route as a more accessible form of travel for South Islanders. Wednesday Wire Host Oto spoke with Dave Macpherson from Save Our Train - Southern, to discuss his petition and why the Southerner should be restored.

Carter Dalgety & Sam Thornley join Greg for this week's Southern Man segment ahead of racing today at Invercargill & Addington Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s four sleeps until he hands over the cloak of knowledge in Invercargill on Saturday night. Today, we ask the 2024 FMG Young Farmer of the Year how the last year has changed his life and what words of advice he has for the seven 2025 grand finalists. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Waikato Bay of Plenty Magic intend to shut down the Southern Steel's tried and tested connections in this afternoon's crucial ANZ Premiership matchup in Invercargill. The hosts have former Tactix teammates Aliyah Dunn and Kimiora Poi, plus Kate and Georgia Heffernan. Both sides are competing for the third playoff spot, with just three rounds to go in the regular season. Captain Ameliaranne Ekenasio joined D'Arcy Waldegrave to preview the clash. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tonight on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Jennie Moreton and Mike Williams. This half hour the panel hears about a group of journalism students at the University of Canterbury who have started up a new publication for prisons in the region. They also hear from Bernie Brown owner of McKnight and Brown menswear, 70 years serving the good people of Invercargill.

So an AI listend to the show and wrote this podcast description... Join Clint, Meg, and Dan for a jam-packed episode filled with hilarious stunts, candid conversations, and surprises. Clint is off to Japan as Cal steps in, and Meg returns with stories of her challenging pregnancy journey. They dive into various fun segments like the 'Postcode Playlist' for Invercargill and recap Dan's epic remote control car stunt, attempting to jump over 10 people. Also, there's a heartfelt discussion about Meg's impending maternity leave and the dynamics of carpooling with coworkers. Don't miss the 'Is It Cheating?' debate and a hilarious game of 'Climax or Crowning.' A tune in for a roller coaster of emotions and laughs! 00:00 Welcome to the Show00:50 Clint's Absence and Meg's Return01:33 Postcode Playlist and Throwbacks05:44 Meg's Personal Struggles08:07 Dan's Good Samaritan Story09:57 Water Volume Challenge14:05 Brad Pitt and Formula 124:01 Is It Cheating?33:30 Jeff Bezos' Wedding Invitation35:55 Jeff Bezos' Controversial Donation to Venice37:56 Dan's Remote Control Car Stunt41:50 Betting on Meg's Baby43:22 Climax or Crowning Game49:26 Dan's Postcode Playlist for Invercargill01:00:39 Debate on Giving Coworkers Rides01:09:15 Meg's Pregnancy Journey and Farewell

This podcast description was blatantly written by AI... Join Clint, Meg, and Dan as they dive into their usual radio antics with hilarious segments, surprising interactions, and unexpected challenges. From discussing celebrity appearances at concerts to the unusual bets they place, the trio keeps things lively. Highlights include a bet on Meghan’s baby details, Dan's remote control car stunts, and an awkward celebrity encounter. Don't miss out on the fun conversations and spontaneous moments that make this episode a must-listen! 00:00 Introduction and Banter03:16 Listener Request and Throwback05:39 Remote Control Car Obsession08:42 More or Less Game12:32 Will Smith's Street Performance16:58 Matariki Weekend Winners and Losers31:44 Crown or Climax Game36:50 Mike's Minute: Positive News37:37 Prank Calls and Frustrations37:44 Heartwarming Package from Alabama38:27 Steve Carell's Reboot and More Pranks40:10 Invercargill's $15 Million Lotto Winner40:38 Airplane Adventures and Listener Encounters45:26 Top Reasons to Stay in Invercargill51:30 $10,000 Giveaway Challenge53:58 Dan's Diary and Remote Control Car Stunt01:02:17 Celebrity Concert Surprises01:06:31 Betting on Meg's Baby01:11:27 Lord's Shoutout to The Edge

New Zealand's largest industrial development ever is about to begin in Invercargill. Mike Hosking spoke to the general manager of the project Ben Murphy this morning, who said the project is making progress. “We do have a fully zoned sight there, which is the key unlocker for this project.” Ben Murphy told Mike Hosking this morning. Although progress has been made, the project must secure occupiers before the project breaks ground. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A group of South Island principals are rallying against what it claims are "discriminatory and unlawful" plans for a breakaway first fifteen rugby competition. The proposed new competition would be played exclusively among boys' schools from Nelson through to Invercargill. Sports correspondent Dana Johannsen spoke to Corin Dann.

