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AI set for post-transformer shift to memory-led tools
AI firms tip 2026 as the dawn of a post-transformer era, with memory-led, workflow-specific systems overtaking general-purpose models.

Cloud marketplaces and SaaS reshape global IT spend
Cloud marketplaces and SaaS are set to transform global IT spend, with Omdia forecasting USD $163 billion marketplace sales by 2030.

Football Ferns star’s new challenges back home in Wellington
After eight years of playing professional football overseas, CJ Bott couldn’t be closer to home.

OpenAI releases GPT-5.2 after “code red” Google threat alert
Company claims new AI model tops Gemini and matches humans on 70% of work tasks.

Timaru's Christmas tree set on fire, won't be replaced
A man has been charged with deliberately setting blaze.

Kiwis star Dylan Brown misses out on Golden Boot in baffling decision
Analysis: Dylan Brown was a strong favourite to win rugby league's Golden Boot, but in a shock decision the award went to Australia's Harry Grant.

Black Caps looking to keep West Indies in check in second innings
Follow live coverage of day three of the second test between New Zealand and the West Indies at the Basin Reserve in Wellington.

Hearing to be set down for Ms Z’s application to have charges dismissed
The Crown are continuing to pursue charges against a woman at the centre of the downfall of former Deputy Police Commissioner Jevon McSkimming.

Hawke’s Bay community faces toughest water restrictions, as supply suddenly drops
Central Hawke’s Bay District Council has moved Kairakau to a Level 4, the highest restriction available.

‘Speed dating’ scheme for recruits goes nationwide
A “speed dating” style Earn as You Learn scheme linking paid factory work and study is to expand nationwide after a strong Waikato trial.

AI reshapes cyber threats as experts warn on automation
AI will transform cyber threats by 2026, experts say, but warn over-automation and legacy systems could imperil critical infrastructure.

AI set to power autonomous workflows & new work models
AI is tipped to run entire corporate workflows by 2026, forcing firms to rebuild software and reorganise staff around skills, not hierarchies.

The minimum wage gets a ‘moderate’ raise
The Government says the increase balances cost of living and business pressures.

Kidnapping charges after Facebook Marketplace buyer allegedly robbed and assaulted
Police said the man had arranged to meet a seller in Auckland's Wesley with intentions to buy a car.

New government rules coming for micro-abattoirs
The government is looking to cut red tape for small meat processors and is also exploring how homekill meat could be made suitable for sale.

‘Incredibly loyal’: Star players back Benji as West Tigers descend into turmoil
As the boardroom drama descends into utter chaos at the self-combusting Tigers, a former chair says the players are more loyal to Marshall than the club.

Pair arrested after man allegedly kidnapped during Facebook Marketplace sale
The victim was allegedly assaulted, forced to withdraw cash from multiple ATM machines before offenders fled.

Dan and Honor Carter’s son Marco named head boy at his school
An adorable snap of the 12-year-old receiving the honour has been shared on social media.

Watch: The moment a biker almost collides with a jeep
The driver crossed the centre line and almost collided head-on with another vehicle.

Tenable hack of Copilot AI agent exposes fraud risks
A Tenable demo shows a Copilot-built AI agent can be jailbreaked to steal card data and grant free trips, exposing major fraud risks.