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12-06-2025
- General
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Celebrating Local Impact: Volunteer Week Expo Coming To Invercargill
Press Release – Southland Regional Development Agency Held in support of National Volunteer Week – Te Wiki Tao -Motu, the free event will showcase community-focused organisations that rely on volunteers to deliver vital services across the region. Southlanders are being invited to discover the power of volunteering and connect with local organisations making a real difference at the Volunteer Week Expo, taking place on Saturday 21 June at Invercargill Central Mall. Held in support of National Volunteer Week – Te Wiki Tūao ā-Motu, the free event will showcase community-focused organisations that rely on volunteers to deliver vital services across the region. From emergency services and environmental groups to social support and arts organisations, the expo is a chance for locals to explore how they can get involved – whether they have an hour a month or a day a week to give. Great South General Manager Tourism and Events Mark Frood said the event was about celebrating the impact volunteers had in our community and showing people how easy it is to take that first step into volunteering. 'There are so many ways to make a difference, and this expo gives people a chance to talk directly with the organisations doing the mahi – no pressure, just friendly conversations about how you might be able to help,' he said. Great South is delivering the expo as part of the region's contribution to National Volunteer Week – Te Wiki Tūao ā-Motu, using the national campaign's branding and messaging to amplify local efforts and celebrate the power of volunteering across Southland. The expo will run from 10am to 3pm on Saturday 21 June on the Ground Floor of Invercargill Central Mall. No registration is needed, and everyone is welcome. 'Whether you're new to the area, have recently retired, or just want to give back in a way that suits your lifestyle – there's a place for everyone in Southland's volunteer network,' Frood said.
Scoop
13-05-2025
- Business
- Scoop
Murihiku Southland Regional Housing Forum Set For June
Press Release – Southland Regional Development Agency Great South General Manager Regional Strategy, Bobbi Brown, said the forum was a valuable opportunity for the region to collaborate and think differently about how housing can meet Southlands current and future needs. Great South, in partnership with Waihōpai Rūnaka and Southland's councils, will host the Murihiku Southland Regional Housing Forum on 12 June 2025 at Murihiku Marae. The event is entitled 'Thinking Differently Together' and will bring together a wide range of stakeholders – including developers, planners, businesses, iwi and community leaders – to explore practical, innovative solutions to the region's housing challenges and opportunities. Great South General Manager Regional Strategy, Bobbi Brown, said the forum was a valuable opportunity for the region to collaborate and think differently about how housing can meet Southland's current and future needs. 'Southland has always been known for its can-do attitude and its ability to find practical solutions,' she said. 'This is not just a talkfest – this is about action, learning from others and making progress together.' The forum will focus on three key themes: broadening housing options beyond the traditional quarter acre dream, aligning spatial planning and regulation to enable housing growth, and recognising housing as a critical economic enabler for Southland. During the forum, Waihōpai Rūnaka will also unveil new papakāika (housing) at Murihiku Marae. Waihōpai Rūnaka Kaiwhakahaere Cyril Gilroy said the opening of eight new papakāika and kaumātua whare (houses), which have been purpose-built for whānau, would be a proud moment. 'This is an exciting milestone for Waihōpai, as we support our kaumātua with warm, solar-powered housing on the marae grounds. We look forward to having our kaumātua close by, ensuring they receive the support they need, while our wider whānau benefits from their invaluable mātauranga (knowledge) and skills.' Brown said housing played a critical role in supporting Murihiku Southland's regional development goals. It is one of our key enablers and supports population growth, business recruitment and community wellbeing. 'We want to highlight the great work already underway, share ideas and approaches from other parts of New Zealand and beyond, and foster new partnerships that can help us deliver the diverse housing options Southlanders need,' she said. The forum will feature case studies from local and national projects, expert presentations on regulatory and spatial planning changes, and will include the launch of the new Build Southland housing website. The event is free to attend, and all those interested in housing, development and Southland's future are encouraged to register via Great South's website. Event details: Murihiku Southland Regional Housing Forum Southland Regional Development Agency 143 Spey Street, PO Box 1306, Invercargill, Southland, New Zealand Phone +64 3 211 1400 Email info@ Date: Thursday 12 June 2025 Time: 9.00am till 5.00pm Location: Murihiku Marae, Invercargill To register for the forum please complete the following form:
Scoop
12-05-2025
- Business
- Scoop
Murihiku Southland Regional Housing Forum Set For June