I think this was the move of the week. Housing Minister Chris Bishop dropped the bombshell on local body operators that the Government has decided to give him the power to intervene around housing in local body decision making. Mind you, we could argue scrapping the calamitous Census was a good move, and indeed I'm a massive fan of reporting inflation data on a monthly basis, which sort of makes us look like a first world country. These are all good decisions. But as regards councils and housing, in the broader interests of this small country finally getting its fiscal act together, this move cannot come soon enough. The simple truth is we are over councilled. We have ludicrous numbers of local do-gooders in a vast array of fiefdoms making decisions that may, or may not, make any sense locally, far less incorporating themselves into the bigger national picture. Part of the problem is too often councils have not been up to much. Too many councils are littered with acrimony and in-fighting, progress is stalled, or watered down, or major work is ignored in favour of more headline grabbing material that makes the local representatives look good. Not all of course, but too many. From Tauranga, to Wellington, to Christchurch, to Invercargill; the infighting and dysfunction has become legendary. What you can say about central Government that you can't say about local Government is most of us took part in the democratic process and as a result this Government, rightly or wrongly, has a mandate to get on and do stuff. Mainly, stuff that got cocked up by the previous Government. If there has been a constant theme of this current Government, even from its broad-based supporters, it is that they haven't done as much as they might have. They have plans and ideas and announcements and KPIs. What they don't have is a vast array of results. They don't have tangible things that have been changed leading to us quite clearly being better off. With the Bishop announcement it would appear that message and the lack of traction is finally hitting home, and they have sat around the Cabinet table and worked out they have about a year left to put some major runs on the board so that election time is about delivery and not more promises. The country basically is too small for this many councils and committees. A lot of decisions have major national economic implications and as such, central Government has, or should have, a say. They will hate it of course. They will gnash and wail and moan about local democracy. But guess what? Big picture economic success is more important. The big picture, generally, is more important. The national story is more important. Christchurch learned this last week over their intensification scrap, which lasted years and cost them millions, that this Government is serious and on a central vs local head-to-head, only one side is coming out on top. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We catch up with the new chief executive of Young Farmers on his first day on the tools, ahead of the Grand Final in Invercargill on July 3-5.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The 2024 FMG Young Farmer of the Year discusses how winning the title has changed his life and advises those in the grand final coming up in early July in Invercargill.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Southern Steel are looking to redeem themselves after last week's ANZ Premiership fixture. They were defeated by the Pulse, falling 45-70 in Invercargill. Assistant Coach Liana Leota joined D'Arcy Waldegrave to preview the clash. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the show today we talked about who's getting King's Birthday Honours, bulls walking through Invercargill, and how Manaia didn't seem to appreciate his Butter Bell that Jerry got him. Plus ACC Head G Lane joins us to add clarity to the Super Rugby playoffs. Or he tries anyway...See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Recorded in front of a live audience – this week, we dive deep into State of Origin with league legends Monty Betham and Danny Buderus. We’re joined again by All Black legend and Auckland FC CEO Ali Williams, as well as All Black and Highlander Ethan de Groot. We share our State of Origin predictions with insider expertise from Danny Buderus, as well as covering some of the best yarns from his historic career - we discuss the Warriors' season, why we love Invercargill, and much more. Important note: This episode was recorded before the tragic death of 19-year-old Ryan Satterthwaite, who passed away in Palmerston North this week. We want to send our deepest condolences to Ryan’s whānau, friends, and the wider Palmerston North community. Our thoughts are with you all during this incredibly difficult time. About The Show: Ric Salizzo, Marc Ellis and Leigh Hart catch up to (uniquely) discuss sporting issues of the day, create havoc, welcome in special guests; and find time to look back with insight, and lay blame for moments from the popular Sports Cafe TV show. Follow: Ric Salizzo Marc Ellis LeighHart Sportscafe iHeartRadio NZ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nationwide tours are usually the preserve of musicians, comedians, entertainers, maybe the odd politician. But much less common - people aiming to disrupt the funeral industry But Fergus Wheeler hasn't let that put him off... For the next couple of weeks he's taking his "death without debt" tour nation-wide, hitting spots from Whangarei to Invercargill.

