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AI scribe cuts after-hours admin in hospital EDs, trial finds
But a primary health academic warns it could damage patient trust in the health system.

Waitaki District Council accepts Crown intervention over water plan
The Waitaki District Council's standalone water services delivery plan was rejected last month.

Kiwi punter’s $730k bet finishes last as Half Yours wins Melbourne Cup
Jamie Melham became just the second female jockey to win the famous race, while one NZ punter saw his “lottery ticket” fall at the final hurdle.

Why nearly 90,000 Kiwis aren’t working
A growing number of Kiwis are on welfare because of mental health issues, marking a major shift for a system once designed for and focused on physical illness and unemployment.

McDonald's takes another bite at a Wanaka store
The fast food giant's bid to build a restaurant at Mt Iron was declined, so it has now applied to build a 450-square-metre restaurant in the Three Parks business area.

This International, Long-Distance Hiking Trail In The Caucasus Is A Spectacular Journey

Explosions, lost chickens and two lucky pigs: The tale of a hoarder and his whiteware
‘Magpie Mark’ built a life out of other people’s throwaways — but all of it is gone after fire ripped through his self-built home.

Ripple Acquires Crypto Wallet Firm Palisade to Expand Institutional Payments Business

I pitched to Sheryl Sandberg and Accel as a young founder. Here's how I raised $5 million and what you can do to get a yes.

Palantir is proud of its 'disciplined' hiring practices

Police swarm Auckland suburb, one seriously injured
A large number of emergeny service vehicles were at the scene in Avondale, social media users say.

Half Yours wins 2025 Melbourne Cup
Australian horse Half Yours has won the 2025 Melbourne Cup.

Number of measles cases in New Zealand remains at 17, Health NZ says
The total number of measles cases nationwide remains at 17, with no new cases on Tuesday.

ISH acquires ProSpend to boost global fintech & UK presence
UK software group ISH acquires Australian fintech ProSpend to enhance its global footprint and expand UK market presence from 2026.

'That's not how it works' - dangers of paracetamol highlighted in new study
Many New Zealanders are unintentionally taking too much paracetamol, according to a new study.

Over 100 police officers under investigation after breath tests falsified are still working
Police are not ruling out criminal investigations after 30,000 alcohol breath tests were falsified.

Father of man who drowned in Wellington Harbour appalled by Andrew Little's video
New Wellington Mayor Andrew Little posted a video on social media announcing the removal of safety fences, standing on the waterfront.

Winston Peters' X account corrected the PM's pronouns in a since-deleted tweet. Why?
Winston Peters says “the lesson was learnt” in response to questions asking why his X account corrected pronouns used by Prime Minister Christopher Luxon.

More than 300 Southland, South Otago residents still without power
PowerNet says some customers have not had electricity for 13 days.

Denies All Charges – Ex-France striker faces grave allegations

‘More debt, more interest costs’ for council after cyclone
The Masterton District sustained millions in property and road damage as a result of Cyclone Gabrielle.

NZ First moves to ban public sale of fireworks
New Zealand First leader Winston Peters has announced his party has put forward a Member’s Bill that would ban the public sale, and use of fireworks.

One person seriously injured after two-vehicle crash in Auckland's Papakura
Emergency services were called to the intersection of Elliot Street and Ray Small Drive at 2.04pm.

Ideas for what to do with Tomoana Showgrounds in Hastings are being sought - and Pandaland will be one submission
The Hastings District Council, which purchased the Tomoana Showgrounds in 2023, is asking residents to help shape a 10-year master plan for its future.