Latest from South Island

Kaiapoi young parents’ college enrolment surges with 17 new students

The college offers van pick-ups and lunch for pregnant and breastfeeding mums.

Opinion: Has NZ reached peak tattoo?

Celebrity Pete Davidson revealed tattoo-free skin, but does it speak to a wider shift?

Society Insider: Beauden Barrett’s new side hustle; inside billionaire’s 40th bash

Plus, Thomasin McKenzie debuts boyfriend and Kiwi fashion designer with royal connection.

Nicola Willis had ferry paper ready to take to Cabinet before the power shifted

It never made it to the table as scheduled due to 'ongoing discussions with ministers'.

‘Most fundamental’ change: LGNZ urges end to postal voting

Local leaders want postal voting replaced with voting booths for future elections.

Hundreds sign petition to keep busy stretch of highway 80km/h

Mayor is urging NZTA for safety improvements on the highway stretch.

Why $155m Whānau Ora shake-up has left many in shock

New agencies will replace them in July, two in the North Island.

Revenge, violence and throwing faeces: Inside Scott Watson’s freedom bid

The double murderer appeared before the Parole Board yesterday for the sixth time.

‘My father sexually abused me 830 times over four years’: Child sex abuse survivors share ordeal

Sisters sexually abused by their father have shared their story in Herald podcast.

7 tips for a two-week campervan trip in the South Island

From packing hacks to menu suggestions, ensure your road trip is flawless.

Nicola Willis wants to change procurement rules to help NZ companies

The Government wants to make it easier for Kiwi companies to bid for contracts.

‘You just end up hating’: Homeowners fume over road crossing issues

Marlene Person said she watched a glass of water vibrating on the table.

‘Closely monitoring’: How is New Zealand responding to the threat of knife crime?

Last year saw 1639 incidents involving stabbing or cutting weapons.

Scott Watson’s bid for freedom: Parole Board to see notorious double murderer again today

Notorious double murderer Scott Watson to appear before the Parole Board today.

Christchurch homicide victim understood to be son of murdered gang member

Despite urgent treatment, the 39-year-old died at the scene.

Why there’s never been so much Canterbury on screen

More and more local productions are heading south. What's behind the boom?

How a community mourns: The legacy of a youth worker lost in tragedy

Colleagues performed an emotional haka and sang waiata for Sam Matue’s whānau.

Ports ‘reluctant’ to work with KiwiRail after mega-ferry fallout

It was hoped a new company would provide a pathway for a trusted approach to negotiations.