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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Come on down to South Alive and The Pod Café and have a look at the perfect wee Christmas gifts that we have for sale 🎁
Event better, come down on 5 December for our Deck the Pod Community Christmas Party and enjoy the entertainment, kids area, food stalls, and a special visit from the big man himself 🎅 while getting your Christmas shopping done!
See you then! 🎄
📍133 Grace Street, Appleby
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Our Bountiful Backyard Workshops are happening this Saturday! 🌱
Ready to grow your gardening skills and have some family fun? Join us for a day of hands-on gardening workshops with the Riverton Environment Centre and South Alive!
🗓 Saturday 14 November 2026
📍 262 Ness Street, Appleby
💰 Gold Coin Donation
⏰ Spaces are limited - arrive early to secure your spot!
Workshop Schedule:
10:00am - 11:15am | Session 1
Adults: Seed Sowing & Plant Growing
11:30am - 12:45pm | Session 2
Adults: Quick & Easy Vegetable Garden
Children: Bucket Gardens
1:15pm - 2:30pm | Session 3
Adults: No Dig Garden
Children: Growing Microgreens
2:30pm - 3:45pm | Session 4
Family Workshop: Worm Farming
🪣 If you're joining the Bucket Garden or Microgreens workshop, please bring your own container or bucket (an old ice cream container works perfectly!).
👨👩👧👦 Children under 14 must be supervised by an adult.
Whether you're a beginner gardener or looking for new ideas for your backyard, there is something for everyone. Come along, learn new skills, meet like-minded people, and get inspired to grow your own food at home!
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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 info@southalive.org.nz 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! 💛
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🌱 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!
info@southalive.org.nz
03 218 6882
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🎨✨ 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,
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🌱 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!
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Come on down to South Alive and The Pod Café and have a look at the perfect wee Christmas gifts that we have for sale 🎁
Event better, come down on 5 December for our Deck the Pod Community Christmas Party and enjoy the entertainment, kids area, food stalls, and a special visit from the big man himself 🎅 while getting your Christmas shopping done!
See you then! 🎄
📍133 Grace Street, Appleby
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Our Bountiful Backyard Workshops are happening this Saturday! 🌱
Ready to grow your gardening skills and have some family fun? Join us for a day of hands-on gardening workshops with the Riverton Environment Centre and South Alive!
🗓 Saturday 14 November 2026
📍 262 Ness Street, Appleby
💰 Gold Coin Donation
⏰ Spaces are limited - arrive early to secure your spot!
Workshop Schedule:
10:00am - 11:15am | Session 1
Adults: Seed Sowing & Plant Growing
11:30am - 12:45pm | Session 2
Adults: Quick & Easy Vegetable Garden
Children: Bucket Gardens
1:15pm - 2:30pm | Session 3
Adults: No Dig Garden
Children: Growing Microgreens
2:30pm - 3:45pm | Session 4
Family Workshop: Worm Farming
🪣 If you're joining the Bucket Garden or Microgreens workshop, please bring your own container or bucket (an old ice cream container works perfectly!).
👨👩👧👦 Children under 14 must be supervised by an adult.
Whether you're a beginner gardener or looking for new ideas for your backyard, there is something for everyone. Come along, learn new skills, meet like-minded people, and get inspired to grow your own food at home!
0 CommentsComment on Facebook
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 info@southalive.org.nz 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! 💛
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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.