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Family and friends 'surprised' by Nigel Latta's death
While everyone knew the clinical psychologist lived with cancer for over a year, it was still a shock his death came days after learning his body couldn't take the treatment any more.

Permanent name suppression for accused in toddler in bus luggage compartment case
The judge says the order is because of automatic suppression given to child complainants.

Police release CCTV of missing Christchurch teen Marley
The search over the coming days will focus on the coastline between Godley Head and Pines Beach, police say.

Man fined after attempting to steal historic artefacts from West Coast mine
The West Coast mine closed in 1967 and since then, many artefacts have been stolen.

Auckland site gets nod for building one of city’s larger liquor stores, in ‘sensitive’ area
The granting of a licence was set to face opposition with “behavioural” issues known in the local area.

Alphabet’s AI Strength Fuels Biggest Quarterly Jump Since 2005

Tesla’s Soaring Stock Puts Focus on Sales Outlook in Robot Shift

Half of UK adults now regularly use mobile payments
Regular mobile payments surged across different age groups last year, new banking data suggests.

Lake Sylvan Track access restored with new bridge
Access to a popular Glenorchy trail has been restored after a storm swept away a key bridge.

AI projects & machine identities shift cybersecurity focus
As AI projects rise and non-human identities outnumber humans in IT, firms must strengthen cybersecurity and governance to meet new regulatory demands.

‘Carter against the Lions’: The Springboks star likened to All Blacks great
The plaudits are flowing for rising South Africa star Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu after his masterclass against Argentina in Durban.

New twist as warring Netball NZ and Noeline Taurua hold marathon meeting
The embattled Silver Ferns coach was still fighting for her job after she was controversially stood down in an ongoing row.

Charlotte robot promises eco-safe home building on Earth & Moon
Charlotte, a new robot by Crest Robotics and Earthbuilt, can build eco-friendly homes on Earth and the Moon up to 5,000 times faster than traditional methods.

US defence leader's speech slamming 'fat generals' and 'beardos' met with silence
US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth slammed "fat generals" and diversity initiatives that he said led to decades of decay in the military.

Pasifika Sipoti in brief for 8 October
A round-up of sports news in brief from around the region, including campaign for the inclusion of netball in the Brisbane 2032 Olympics.

World leaders back UN plan to combat non-communicable diseases and mental health
Pacific leaders raised the issue at the United Nations General Assembly last month, warning non-communicable diseases is at "crisis level" in the Pacific.

AO boss tells BBC: We're a British success story – the UK should be turbocharging us
John Roberts, the founder of AO and so-called kitchen king, says tax rises are putting "grit" into businesses.

Police car damaged in Christchurch incident
The driver’s side of the vehicle was dented and the door buckled and torn.

US SEC commissioner says regulator willing to work with those who want to tokenise

Firefighters to strike over pay, staffing, resourcing
Fire and Emergency New Zealand's most recent offer was declined.

Businesses, opposition slate government's 'weak' energy reforms
The government is being accused of backing away from strong action on affordability and competition in the wake of a major report published today.

Watch: NZ beat Egypt at FIFA Under-20 World Cup with two goals in three minutes
Luke Brooke-Smith and Xuan Loke’s first-half goals gave New Zealand a massive boost with regard to making the round of 16 in Chile.

Fresh CCTV images of missing Christchurch teen released
Fresh images of missing 17-year-old Marley have been issued by police.