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‘A perfect storm of problems’: From hospo to house prices, Wellingtonians left reeling by latest public sector job cuts
We gauge the mood in the capital on news that, yet again, public sector jobs are on the chopping block in a bid to save the Government money.

Historic Swanndri-linked mill listed for sale as building owner goes into liquidation
An historic mill known for the former production of Swanndri products, is listed for sale, while the company behind that property is in liquidation.

Tributes flow for 'inspirational' 21-year-old after battle with rare cancer
Jacob Snyman, 21, died on Saturday following a battle with a rare form of cancer.

Dear England drama: 'A story of real hope' says writer
Writer James Graham on his new series Dear England and why access to arts subjects is so important.

Married at First Sight rape allegations 'serious', says DCMS
A BBC Panorama investigation revealed allegations that two women had been raped during filming.

The looming ‘deal’ behind depiction of Luxon riding missile with Trump
Greenpeace has gathered 26,000 signatures against the potential deal.

Police close road in Marlborough after sudden death
Police have closed a rural road just outside Blenheim overnight after a sudden death, but say there is no risk to the public.

Police close Wairau Bar Road in Marlborough
Police have closed a rural road just outside Blenheim due to an incident, but say there is no risk to the public.

Brethren church denies reports followers were told to get rid of their pets
The church encouraged members to “avoid distractions from family, faith and God, such as television, radio, or pet ownership”.

Hanmer ratepayers to pick up tab for freedom camping
The Hanmer Springs Community Board is considering options for remediating grassed areas in the Hanmer River Reserve due to freedom camping.

Traffic delays expected after two-vehicle crash on State Highway 6
A two-vehicle collision has closed a section of State Highway 6 in Marlborough on Tuesday afternoon. Clean-up crews are at the scene dealing with fuel and debris.

Pork tenders recalled over hard plastic risk
A nationwide recall has been launched for a brand of pork tenders due to fears they may contain pieces of hard black plastic.

Xceda adds an experienced business manager
Xceda is pleased to introduce Bruce Smith as Strategic Partnership Manager, supporting advisers with specialist lending scenarios and strengthening relationships across the adviser market.

Kelvin Davis appointed to Maori Education Ministerial Advisory Group
The education minister says the advisory group is made up of "esteemed leaders and innovators in Maori education".

Slashing public sector jobs the right move, New Zealand Initiative says
But the Public Service Association called the plans an "act of wilful destruction" which would decimate crucial services.

Google, Blackstone launch cloud company as Wall Street races to fund AI boom

Catchpoint acquisition by LogicMonitor 'makes a lot of sense'
The deal could help customers move from reactive IT monitoring to predictive AI-driven automation by combining two different data sets.

David Seymour booted from the House after clash with Speaker
The ACT Party leader was ejected from Parliament today after commenting on "the kind of crap" his colleague got from the Speaker.

Man allegedly threw container of meth during foot chase through Waikato street
A 38-year-old man faces meth supply charges after running from police during a vehicle search in Te Aroha.

Police respond to ‘incident’ on remote road near Blenheim
A road near Blenheim is closed as police respond to an incident in the area.