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New and updated standards adopted in line with Australia
The Commerce and Consumer Affairs Minister Scott Simpson says the standards will make it easier for businesses operating on both sides of the Tasman.

Early-stage angel investment in start-up businesses grows for first time since 2021
Angel Association chief executive Bridget Unsworth said while cheques were slightly smaller more companies were getting seeded.

Senior navy officer found not guilty of encouraging junior to kiss her
The unanimous verdict for the allegations against Commander Bronwyn Heslop came after more than five hours of deliberation.

Watch: Ex-All Black revels in try-scoring spree in Japan
It might require an electric fence and barbed wire to prevent former All Blacks lock Brodie Retallick from crossing the tryline during club matches in Japan this season.

The shape of summer: From a dry December to deadly floods - and the season beyond
With December unsettled, through the deadly floods of January and into the rest of summer, here’s how summer is shaping up and what autumn could bring.

Uber rapist gives up fight against publication of his photo
Satwinder Singh was jailed for seven years and two months December last year.

Super Bowl LX live: New England Patriots v Seattle Seahawks
Follow all the NFL action from Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, California.

NZ start-up launches AI app for lifetime health records
New Zealand start-up mA.I Health has launched an AI-powered app giving patients lifetime control of secure, shareable medical records.

Call to levy services to keep financial mentor sector viable
Financial mentors say organisations that benefit from their services should be willing to pay a levy.

Pacific news in brief for 9 February
A round-up of news from around the region, including Solomon Airlines and Qantas battling for airspace.

Genetec report finds healthcare ramping up hybrid-cloud and AI security
Healthcare providers are turning to hybrid cloud, AI and upgraded access control as rising assaults and break-ins reshape security priorities.

Wellington Pasifika Festival celebrates culture, language and belonging
Wellington Pasifika Festival, a major gathering for Pacific communities in Aotearoa's capital, celebrates culture, language and belonging.

Rockwell Automation names new New Zealand country boss
Rockwell Automation has named Shane Riley as New Zealand country manager, succeeding Mike Greig amid a wider reshuffle of its regional leadership.

New England Patriots face Seattle Seahawks in Super Bowl 60
Follow live coverage as the AFC and NFC champions go head to head at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California.

Lindsey Vonn's legend was built on pushing the limits. Her brief time in Cortina was no different
There is only one speed for maybe the fiercest competitor to ever snap into a pair of skis and point them down the side of a mountain: as fast as she possibly can, for as long as she possibly can, as relentlessly as she possibly can.

Navy official accused of encouraging junior officer to kiss them
The military trial began in Devonport today

Intoxicated patron struggles to exit closed Dunedin pub after waking up in toilet
A pub patron has night to forget, after falling asleep in toilet.

PM Christopher Luxon says US president Donald Trump should apologise for 'racist' Obama post
The prime minister says the post was racist and "it's right that it's been removed".

One dead after crash involving truck and trailer in rural South Auckland's Buckland
Logan Road in Buckland remains closed while police examine the scene.

Tonga's new PM vows to 'shorten the queues' in ambitious first 100 days
The Tongan prime minister says his administration is focusing on "hundreds of outcomes" in its "ambitious first 100 days", aiming to create "a more effective, lean and efficient public service".