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Welcome to our page dedicated to keeping you up to date with what's going on in and around south Invercargill through South Alive.

The South Alive project is a community led development initiative, established in 2012, working to rejuvenate and build pride in South Invercargill. We’ve set up this page to keep you in touch with what we’ll be doing in and around south Invercargill to rebuild and rejuvenate our part of paradise. Our goal is to see south Invercargill and its residents aim higher, reach further, and identify ways of making real, lasting improvements for all. We want a strong, inclusive, co-operative community that can work together and embrace everything that's positive about our people and environs. Our potential is huge and with your help and support we're committed to bringing out the best of south Invercargill. We’re mainly comprised of a large and passionate team of local people who have volunteered their time and expertise to help create a community focused on building relationships, improving facilities and coming up with strategies to create a better place both now and for future generations. The group is continually growing as more and more people are getting on board, pledging support and doing their bit to help out. Currently, 40% of Invercargill’s population live within our boundaries. That means we are not only responsible for building a reputation for and improving the appearance of a large chunk of our city, we are also a voice of 20,000. So we’d love to hear from you and get your thoughts on what we can do to make south Invercargill everything it can be. From here on you’ll see and hear more about us as we set about the task at hand. ‘Like’ this page if you want to keep up to date with our progress, are a former resident or even if you just feel some affinity with the south. We don’t mind if you don’t live here as we hope our successes will help build a stronger city and region, and we'd like to think this is a programme everyone will get behind and support. We are always looking for people wanting to pitch in and help out and we know there are loads of great ideas out there just waiting to be heard. We’ve got a great platform to work from as there are already so many positive aspects and opportunities down here we can take advantage of and build upon. So let’s get stuck in and help bring the South Alive!

03/11/2026

Got an idea for a rangatahi initiative but need a space to make it happen?

We may be able to help! South Alive has funding available to support FREE venue hire for rangatahi (youth) activities and initiatives.

Whether you're starting a dance group, running a volunteer programme, organising workshops, hosting youth meetups or have another exciting idea, we'd love to hear from you!

If you have an idea that brings rangatahi together, get in touch and apply for free venue hire.

📧 Email [email protected] to submit an application or find out more.

Subject to venue availability and the type of activity.

Let's make great things happen for our rangatahi! 💛

03/11/2026

🌱 Adopt a Garden – 3 Gardens Available! 🌱

Are you looking for a way to get involved in your local community, bring people together, or make a positive difference in your neighbourhood?

We have 3 gardens available to adopt and we'd love to welcome new individuals, families, groups or local businesses to our Community Garden Team!

Adopting a garden or joining the team is a great opportunity to:

🌿 Learn new gardening skills and share knowledge
🌱 Get outdoors, enjoy fresh air and connect with nature
🌻 Grow your own fruit and vegetables
🤝 Build friendships and strengthen community connections
💚 Bring people together through shared projects and working bees
🌼 Create something positive that the whole community can enjoy!

Whether you're an experienced gardener, just starting out, a workplace looking for a team activity, or a group wanting to give back, there's a place for you.

Don't know much about gardening? No worries! Our friendly team is here to help you get started.

📩 Interested in adopting a garden or joining the Community Garden Team? Get in touch to find out more!
[email protected]
03 218 6882

01/11/2026

🎨✨ Something exciting is coming to Pāteke Walk on Centre Street, South Invercargill.

We are so excited to welcome Meg Cloete of Skoodles Illustration to South Invercargill this December!

You will have the opportunity to come along, meet the artist, and watch the artwork take shape. Keep an eye out for event dates, which will be announced in late November ahead of the installation beginning in early December 2026.

💛 A creative collaboration between Skoodles Illustration, South Alive Invercargill, Healthy Families Invercargill, Active Southland,

29/10/2026

🌱 LET’S GET TOGETHER FOR A WORKING BEE! 🌱

Join us this Saturday for a working bee at the South Alive Orchard! 🍎🌳

📅 Saturday 31st October
⏰ 11am–12pm
📍 Dunbeath Cres Playground

Come along, lend a hand, and help us keep our community orchard looking great! Every little bit of help makes a difference, and it’s a great opportunity to get involved in your local community.

Have a wheelbarrow, shovel or rake? Bring them along if you can!

We’d love to see you there!

26/10/2026

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24/10/2026

A massive thank you to all the amazing volunteers who came along and put in some hard mahi today in the community garden 💚

We got stuck into weeding the gardens, adding fertiliser, and planting lots of veggies for the community and The Pod Cafe

It was a real team effort, and we appreciate everyone who gave up their time to help!

🌿 Want to get involved?
We have a few garden plots available for adoption! If you, someone you know, or your organisation/group would like to adopt a plot and be part of our community garden, we would love to hear from you.

📧 Get in touch with South Alive at [email protected]

23/10/2026

🌱🌻 Community Garden Working Bee – Come Join Us! 🌻🌱

Spring is here, the days are getting longer, and it's time to bring our Community Garden back to life!

We're inviting everyone in the community to join us for a Community Garden Working Bee. Whether you're an experienced gardener or simply keen to get outdoors, meet new people, and lend a hand, we'd love to have you involved.

Together we'll be weeding, planting, tidying, planning, and helping create a thriving community space that everyone can enjoy and be proud of.

📅 Saturday 24 October 2026
⏰ 10:00am
📍 South Alive Community Garden, 262 Ness Street

Please bring along gloves (if you have them), a hat, and plenty of enthusiasm!

This is also a great opportunity to become part of our Community Garden Team. We're looking to rejuvenate the group and welcome new volunteers. Whether you can help regularly or just from time to time, your support would make a real difference.

🌱 Bring a friend, bring the family, and help us grow something special for our community.

We look forward to seeing you there! 💚

20/10/2026

Our October newsletter - Community in Full Bloom, Heritage, Youth, Creativity & Connection is hot off the press!

Read here: https://mailchi.mp/95c208b1dea5/south-alive-14191521

Address

262 Ness Street
Invercargill
9812

Opening Hours

Monday	10am - 2pm
Tuesday	10am - 2pm
Wednesday	10am - 2pm
Thursday	10am - 2pm
Friday	10am - 2pm

Telephone

032186882

Website

http://www.southalive.org.nz/

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