Nightly news bulletin from Tuesday, 29 August, 2023.

Top stories: Christchurch's Cathedral Square is getting an upgrade, closing in on revitalising the space to draw more people to the area; Dunedin radio station manager Sean Norling is hanging up his headphones, after showcasing local music for over 2 decades; and Queenstown airport is shining in rainbow colours, adding a touch of glamour to this year's Pride celebrations.

The South Today features stories from Dunedin, Christchurch, Otago, Southland, and other regions across the South Island. The team covers local people, local issues and puts a local spin on national news.