Latest from Invercargill

Eleven homes damaged by overnight tornado as the south braces for snow dumps
Icy temperatures and inland snow are forecast for holiday spots on Sunday.

'Struggle' - TV series producers on problems filming around Queenstown
Brad Pitt just visited but film-makers tell how hard it is to make shows in Queenstown.

Ending healthcare’s postcode lottery remains a distant dream - Isaac Davison
A new report shows why patients are waiting longer for hip, knee and joint surgeries.

'Slap in the face': Fishers fined over black market seafood
None of the fishers held permits allowing them to sell fish.

Why top Auckland schools are tightening enrolment rules
Enrolments surged due to increased immigration and local relocations.

Principals seek support after 80% spike in students disciplined for weapons
Figures show 526 students faced discipline for weapons last year.

Brief winter respite to be swept away by heavy rain, severe gales
Heavy rain watches are being issued.

'Over the moon': Taplin's first win with father watching
Jack Taplin rode his first winner aboard Pacifico at Tauranga on Saturday.

Lost their way: Auckland Grammar fall to Sacred Heart in tough contest
Christchurch Boys' High won a thrilling match against St Thomas 61-40.

'Harmful': Co-ed schools urge NZ Rugby to block exclusive boys’ first XV comp
Forty-three South Island co-ed principals have asked the national body to intervene.

42 South Island schools join fight against exclusive rugby competition
Fight against stand-alone competition may reach Human Rights Commission.

Opinion: How Crusaders and Chiefs unearthed great talent from other regions
Both clubs blend local talent with key recruits for long-term success.

'Shambles': Coroner slams police probe, calls for fresh inquiry into Gore 3yo’s death
The coroner blasted police for their initial investigation into Lachie Jones' death.

Police seize arsenal of almost 500 firearms from Gore property
Only six of the firearms were registered in the man’s name.

Lachie Jones: Coroner to deliver findings six years on from toddler's death
The coroner's findings are to be released in Invercargill today.

American Me eyes comeback win in $20,000 Alexandra Park race
American Me hasn't won since May 2022 but is favoured at Alexandra Park.

Thinking of retiring? Nearly one in two Kiwis still working when they turn 65
Data shows we're joining the workforce earlier and continuing to work later in life.

First XV wrap: Scoreboard drama as Sacred Heart clinch last-gasp victory
Palmerston North edged Hamilton 21-19, their first win since 2011.

Wellington leads in income, South Island shines in low unemployment
Wellington now ranks high in housing affordability due to falling prices.

Boy racers targeted in small town NZ: Cops 'surprised' 33% of cars stopped were not roadworthy
Only 8 of the 161 vehicles police pulled over had zero faults.