South Alive

South Alive

A vibrant and diverse community that takes the lead in its own future.

A vibrant and diverse community that takes the lead
in its own future.

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Who We Are

South Alive is an urban rejuvenation project, led by the community, with the goal of identifying the best possible future for South Invercargill and ways to make it happen.

It was established in 2012 with a small steering group, which then held a public meeting in April 2012 to generate ideas and decide priorities. Action teams of volunteers formed around each of the priority areas, and have been working since then to develop and implement projects.

South Alive is an urban rejuvenation project, led by the community, with the goal of identifying the best possible future for South Invercargill and ways to make it happen.

It was established in 2012 with a small steering group, which then held a public meeting in April 2012 to generate ideas and decide priorities. Action teams of volunteers formed around each of the priority areas, and have been working since then to develop and implement projects.

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Our Events

October 2026

20oct10:00 AM1:00 PMKnitting Group in The Pod Cafe

21oct12:00 PM2:00 PMCuppa and Connection

27oct10:00 AM1:00 PMKnitting Group in The Pod Cafe

28oct11:30 AM1:30 PMChat with St John

28oct12:00 PM2:00 PMCuppa and Connection

November 2026

03nov10:00 AM1:00 PMKnitting Group in The Pod Cafe

04nov12:00 PM2:00 PMCuppa and Connection

09nov10:00 AM2:00 PMMend it Monday

09nov10:00 AM2:00 PMMend it Monday

10nov10:00 AM1:00 PMKnitting Group in The Pod Cafe

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49 minutes ago
South Alive Invercargill

📱💻 Need a Hand with Technology?

Struggling with your phone, tablet, laptop or other device? SeniorNet is here to help!

Join us at our Monthly Technology Help Clinic, where seniors can receive friendly, one-on-one assistance with their devices.

Whether you need help sending emails, using apps, changing settings or simply have a question, no problem is too big or too small!

Bring along your device and any questions you may have. We're here to make technology a little easier!

📅 When: 10:30am - every second Thursday of each Month
📍 Where: South Alive, 262 Ness Street, Appleby

We look forward to seeing you there!
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📱💻 Need a Hand with Technology?

Struggling with your phone, tablet, laptop or other device? SeniorNet is here to help!

Join us at our Monthly Technology Help Clinic, where seniors can receive friendly, one-on-one assistance with their devices.

Whether you need help sending emails, using apps, changing settings or simply have a question, no problem is too big or too small!

Bring along your device and any questions you may have. Were here to make technology a little easier!

📅 When: 10:30am - every second Thursday of each Month 
📍 Where: South Alive, 262 Ness Street, Appleby

We look forward to seeing you there!
4 days ago
South Alive Invercargill

💛 It's Mental Health Awareness Week! 💛

Mental health awareness week is all about connecting, and what better way to connect than through a little friendly competition! 🏓

Our South Alive and The Pod Cafe team headed down to take on the Healthy Families Invercargill team from Active Southland in a fun game of pickleball!

There were plenty of laughs, some questionable skills, and a whole lot of team spirit!

As for who won… well, let's just say we're all winners! 😉

Mental health is about more than just looking after ourselves. It's also about connecting with others, having fun, and making time for the people around us. 💛
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💛 Its Mental Health Awareness Week! 💛

Mental health awareness week is all about connecting, and what better way to connect than through a little friendly competition! 🏓

Our South Alive and The Pod Cafe team headed down to take on the Healthy Families Invercargill team from Active Southland in a fun game of pickleball!

There were plenty of laughs, some questionable skills, and a whole lot of team spirit!

As for who won… well, lets just say were all winners! 😉

Mental health is about more than just looking after ourselves. Its also about connecting with others, having fun, and making time for the people around us. 💛
5 days ago
South Alive Invercargill

✨ FREE Interview Skills Workshop! ✨

Got a job interview coming up, or want to feel more prepared for future opportunities? We've got you covered!

Join us for a FREE Interview Skills Workshop where you'll learn helpful tips and tricks to boost your confidence and make a great impression!

✅ Learn how to answer common interview questions
✅ Discover what employers are looking for
✅ Get tips on how to prepare for an interview
✅ Build your confidence and interview skills

📅 Date: Thursday 5 November
⏰ Time: 3:30-5:00pm
📍 Location: South Alive. 262 Ness Street, Appleby

No registration required.

Whether you're preparing for your first interview or just wanting to improve your skills, this workshop is for you!

Come along, learn something new, and take the next step towards landing that job! 🙌
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✨ FREE Interview Skills Workshop! ✨

Got a job interview coming up, or want to feel more prepared for future opportunities? Weve got you covered!

Join us for a FREE Interview Skills Workshop where youll learn helpful tips and tricks to boost your confidence and make a great impression!

✅ Learn how to answer common interview questions
✅ Discover what employers are looking for
✅ Get tips on how to prepare for an interview
✅ Build your confidence and interview skills

📅 Date: Thursday 5 November
⏰ Time: 3:30-5:00pm
📍 Location: South Alive. 262 Ness Street, Appleby

No registration required.

Whether youre preparing for your first interview or just wanting to improve your skills, this workshop is for you!

Come along, learn something new, and take the next step towards landing that job! 🙌
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The Pod

The Pod

The Pod is the heart of our community with two large community rooms,
community gardens and stage. New bookings welcome!

The Pod is the heart of our community with two large community rooms,
community gardens and stage. New bookings welcome!

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Our Supporters

Support from local organisations and businesses has been critically important in achieving our project goals, and we’re very grateful for the help we’ve received.

Support from local organisations and businesses has been critically important in achieving our project goals, and we’re very grateful for the help we’ve received.

Find out how to support us
Find out how to support us

Our Supporters

Support from local organisations and businesses has been critically important in achieving our project goals, and we’re very grateful for the help we’ve received.

Find out how to support us