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'NZ needs more young women choosing pathways into technology'
ShadowTech26 features workshops and other events aimed at interesting more than 1500 teenagers in a tech-sector career.

One call every 20 seconds: Current demand for ambulances 'unsustainable' - St John
Many people think most emergency calls are for accidents, but St John says demand is largely driven by older people with chronic illnesses.

Battery sparks fire at Palmerston North transfer station
All three on-duty Palmerston North crews responded to the early-morning fire, which firefighters suspect was caused by an incorrectly disposed lithium-ion battery.

Tonga Electoral Commission confirms date for parliamentary by-elections
The nomination of candidates for the Tongatapu 2 and Niua seats will take place on 2 and 3 September, the country's electoral office says.

Most teachers want NCEA to be improved, not removed - survey
Just a quarter of respondents agreed the government's replacement qualification is a step in the right direction.

Solomon Islands PM urges 'no more secrecy' over treaties with other countries
The Solomon Islands prime minister has announced that a review of his country's security agreement with China has begun.

Asia Pacific's next chapter of digital growth will be defined by trust, resilience and sovereignty
Regional mobile services generated USD $1 trillion in economic value in 2025, but growth now hinges on AI, trust, resilience and sovereignty.

Five new faces named in Black Ferns end of year squad
Five uncapped players have been named in a 31-strong Black Ferns squad that will play eight Tests for the remainder of 2026.

Google expands BigQuery transfer service with new connectors
Enterprises will be able to move more sales, marketing and database data into BigQuery as Google adds connectors for SQL Server and Shopify.

DroneShield launches portable RF intelligence device
Demand for counter-drone tools is rising as armed forces seek portable kit that can interpret radio signals in the field, not just collect them.

NZ cyber watchdog tests government code to improve security against rogue AI
This follows a handful of cases worldwide of advanced AI models escaping test arenas in some cases to launch their own cyber attacks.

Long Covid sufferers call on politicians to do more to help those with the disease
People with Long Covid are calling on politicians to collect better data on the disease, and enable those with it to access disability support services.

Man charged after police find cut-down firearm in BMW
Police say two people fled from a BMW in Kensington before officers found a cut-down .22 calibre firearm inside the vehicle.

Council reverses Ohakune water assessment, says water could be back today
Ruapehu District's mayor has reversed an earlier pessimistic assessment of the town's water woes, and says service could be restored by 5pm.

Work underway to improve plans to upgrade three regional hospitals
A Treasury report last year said they had "significant issues that need to be addressed", but Health New Zealand says it has no concerns about the three North Island hospital projects.

Senior cop searched for child sex abuse material on work device
Matthew Rogers conducted internet searches when he was on duty.

Cash payments to workers in horticulture sector leading cause of IRD's tax concerns
The department was giving "an opportunity for people to get their affairs in order... before we come looking," spokesperson Tony Morris said.

Emissions-saving furnace fires up at Glenbrook Steel Mill
The new electric arc furnace is expected to save the country a million tonnes in carbon emissions every year.