More questions have been raised after a twist in the disappearance of John and Mike Beckenridge in 2015. The pair disappeared after John Beckenridge broke a court order and took his 11-year-old stepson from his Invercargill school. A coronal hearing into the case adjourned in 2023 - but has resumed with five new witnesses. A friend allegedly told people they'd assisted them, and that they're alive. Senior NZ Herald crime reporter, Anna Leask, says police were made aware of the story mid-last year. "I think that's one of the big questions that will be asked - why did it come out when it did?" LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Times have been tough for communities all around the motu, but our next story is one of resilience, initiative and hope. A former chapel and Save Mart on Grace Street in south Invercargill is set to become a much-needed community hub. Fundraising still has a wee way to go, but they've got a great start via a mysterious but sizable anonymous donation.

Department of Conservation rangers working in the Waimatuku Stream near Invercargill have discovered it's teeming with a threatened species of fish. Department of Conservation River Ranger Pat Hoffman spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.

Phil Moeke is the manager of Te Kōhaka o Tāne, a commercial nursery in Invercargill that has grown over 800,000 native trees and plants since it opened in 2022. You can find photos and read more about this episode on our webpage, here.With thanks to:Phil Moeke, Te Tapu o TāneGo to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

This week on Country Life the team take a walk on the wild side with a herd of water buffalo in Clevedon, check out a botanical growing trial in Taranaki and visit an Invercargill native nursery. You can find photos and read more about the stories in this episode on our webpage, here.In this episode:0:40 - Rural News Wrap7:18 - Eco-sourced plants flying out the door at Rūnaka-owned native nursery20:12 - On farm with organic dairy farmer Janet Fleming, Taranaki30:08 - Clevedon - where the water buffalo roamWith thanks to guests:Phil Moeke, Te Tapu o TāneJanet FlemingRichard and Helen Dorresteyn, Clevedon BuffaloMake sure you're following us on your favourite podcast app, so you don't miss new episodes every Friday evening.Like what you hear? Tell us! Leave us a review on your favourite podcast app or join the RNZ Podcasts Facebook group and join the convo.Send us your feedback or get in touch at country@rnz.co.nzGo to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

The voice behind the FMG Young Farmer of the Year Contest reviews the last of the regional finals held on Saturday (Otago Southland) and previews the seven grand finalists heading to Invercargill on July 3-5.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on Country Life the team catch up with a Wairarapa farming family that's added sheep dairy to their farming operation, and every day is a hoot for Gloria Harris, who runs a little owl and morepork rescue service near Invercargill. You can find photos and read more about the stories in this episode on our webpage, here.In this episode:0:37 - On the Farm 9:23 - Dean Martin from Glenlands Farm14:25 - Southland owl rescue centre29:00 - Fernglen Farm's sheep dairy additionWith thanks to guests:Dean Martin, from Glenlands FarmGloria HarrisJeff and Cameron Ravenwood, from Fernglen FarmMake sure you're following us on your favourite podcast app, so you don't miss new episodes every Friday evening.Like what you hear? Tell us! Leave us a review on your favourite podcast app or join the RNZ Podcasts Facebook group and join the convo.Send us your feedback or get in touch at country@rnz.co.nzGo to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

Today we got to chat to Jimmy Carr all the way from Sweden for our poddy intro. Jimmy is returning to NZ in 2026 for his Jimmy Carr: Laughs Funny tour. Jimmy Carr: Laughs Funny will kick off in Invercargill on Wednesday 7 January before finishing in Auckland on Wednesday 20 January. Tickets go on sale on Monday 7 April at 2pm from bohmpresents.com.

A British comedian who has previously mocked New Plymouth and called Central Hawke's Bay folk inbred is on his way back for more. Invercargill City Council manager of venues and events Jason Wade spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.

