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First Winston, now Seymour doesn’t fancy Opportunity’s chances of getting into Parliament
Winston Peters and David Seymour said they don't believe Opportunity will make it in, despite most polls showing the party above the 5% threshold.

Is your home ready for 45 connected devices? This family has over 120
From work calls and gaming, to smart lights and security cameras, the average home is getting busier online. Here’s how to keep up without becoming the household IT expert.

Man charged with murder over single-vehicle crash near Te Puke
A 25-year-old man has been charged with murder after a fatal single-vehicle crash near Te Puke.

Historic boats stripped of brass fittings in Paeroa break-in
The Historical Maritime Park says Ariana and Norita were stripped of portholes, steering wheels, railings and other fittings overnight.

Check Point warns of 48% rise in cyber attacks worldwide
Sensitive data exposure through workplace AI is compounding a 48% annual rise in attacks, with organisations hit by 2,803 per week in September.

Fujitsu launches retail AI trial for seven Japanese firms
The pilot aims to help retailers turn sales and customer data into faster decisions on stock, layouts and planning, Fujitsu said.

Chiefs v Chiefs: NRL claims it was blindsided by NZ Rugby injunction bid
NZR says it has been "shadow-boxing" in attempts to resolve the trademark dispute, while the NRL argues the urgent injunction bid comes after months of silence.

Controversial business owner arrested over alleged harassment
A Southland owner owner caught up in a legal wrangle with councils over his slink skin operation, has been arrested.

Youth advocates urge rangatahi to vote as homelessness concerns grow
Only 62 percent of 18 to 24-year-olds are currently enrolled to vote for this year's general election.

Harkness AI tops 50 clients as revenue surges in NZ
Bootstrapped and profitable, the Christchurch startup's rapid growth suggests Kiwi firms are paying for practical AI help rather than standalone tools.

Traffic worker awarded $10,000 after pay delays forced her to resign
Shay Braden was forced to borrow money for living costs after her Central Otago employer repeatedly delayed her wages and ran out of money.

Ex-police officer Matthew Rogers seeks no conviction for possessing objectionable publications
Former Auckland-based police officer Matthew Rogers is seeking to be discharged without conviction.

CCTV of brutal group attack on prisoner circulates online
Shocking CCTV footage of a brutal attack on a prisoner at Rimutaka Prison has surfaced online, prompting an investigation by the Department of Corrections.

OneAdvanced promotes Beetge to regional go-to-market role
The software group is strengthening its ANZ push as it seeks deeper inroads into government, education and industrial markets.

Man charged with murder after Te Puke crash
One person died in the single vehicle crash.

Serious injuries after single-vehicle crash in eastern Bay of Plenty
Police were called to the single-vehicle crash on Orete Point Rd shortly after midday.

Politicians can't 'dance alone' on superannuation - Nicola Willis
National has confirmed the fiscal plan announced on Monday was the party's superannuation policy - maintaining its plans to raise the retirement age, but not stating when exactly that would happen.

2026 Rugby League World Cup: All Pacific Island squads and fixtures
Five men's teams and three women's teams are set to fly the Pacific Islands flag at the 2026 Rugby League World Cup.