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Councils are banning putting batteries in the bin, so what on earth should you do with them?
Some councils don’t want you simply chucking them out, so Stuff explains what you should do with your batteries.

Eighty racing greyhounds sent to Australia despite ‘winding down’ of industry
The case could highlight a potential loophole in a yet to be unveiled “rehoming plan”, whereby dogs could be sent overseas to race if not part of the programme.

Shotover River water samples within limits after sewage discharge - Council
The Queenstown Lakes District Council has started pumping at least 12,000 cubic metres of treated wastewater into the river per day.

Digital access programme RAD sees demand outstripping supply
Recycle A Device reports growing demand for their tech initiatives across New Zealand, yet struggles with limited supplies of refurbished laptops amid rapid expansion.

Fiji have been slapped with the highest US tariffs in the Pacific
Although New Zealand and Australia seem to have escaped the worst of DonaldTrump's latest tariffs some Pacific Islands stand to be hit hard, including a few that aren't even countries.

Sircel appoints new COO & Chair to lead growth strategy
Sircel, Australia's leading e-waste recycler, has strengthened its leadership with Brendon Wright as COO and Angie Bradbury as Chair, aiming for sustainable growth.

'Steady progress' toward meeting wait targets - Health NZ chief
Wait times for first specialist appointments and elective treatment have gotten longer - but Health NZ says it is on track to make improvements on the other three government health targets.

'Aston Villa bucked the trend in January - and are reaping rewards'
Aston Villa's match-winners against Brighton prove they are reaping the rewards of their January business, writes Phil McNulty.

'That was for you, Keelan' - Grealish dedicates goal to late brother
An emotional Jack Grealish dedicates his first Premier League goal in almost 16 months to his younger brother Keelan in the 25th anniversary of his death.

The Papers: 'World faces economic war' and 'TikTok talks'
Most of Thursday's front pages lead on Trump announcing universal 10% tariffs on all imports into the US.

Death of man in Wellington linked to aggravated burglary, police believe
Abdul Nabizadah, who was found dead in Miramar after a home intrusion nearby, is also thought to have been robbed.

Ex Top Gear presenter explores the age of discovery in new live show
James May is tackling the "biggest subject on the planet" but promises you won't be bored.

Man killed in Wellington's Miramar also victim of aggravated burglary, police say
Police now believe a homicide and an aggravated burglary in the Wellington suburb last month are linked.

Parliament agrees to add all Treaty Principles submissions to public record
It comes after thousands of submissions were to be excluded from the record.

Western Springs Speedway appealing Auckland Council decision to move location
The association is taking legal action against the decision to move the speedway from its home of almost 100 years.

Don’t poke the bear: NZ’s calm amid confusion over Trump tariffs
ANALYSIS: An hour after the tariffs were revealed, a still slightly perplexed trade minister emerged to explain as much as he could. In short - not much.

'Our kids are very resilient' - Kura kaupapa staff thankful for support after van accident
Eleven students were injured in the crash.

'Reckless' tackle & offside goal - were Liverpool-Everton officials wrong?
A possible red card and potential offside in the build-up to the winner - did the officials get it wrong in the Merseyside derby?

How aid becomes a weapon in Myanmar's war zone
Rescue and relief workers seeking access to some of the worst quake-hit areas are being blocked by the military.

Newscast: Trump’s Tariffs - The Reveal
There’s a 10% tariff on the UK and 20% on the EU.

'I was a Premier League referee, but now I'm learning to walk again'
Uriah Rennie uses a wheelchair after a rare condition left him paralysed from the waist down.