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Wellington Hospital ED has busiest day in almost a year
There has been high demand over the last few days and some staff sickness.

The Luxon dilemma: Should he stay or should he go?
It will only take a couple of MPs flipping their vote for Luxon to be goneburger, writes Jo Moir.

Samsung updates Smart Switch to ease iPhone transfers
Galaxy users can now import iPhone data wirelessly in under an hour, easing one of the biggest barriers to switching ecosystems.

5 takeaways from Zuckerberg's essay on his vision for superintelligence

The hidden costs of failed building inspections
The tens of millions of dollars in avoidable costs caused by failed building inspections is money that could fund and build thousands of new homes, a construction industry consultant says.

The town with a name half of Kiwis can't spell
Is it Hamner, Fielding, or Gisbourne? Tell us the place names that trip you up.

Remote Tokelauan atoll becomes temporary global comms hub
For two weeks in November the remote Tokelauan atoll of Fakaofo will become a global communications hub.

Watch: Wallabies lock banned for ‘dangerous’ high shot on Hurricanes star
Miles Amatosero was hit with a three-match suspension for his cleanout that clobbered Warner Dearns in the Wallabies’ narrow win against Japan.

Broadcasting Standards Authority upholds complaints about The Platform host Sean Plunket
One remark was made amid comments that denigrated Maori, including the use of te reo Maori and consideration of tikanga by public sector organisations, the BSA says.

New Zealand adds Applied Intelligent Systems subject
Students will learn to work with AI tools across multiple industries as New Zealand broadens senior secondary options to match labour-market demand.

HCLSoftware appoints Ashish Shreykar as Vice President
The hire comes as enterprise software groups race to align products with AI-driven automation, security and governance demands.

The TV Shop hit with $1.1m penalty over fake reviews, misleading claims
The company behind brands including Thin Lizzy and Transforma Ladder also suppressed some negative reviews and misled customers about their consumer rights.

Why All Blacks shadow test XV must slay the Sharks in Durban
All Blacks coach Dave Rennie has wheeled out his big cannons for the match against the Sharks and will expect significant improvements after the shaky win over the Stormers.

So confident. So awkward. How did Christopher Luxon end up here?
As Luxon calls an urgent caucus meeting, former National MPs suggest why he’s facing the heat – again

Corn Holds within a Penny of Unchanged on Monday

Aderant & First AML link compliance into law firms' workflow
Law firms using both systems can now cut handoffs and duplicate data entry as AML checks move inside their core practice management workflow.

11 vehicles stolen or interfered with in Queenstown crime spree
Police believe a spate of vehicle-related offending around Frankton, Lake Hayes/Shotover Country and Kelvin Heights could be linked.

Election 2026: Act’s public service ‘reset’ includes removing ‘good employer’ requirements, enshrining ‘need, not race’
Act says the focus should be on delivery for the public, not 'social engineering'.

Tragic accident: Toddler who choked on drawing pin reminder about home safety
Siuta Laulaupea'alu Uhi began choking at his west Auckland home and could not reach hospital in heavy traffic.

Toddler died after choking on drawing pin in Auckland home
Siuta Laulaupea’alu Uhi died at Waitakere Hospital on November 21, 2025, after the everyday household item obstructed his upper airways.

Microsoft appoints Nick Walton as NZ Managing Director
The appointment strengthens Microsoft's push in New Zealand as businesses weigh AI adoption, cloud investment and data-residency demands.

Various Vogel's bread recalled due to the possible presence of small pieces of metal
The recall was impacting multiple types of the bread being sold in the South Island.