Pressure on the healthcare system has been adding a lot of stress to people's lives lately, but one bright spot is the opening of the Southern Charity Hospital in Invercargill. You may recall the story of Blair Vining, a Southland man with bowel cancer who made it his final mission to improve access to health services. His wife Melissa picked up the baton, and five years later, the hospital is open. It's offering colonoscopies to begin with, but the plan is to add other services including dentistry. The project was run entirely by volunteers, and one of those is local legend Karl Boniface, who managed all the plumbing on top of running his own business.

The national Pipe Band Championships get underway in Invercargill with 57 pipe bands from New Zealand and Australia competing. Royal New Zealand Pipe Bands' Association president Liam Kernaghan spoke to Corin Dann.

On today's episode, Health Minister Simeon Brown has come under criticism for ditching a bowel screening programme for Maori and Pasifika that started at age 50, a school lunch so hot it gave a Gisborne student 3rd degree burns has resulted in a widened food safety investigation into lunch provider Compass, the national Pipe Band Championships get underway in Invercargill with 57 pipe bands from New Zealand and Australia competing, we have our weekly Political Panel and we cross the Tasman to get the latest from Kerry-Anne Walsh.

The Warriors' high-profile clash in Vegas wouldn't have been possible without the support of one of their biggest sponsors. One NZ CEO Jason Paris flew in to catch the action from Invercargill. He joined Piney to discuss the action. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Southern Charity Hospital is open and an important volunteer has stepped in to help, there is tension between Invercargill City Council staff and Invercargill's Mayor, and the New Zealand Track Cycling Championships is experiencing some star power. Logan Savory is the Southland Tribune editor, based in Invercargill.

Some of the best bits from today’s show: Does Invercargill still exist? Sean pulls an Ed Sheeran and busks around the office. We make our predictions for 2025. Do you use your phone on the toilet? And why does Producer Arun FaceTime his GF on the toilet? Sean was so close to getting a 5 Star Fact! Harrison brings a new song to “Tap That.” We write Valentines poems for you. Greenfield Lane returns with 100 new characters. Steph’s label maker addiction has gone too far. Love ya! Sean, Steph, Harrison, Producer Arun & Intern Lily x Follow us on insta @Edgeafternoons

There's still hope the Crusaders can turn their luck around for the next Super Rugby season. The Highlanders have already beaten out the Crusaders 29-24 in the Super Rugby preseason game in Invercargill earlier in the week. Crusaders head coach Rob Penney joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Two former Young Farmers of the Year discuss the pathway to July’s grand final in Invercargill, starting tomorrow with the northern regional final at the Helensville A&P Showgrounds.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A murder investigation was launched into the death of 60-year-old Invercargill woman Karen Gaylene White last month. Police returned to the murder scene this week, examining it with scientists from ESR. Reporter Tess Brunton spoke to Lisa Owen. 

The tools were taken from a workshop at the Invercargill's Southern Institute of Technology. Students discovered the sheds had been broken into and their gear cleaned out when they arrived on campus on Monday. They are thousands of dollars out of pocket, but they are also on deadline to deliver their carpentry project without their tools. Leigh Buchanan spoke to Lisa Owen.

PGG Wrightson's National Deer and Velvet Manager previews the National Velvet and Hard Antler Awards in Invercargill on Saturday night. Plus we talk about the current soft market for velvet, and the solid returns for venison. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

ACT MP Simon Court has recently introduced a members bill looking to scrap ‘alcohol licensing trust monopolies' which remain in Gore, Invercargill and West Auckland.  This would change the system in these areas in which the licensing trusts decide where alcohol can be sold, resulting in no alcohol at supermarkets and very few bars. The bill has received a lot of response, with trusts in the South calling it an ‘Auckland-centric' view and undemocratic.  For their weekly catch-up Producer Evie spoke to Court about the bill and the responses to it.  They also talk about Mike King and the government funding for his mental health initiative ‘Gumboot friday', following controversial comments made by King.  In a Newstalk ZB interview last week King claimed that ‘alcohol wasn't a problem for people with mental health issues' instead that it was a ‘solution to these issues.'  Now the Labour party is calling for the government to suspend funding for the $24 million gumboot friday initiative.  And finally they talk about Police being pulled back from mental health callouts, which began at the start of this month. The move has left health workers worried about their safety and how to deal with violence in the workplace. 

