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Children’s bird book stuns with perfect score at design awards
The win marks the third time a children's title has taken out the supreme award.

Percona & Coroot expand observability to databases
Customers will get a broader view of outages as the tie-up links database support with tracing across applications, networks and infrastructure.

HR leaders grapple with AI ethics & performance reviews
Rising executive pressure is pushing HR teams to use AI, even as most leaders still worry about ethics, governance and failed software buys.

One $32.97 purchase gets you Windows 11 Pro and the full Office suite for life
TL;DR: Get Windows 11 Pro and Microsoft Office with lifetime licenses for $32.97 through October 4, compared with a $418.99 MSRP. It’s a one-time purchase with no Microsoft 365 subscription or recurring license fees. If your PC is still running Windows 10, there are two areas to address: the operating system...

Watch: Maori singer wows Kelly Clarkson on The Voice US
The singer from Wellington instantly impressed The Voice coach Kelly Clarkson.

Auckland Transport explores changes to level crossing after student's death
Auckland Transport officials is talking to residents about six level crossings from Kingsland to Mount Albert.

StackHawk launches Wingman to fix AI coding flaws
It aims to help engineers close software flaws before pull requests are opened, as AI coding tools accelerate release cycles and security backlogs grow.

Political donations tracker: Breakaway Te Tai Tokerau Party gets its first big cheque
The party, which was created in a split from Te Pati Maori in May, has reported its first major donation.

Former Kamo Wildlife Sanctuary lion Cleo dies, animal rescue group says
Cleo was born at Kamo Wildlife Park and spent her 20 years there.

Harry Potter play producer says cost of living made two-part show 'impossible'
The London production, which has been running for 10 years, will reopen next month as a one-part show.

Should dogs be allowed at cemeteries? Topic divides this council
Ashburton councillors clashed over whether dogs should be allowed in cemeteries.

How to Free Up Disk Space & Fix a Full C Drive on Windows 10/11
Running out of disk space on Windows 10/11 can trigger low disk space warnings and interfere with updates. In many cases, you can reclaim space without buying a larger drive or paid software. This guide covers five free ways to free up disk space, from Windows cleanup tools to partition management....

EDU Unlimited gives you 1,000+ courses on business, design, AI, and more for $20
TL;DR: EDU Unlimited by StackSkills is a lifetime pass to more than 1,000 online courses in IT, design, coding, and business, and access is on sale for $19.97 (reg. $600). Picking up a new skill through a bootcamp or a single specialized course can run hundreds of dollars before a single...

All Blacks light up NPC with spectacular tries for Bay of Plenty
Follow live coverage of the NPC match between Tasman and Bay of Plenty in Nelson.

Second lion dies at Northland sanctuary this year
The 20-year-old lion had just been given the all-clear after treatment, before blood tests revealed something far more serious was wrong.

Allegations of favouritism, 'unsustainable' workloads at Education Ministry's curriculum division
Damning review reveals raft of issues, including "unsustainable" workloads and deep fears about speaking out.

Growth advocacy group wants visas for 'exceptional talent' with no job offer required
Growth New Zealand is floating the idea of a "Catalyst Visa", where unlike other options people would not need a job offer or sponsor ahead of their arrival.

Teen rocker Nene Royal becomes first Thai to win America's Got Talent
Her heavy metal performance trumped nine other finalists, including magicians and even a robot crew.

Dannevirke Community Hospital pauses new patient admissions as Health NZ seeks staff
Health NZ would provide "additional clinical workforce support" as the hospital looks to find more clinical staff.