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Reg Kydd of Arbroath, who celebrated his 100th birthday in December, has died. He served in the Home Guard during the Second World War.

A park in Te Anau looks set to finally be named.

A delayed unveiling and possible relocation of a memorial for a former long-serving Southland District mayor is disrespectful, the current mayor says.

Southland District mayor Gary Tong said given the reserve had never been named, members of the community board followed the correct process and had the right intentions for the community. “It has since come to light some feel the reserve should not have been named, so we want to ensure everyone has the chance to have a say. We will also be talking with the runanga to find out their views and recommendations.” The official opening of a memorial in the reserve for Cardno, who lived in Te A...