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Internal Affairs to have another go at modernising births, deaths and marriages registry
After writing off $22.9m on the project abandoned last year, DIA will once again look at options.

Seal silly season: What you need to know as seal population bounces back
Here's what you need to know as the countries seal population grows and fur pups turn up in all sorts of odd places.

Auckland Mayor Wayne Brown and deputy Desley Simpson hold joint media conference
Simpson has been considering whether to challenge Brown in the October vote.

Hurricanes star ruled out of qualifying final after training injury
The Hurricanes have been forced to make a late change to their lineup before flying to Australia.

Why French wildcard accused of smelling ‘really bad’ is the talk of tennis again
The same player told “to wear deodorant” by a British opponent is attracting attention with her amazing French Open run, and not her alleged body odour.

Watch: Christopher Luxon faces questions as press secretary Michael Forbes resigns
The Prime Minister's office was not told police were investigating Michael Forbes over allegations he recorded audio of sessions with sex workers.

Why Process Intelligence is vital for success with Agentic AI
Agentic AI is transforming enterprise operations, but its success hinges on Process Intelligence providing timely, accurate insight into how businesses truly operate.

AI-powered writing tool boosts literacy in New Zealand schools
Several New Zealand schools report improved literacy after using the AI-driven Writer’s Toolbox, showing significant gains in student writing skills and confidence.

Stores open at midnight as fans rush to buy Nintendo Switch 2
One retailer says it's the "biggest gaming pre-order ever" - but there questions over whether high prices will dent sales.

Wellington brothel madam speaks on PM's former press secretary's alleged recording of sex workers
The madam of a Wellington brothel has spoken of the moment she was informed the Prime Minister's former deputy chief press secretary had allegedly recorded audio of a session with a sex worker.

Tourists injured in Southland bus crash, Consulate-General confirms
Three Chinese tourists were injured when their bus crashed on Mossburn Five Rivers Rd on Wednesday, one of whom was taken to hospital in a serious condition.

Christopher Luxon demands answers as press secretary Michael Forbes resigns
The Prime Minister's office was not told police were investigating Michael Forbes over allegations he recorded audio of sessions with sex workers.

Blenheim man who murdered his mother sentenced to life imprisonment
After arguing with his mother, the 55-year-old used a crowbar and a knife to kill her. Three days later, he went to the police station and handed himself in.

Removal notice issued for Fiji vessel which capsized - Maritime Authority
"Ports came in with a tug and pulled the vessel out; once the vessel was pulled out, it went down."

Poor countries set to pay $22billion for China debt
New research from the Lowy Institute shows the world's poorest countries will make record high debt repayments to China this year.

Metro's view of Viridian's Com Com application
The NZ Commerce Commission has today published an application by Viridian NZ BidCo Limited (a company managed by Crescent Capital) for clearance to acquire Metro

How airline fees have turned baggage into billions
The amount carriers now charge for luggage is raising the ire of politicians and consumer groups.

Watch live: Christopher Luxon faces questions as press secretary Michael Forbes resigns
The Prime Minister's office was not told police were investigating Michael Forbes over allegations he recorded audio of sessions with sex workers.