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TeamViewer tops one million AI remote support sessions
TeamViewer says its AI-driven support tools have passed one million sessions as it seeks to turn troubleshooting data into faster IT fixes.

Road toll double for local shoppers slammed as ‘unfair’
New charges on the Tauranga Eastern Link Toll Road have been labelled “unfair” and potentially damaging to Papamoa East businesses.

Hunt for the Wilderpeople: Ten years of 'the most New Zealand film ever made'
In 2016, the Taika Waititi film was released, shining a light on Kiwi comedy, and the world went "'Wow, these people are different, but they're funny'."

Kiwis aren't getting their five-plus a day - vege boss
Despite programmes in schools to teach children how to cook vegetables, "consumption seems to be dropping".

Teradata named to Constellation hybrid data shortlist
Teradata wins place on Constellation's 2026 ShortList as buyers seek hybrid and multicloud platforms that can run AI workloads without losing governance.

Auckland developer fined $35,000 for 'repeated' concrete and sediment leaks
Construction company ignored warnings to stop contaminants flowing from Royal Oak site into stormwater system.

Smiths City owner bankrupted facing more than $1m in debts
His nationwide chain went bust owing more than $25m to creditors. Now, Smiths City owner Colin Neal has been bankrupted facing more than $1m of his own debts.

Gurjit Singh murder: Killer sentenced to 17-year jail term
The man who murdered Gurjit Singh at his Dunedin home will spend at least 17 years behind bars.

Boomi named leader in IDC MarketScape API management
Boomi gains Leader status in IDC MarketScape's API management assessment as enterprises seek tighter governance for AI-driven and hybrid systems.

The $6.8 billion rise and fall of Allbirds
Once valued at billions, Allbirds sold to American Exchange Group after 95% value slide.

African nation qualifies for first FIFA World Cup in 52 years
DR Congo last took part in 1974, when it was known as Zaire.

Car crashes into hedge in Auckland's Stanmore Bay
St John sent a number of vehicles to respond to the incident.

Do you have travel plans this year? What you need to keep in mind
The Middle East conflict has thrown the world into travel chaos, stranding New Zealanders overseas and dashing adventure dreams.

Eptura expands Microsoft 365 workplace tools for firms
Eptura deepens Microsoft 365 integration as it targets large firms with AI-powered desk, room and collaboration tools for hybrid workplaces.

Midday Report live: Should students qualifiy for fuel relief?
The cost-of-living crisis, exacerbated now by rising fuel prices, is impacting uni students disproportionately, according to two Auckland students associations.

‘My entire life collapsed’: Grieving widow speaks as killer jailed
A new bride had her bags packed ready to move to New Zealand when she heard her husband had been stabbed dozens of times: ‘In a single moment my entire life collapsed’.

How many ships have been attacked in the Gulf since start of Iran war?

Kenmore East reacts to their best overall delegation award at WNY Model United Nations General Assembly competition

France's Senate backs ban on social media platforms for under-15s

Hamas urges Hezbollah to kidnap Israeli soldiers in wake of Knesset passing death penalty bill

Asia's migrant workers debate if Gulf jobs are worth deadly risk of Iran war

Akamai warns of rising API attacks across APAC as AI spreads
Akamai says AI adoption is widening a governance gap across APAC, with API misuse and application-layer attacks surging as businesses digitise.

Fragmented tech hinders Australia's AI agent gains
Twilio poll finds 85% of Australian marketing and customer experience leaders say fragmented tech is slowing AI agent productivity and returns.

Allbirds set to be bought by American Exchange Group
The board of the NZ-founded but US-listed footwear company has accepted a US$39 million offer from the group, though shareholders still need to approve the deal.