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October Newsletter

October 1st 2026To say that it's been a hard winter and spring would be an understatement. It’s been the wettest winter in 45 years and feedback from farmers is that it’s been extremely challenging. It’s beenRead more

September Newsletter

September 1st 2026With calving in full swing, lambing upon us and spring just around the corner the key focus across the region has been setting up for a good season ahead. With weather challenges always on theRead more

August Newsletter

July 31st 2026Wow it’s been another massive month of activity with grazing tours, Groups swapping notes and lots of learning going on out there among our region’s many Catchment Groups. Big congratulations toRead more

July Newsletter

July 1st 2026After a massive month of events and happenings, July is a good time to take stock and make sure all the winter planning is on track. We’ve been fortunate with a fantastic autumn in the south, butRead more

June Newsletter

May 29th 2026One of the big highlights in May – actually, for the whole year, was the Everything To Gain – Paddocks to Market event held at Ascot Park Hotel in Invercargill. Trade relationships, the need forRead more

May Newsletter

May 1st 2026As the year speeds by and we watch, with a grimace, diesel and petrol prices soar, it’s a good time to take stock of how things are in Southland. And Thriving Southland has the perfect opportunityRead more

April Newsletter

April 2nd 2026It’s been a pretty decent start to autumn (fingers crossed) as we get some of the sun we were deprived of over summer. With Easter approaching, it’s a great chance to reflect on what’s been aRead more

March Newsletter

February 27th 2026It’s been a big February with the Southern Field Days at Waimumu a highlight. They only roll around every two years and have a real expo-type feel with lots of amazing, innovative people showcasingRead more

February 2026 Newsletter

January 29th 2026Reflecting back on 2025, it was both a rewarding and challenging year and Southland’s Catchment Groups have continued to grow in number, develop and action multiple projects across the region. On tRead more

A Festive Finish to a Fantastic Year

December 18th 2025A message from Richard Kyte, Project Lead. As we head towards the end of another year, it’s been fantastic to see Southland communities once again embrace the spirit of our Christmas Competition. WRead more

December 2025 Thriving Southland Newsletter

December 1st 2025As the year prepares to disappear into the rear-view mirror, we’re gearing up for a big December for Catchment Groups in Southland. Firstly, we hope everyone is recovering after the the storm inRead more

November 2025 Thriving Southland Newsletter

October 31st 2025It’s been a really tough couple of weeks, with the wild weather and state of emergency in Southland. If there is ever a time to feel proud of where we live, it’s now. Seeing the community comeRead more

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