20 February 2023: SIT Orientation Week

Invercargill City Council held a stand at the SIT Orientation Week to invite students to leave comments about what do they want for their city. Information was also provided about Council’s upcoming 18-30 City Vibrancy Think Tank event held the same week as well as Council's public transports, funding opportunities and city map.

To the question “What do you want for your city?” 25 comments from students were left from participants aged 18 to 30 age years old. Here are below the main themes emerged from SIT students feedback:

- More activities for 18-25 and cultural events, such as concerts, cultural festivals, markets and night events.

- A more creative and diverse food and drink scene and a more vibrant night life.

- More diverse spaces, especially for LGBTQIA+ Community: Queer bar, cafe, etc.

- A more walkable and inviting city environment: More walkaways and street lights, efficient public transports and fixed road.

The full content of the comments and ideas can be found in the Documents section of this page.