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We already compete, big banks tell inquiry
Five leading banks have told the Parliamentary inquiry into banking competition that rural banking is competitive and that agricultural loans have higher interest rates because of higher risks.

Northland recognised in National Geographic's Best of the World 2025
Northland makes it onto the list on the strength of its rare wildlife and "excellent diving".

University of the South Pacific strike: Staff unions continue to demand leadership change
The regional university's Fiji-based staff unions began their strike action on Friday last week and continue to protest as of Wednesday, with no signs of a resolution.

Yanfei Bao murder trial - defendant chooses not to appear
The third day of the trial has been adjourned to ensure a fair trial for Tingjun Cao, who waived his right to appear in the Christchurch High Court.

What was in the podcast pulled by RNZ?
The host of an RNZ podcast that was pulled from publication said any “white, male, pale, or stale” could have been prime minister.

Calls increase for tougher booze rules
Health experts are calling on councils to set tougher restrictions on alcohol sales to reduce potential harm, including cutting the hours that booze can be sold.

The iPad mini is ready for AI
Trevor Long gets his hands on the Apple iPad mini, with the core reason for the update under the skin rather than outwardly visible.

Yanfei Bao murder trial: Accused waives right to appear in courtroom
Tingjun Cao has indicated he does not want to be present at his High Court trial.

StarJam proposes to scale back workshops for children with disabilities
An emergency appeal earlier this year raised $165,000, but that was not enough to prevent cuts to the disability charity's services, its chief executive says.

Supermarkets closing early to avoid late-night anti-social behaviour
Multiple Auckland supermarkets are reducing their trading hours over safety concerns.

Person trapped, critically hurt after quad bike crash in Far North
A rescue helicopter has arrived nearby while rescue services work out how to reach the person.

Millennium and Copthorne returns to Christchurch with $32m buyout
Millennium and Copthorne Hotels is returning for the first time since the 2010 and 2011 earthquakes.

IT department struggling to stay on budget? Avoid overspending with monitoring tools
With IT budgets strained by software sprawl and rising costs, monitoring tools might be the solution to regain control and enhance efficiency.

Indians to roll out pitch aimed at negating Black Caps quicks
Ground staff in Pune have got the memo ahead of the second test between the Black Caps and India.

Live: Wellington mayor appears to agree with suggestions of a Government ‘hit job’
Tory Whanau’s Instagram account has liked comments that denounced the appointment of a Crown observer at her council.

‘Sorry I couldn’t save you’: Baby Ru person of interest speaks out
Rosie Morunga was one of three people at a property when Baby Ru was fatally injured. On the first anniversary of his death, she said on social media “aunty and uncle will get justice for you”.

Is AI just a bubble?
Is there more sizzle than substance in the AI industry?

‘Pretty astounding’: Canva puts the foot down as it eyes Wall Street
The Australian design software maker has ticked over $2.5 billion in annual revenue and says it has added 1000 new employees in the last year alone as it looks to shore up support from Wall Street.

Broader role for Sir Jerry in Bougainville critical - minister
Ezekiel Masatt said a joint understanding has been reached with Papua New Guinea to broaden the role of the recently appointed independent moderator.

ABBA's Bjorn joins 11,500 musicians, actors, acedemics warning of AI
Stars of music, literature, screen and stage put their names to statement warning about the unlicensed use of artificial intelligence.