Press Release – Southland Regional Development Agency Great South General Manager Regional Strategy, Bobbi Brown, said the forum was a valuable opportunity for the region to collaborate and think differently about how housing can meet Southlands current and future needs. Great South, in partnership with Waihōpai Rūnaka and Southland's councils, will host the Murihiku Southland Regional Housing Forum on 12 June 2025 at Murihiku Marae. The event is entitled 'Thinking Differently Together' and will bring together a wide range of stakeholders – including developers, planners, businesses, iwi and community leaders – to explore practical, innovative solutions to the region's housing challenges and opportunities. Great South General Manager Regional Strategy, Bobbi Brown, said the forum was a valuable opportunity for the region to collaborate and think differently about how housing can meet Southland's current and future needs. 'Southland has always been known for its can-do attitude and its ability to find practical solutions,' she said. 'This is not just a talkfest – this is about action, learning from others and making progress together.' The forum will focus on three key themes: broadening housing options beyond the traditional quarter acre dream, aligning spatial planning and regulation to enable housing growth, and recognising housing as a critical economic enabler for Southland. During the forum, Waihōpai Rūnaka will also unveil new papakāika (housing) at Murihiku Marae. Waihōpai Rūnaka Kaiwhakahaere Cyril Gilroy said the opening of eight new papakāika and kaumātua whare (houses), which have been purpose-built for whānau, would be a proud moment. 'This is an exciting milestone for Waihōpai, as we support our kaumātua with warm, solar-powered housing on the marae grounds. We look forward to having our kaumātua close by, ensuring they receive the support they need, while our wider whānau benefits from their invaluable mātauranga (knowledge) and skills.' Brown said housing played a critical role in supporting Murihiku Southland's regional development goals. It is one of our key enablers and supports population growth, business recruitment and community wellbeing. 'We want to highlight the great work already underway, share ideas and approaches from other parts of New Zealand and beyond, and foster new partnerships that can help us deliver the diverse housing options Southlanders need,' she said. The forum will feature case studies from local and national projects, expert presentations on regulatory and spatial planning changes, and will include the launch of the new Build Southland housing website. The event is free to attend, and all those interested in housing, development and Southland's future are encouraged to register via Great South's website. Event details: Murihiku Southland Regional Housing Forum Southland Regional Development Agency 143 Spey Street, PO Box 1306, Invercargill, Southland, New Zealand Phone +64 3 211 1400 Email info@ Date: Thursday 12 June 2025 Time: 9.00am till 5.00pm Location: Murihiku Marae, Invercargill To register for the forum please complete the following form:
Scoop
12-05-2025
- Business
- Scoop
Murihiku Southland Regional Housing Forum Set For June
Great South, in partnership with Waihōpai Rūnaka and Southland's councils, will host the Murihiku Southland Regional Housing Forum on 12 June 2025 at Murihiku Marae. The event is entitled 'Thinking Differently Together' and will bring together a wide range of stakeholders - including developers, planners, businesses, iwi and community leaders - to explore practical, innovative solutions to the region's housing challenges and opportunities. Great South General Manager Regional Strategy, Bobbi Brown, said the forum was a valuable opportunity for the region to collaborate and think differently about how housing can meet Southland's current and future needs. "Southland has always been known for its can-do attitude and its ability to find practical solutions," she said. "This is not just a talkfest - this is about action, learning from others and making progress together.' The forum will focus on three key themes: broadening housing options beyond the traditional quarter acre dream, aligning spatial planning and regulation to enable housing growth, and recognising housing as a critical economic enabler for Southland. During the forum, Waihōpai Rūnaka will also unveil new papakāika (housing) at Murihiku Marae. Waihōpai Rūnaka Kaiwhakahaere Cyril Gilroy said the opening of eight new papakāika and kaumātua whare (houses), which have been purpose-built for whānau, would be a proud moment. 'This is an exciting milestone for Waihōpai, as we support our kaumātua with warm, solar-powered housing on the marae grounds. We look forward to having our kaumātua close by, ensuring they receive the support they need, while our wider whānau benefits from their invaluable mātauranga (knowledge) and skills.' Brown said housing played a critical role in supporting Murihiku Southland's regional development goals. It is one of our key enablers and supports population growth, business recruitment and community wellbeing. "We want to highlight the great work already underway, share ideas and approaches from other parts of New Zealand and beyond, and foster new partnerships that can help us deliver the diverse housing options Southlanders need," she said. The forum will feature case studies from local and national projects, expert presentations on regulatory and spatial planning changes, and will include the launch of the new Build Southland housing website. The event is free to attend, and all those interested in housing, development and Southland's future are encouraged to register via Great South's website. Event details: Murihiku Southland Regional Housing Forum Southland Regional Development Agency 143 Spey Street, PO Box 1306, Invercargill, Southland, New Zealand Phone +64 3 211 1400 Email info@ Date: Thursday 12 June 2025 Time: 9.00am till 5.00pm Location: Murihiku Marae, Invercargill To register for the forum please complete the following form:
