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Search  Why banning social media for NZers under 16 is a bad idea Analysis: It's not clear that outright prohibition will achieve what is hoped for.  © 2025 RadioNZ 7:45am  The small regulatory shift that could have big impacts on mokopuna Maori Teachers say removing requirements to recognise cultural identity in early childhood centres is recolonisation, and a backward step.  © 2025 RadioNZ 7:25am  Rival F1 team drop Aussie driver who crashed into Liam Lawson in Miami Alpine have promoted a new driver at Jack Doohan’s expense after he clipped the Kiwi in the opening lap and wrecked his race.  © 2025 Stuff.co.nz 7:25am  Nigel Latta on how cancer has changed his approach to money – Money Talks The acclaimed broadcaster and psychologist thought he only had months to live.  © 2025 NZ Herald 7:15am  Police need greater financial powers to fight organised crime - Ministerial Advisory Group Cash and assets seized by police were less than five percent of the $1.6 billion of criminal profits each year, the Ministerial Advisory Group on organised crime says.  © 2025 RadioNZ 7:05am  Do you really need a fancy litter tray for your cat? We've all heard of smart speakers, smart heaters and even smart fridges, now our furry feline friends are getting in on the tech revolution.  © 2025 RadioNZ 7:05am  Phase One closes $2.1m fund, backs 14 tech startups Phase One Ventures closes its early-stage NZD $2.1m fund after backing 14 startups, with 12 securing follow-on funding and creating 100+ jobs.  © 2025 ITBrief 6:45am  VMware perpetual license holders receive cease-and-desist letters from Broadcom Broadcom says it may audit VMware users.  © 2025 Ars Technica 6:35am  How the Orlando Magic are reinventing fandom with data and AI The Orlando Magic and SAS are revolutionising fandom by using data and AI to personalise experiences, boost ticket sales, and deepen fan engagement.  © 2025 ITBrief 6:25am  Police disappointed Restore Passenger Rail prosecution abandoned, say safety was at risk But the lawyer who defended some of the protesters says criminalising protesters is worrying and the charges should never have been laid.  © 2025 RadioNZ 6:25am		Porirua City Council looks to find family of 1800 people in unmarked graves The government set up a fund for headstones for patients who lay in unmarked graves.  © 2025 RadioNZ 7:25am  Weather: Strong wind, heavy rain forecast for parts of South Island, Auckland in firing line Wet weather is tipped to reach Northland and Auckland by Friday.  © 2025 NZ Herald 7:25am  ‘Where’d you get the mushrooms?’ ‘Woolworths’: What the poison accused told doctors Erin Patterson is accused of killing three people with a poisoned beef Wellington she served them for lunch.  © 2025 Stuff.co.nz 7:25am  When will 33,000 people who've lost their jobs get them back? New Zealand's unemployment rate may have plateaued but the downturn has left thousands fewer in work.  © 2025 RadioNZ 7:05am  Charities face huge bills to dump 'rubbish' donations. Men's underwear with a hole in the crotch, tea towels covered in paint - Karen Edwards has seen some sights among the donations.  © 2025 RadioNZ 7:05am  Little spotted kiwi return to Nelson 'turning clock back a century' There are hopes the kiwi will thrive outside a sanctuary similar to what has unfolded in Wellington.  © 2025 RadioNZ 7:05am  Alphabet’s share price plunges on traffic drop testimony Shares in Alphabet fell over 7% after Apple exec testified in court.  © 2025 NZ Herald 6:55am  Litmaps acquires ResearchRabbit, raises $1 million for AI New Zealand’s Litmaps has acquired US tool ResearchRabbit and secured USD $1 million in funding to advance AI-driven research discovery and expand its reach.  © 2025 ITBrief 6:35am  Mystics' Grace Nweke replacement adapting to Kiwi netball style The Australian Diamonds representative will bring her experience to the Mystics’ shooting circle in the 2025 ANZ Premiership.  © 2025 Stuff.co.nz 6:35am  Predator Free Wellington faces $1.75m annual shortfall The group is behind the successful eradication of rats from the Miramar peninsula.  © 2025 RadioNZ 6:25am  Clear battle lines drawn over New Zealand politicians' interpretations of Australian election The Australian Labor Party's landslide victory saw Anthony Albanese become the first Australian prime minister to be re-elected in 20 years.  © 2025 RadioNZ 6:25am
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