An Otago man has become the first in New Zealand to be sentenced for manufacturing firearms after using a 3D printer to make six weapons.

Invercargill councillors are biting the bullet and backing their new museum despite a multi-million dollar budget blowout. Tess Brunton has more.

Air New Zealand announced it's ditching direct flights from Invercargill to Wellington from January next year. It's also swapping out larger jets for much smaller twin engine turboprop planes on some Queenstown and Dunedin flights; meaning there's a hundred fewer seats on a flight. Barrier Air swooped on the Kaitaia Auckland route when the national carrier ditched it about a decade ago and in August, the regional airline also started flying Kerkikeri to Auckland return, in direct competition with Air New Zealand. Barrier Air chief executive Grant Bacon spoke to Lisa Owen.

Southland Tribune editor Logan Savory talks about the disappointment in the region over Air New Zealand ending its Invercargill to Wellington direct flights.

The Silver Ferns restored some pride and avoided a series sweep in the Taini Jamison Trophy netball series with a 61-56 over England in last night's third and final test in Invercargill. Sports reporter Bridget Tunnicliffe spoke to Corin Dann.

On today's episode, the Defence Minister says she wants to know why the Navy's dedicated seabed mapping ship the HMNZS Manawanui, hit a reef and sank off Samoa's main island Upolu, the government has lifted the lid on the 149 proposals selected for its Fast-Track Approvals Bill, some South Dunedin homeowners are calling for the council to buy the houses that keep getting damaged by "one in a 100 year" floods, Israeli air strikes have blasted Beirut overnight, and the Silver Ferns restored some pride and avoided a series sweep in the Taini Jamison Trophy netball series with a 61-56 over England in last night's third and final test in Invercargill.

The national carrier has anounced more trims to regional flights and capacity; including swapping out larger jets for much smaller twin engine turboprop planes on some Queenstown and Dunedin flights; meaning there's a hundred fewer seats on a flight. In some cases, morning departure times will be later and return flights earlier in the afternoon, compressing any day trips. Earlier this week, Air New Zealand announced it's ditching direct flights from Invercargill to Wellington from January next year, Queenstown Lakes District mayor Glyn Lewers spoke to Lisa Owen.

Olly returns for a bumper pod of mayhem and laughter, as Mel tries to keep him on script. We hear of Mels travels to Pirrama and Mount Annan parkruns as we farewell Streaky September. There are roving reports from Sonsbeek in The Netherlands, Sarah in Invercargill and the Warwicks catch up with Ryan as he farwells Tasmania. Happy International parkrun day!!  

Art and Deb Brammer join host Steve Anderson for a conversation this week about their 26 year ministry in New Zealand. In an increasingly secular land, once proclaiming itself to be a christian nation, Art & Deb recently graduated a church plant and saw a member of their own flock raised up to pastor the church in Invercargill. Their insight on relational evangelism, long-term ministry endeavoring, and ministry in secularized western nations will be a challenge and encouragement to you. 

Changes include swapping out larger jets for much smaller twin- engine turboprop planes on some Queenstown and Dunedin flights; this means more than a hundred fewer seats on a flight. In some cases, morning departure times will be later and return flights earlier in the afternoon, compressing any day trips. The Christchurch to New Plymouth route's being reduced by three flights a week. On Monday, Air New Zealand confirmed its ditching direct flights from Invercargill to Wellington from January next year, prompting allegations the national carrier is prioritising profits over its social responsiblity to serve the regions, Air New Zealand's general manager domestic Scott Carr spoke to Lisa Owen.

A community leader said Air New Zealand's putting profit ahead of its social responsibility to service the regions after the national carrier confirmed it's canning direct flights from Invercargill to Wellington from January next year. This means people travelling from the deep south will have to go through Christchurch. Air New Zealand said tough economic times means domestic demand's softened particularly in the regions. The Invercargill Licensing Trust run 23 different establishments and is expecting to host thousands of visitors to Invercargill next year it's CEO Chris Ramsay spoke to Lisa Owen.

Ohai township looks to lose stunning mountain views, and Che outlines the David versus Goliath battle going on deep in rural Southland.