Southland District Council

Welcome to Southland District Council

Southland District is home to some of New Zealand's most spectacular scenery, from the grandeur of Fiordland National Park to the rugged beauty of Stewart Island. Council manages more than 30,979 square kilometres of land, with a resident population of 28,440 (Census 2006). This website will help you find out about Council and the services it provides to the Southland community.

    Erik Barnes new Group Manager

    Thursday, 2 September 2010

    Southland District Council has a new Group Manager Services and Assets...Read more.

    Court case highlights need for vigilance and responsibility

    Friday, 27 August 2010

    A recent court case in Invercargill has highlighted the importance of being vigilant and responsible when lighting fires, Southern Rural Fire Authority principal rural fire officer Mike Grant said...Read more.

    CEO's contract renewed

    Friday, 27 August 2010

    Southland District Council chief executive David Adamson has kept his job for another five years...Read more.

    Warning for dog owners

    Friday, 27 August 2010

    Dog owners are being advised to ensure their dogs do not wander during lambing and calving season, Southland District Council compliance officer Paul Bell says...Read more.

    Council backs retention of services

    Friday, 27 August 2010

    Southland District Council on Wednesday affirmed its unanimous support for the retention of neurosurgery services at Dunedin Hospital...Read more.

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