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Nine in 10 NHS staff use AI in their work, survey says
Nine in 10 clinicians are already using AI to ease NHS admin overload, as staff say patients are largely supportive of the technology.

Kate Nash on Irish history, heritage and covering Sinéad O'Connor
Kate Nash will perform at The Mac as part of the fringe programme for the Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann

Armed police carry out planned search warrant in Whanganui
A police spokesperson said the operation on Wednesday afternoon was linked to an existing investigation.

Over one third of 15 to 24-year-olds were unemployed or underemployed last quarter
Over 400,000 people were underutilised in April, May and June this year, up by 32,000 from the first three months of the year.

Has the AI race shifted from U.S. vs China to open vs closed?

After his shock All Blacks omission, Wellington flanker has a new position
In a selection shocker, the specialist openside flanker will start in the midfield for Wellington in Saturday’s NPC clash against Auckland.

Farming skills programme launched for at-risk young people
More than 50 young people in the lower North Island will take part in a pilot programme designed to connect them with careers in the primary sector.

Person arrested after reported firearm incident in west Auckland
One person has been arrested after police responded to a family harm incident in west Auckland where a firearm was reported to have been presented.

English 'didn't have to compete' for official status - Maori Language Commissioner
Te reo Maori has had to fight for recognition after generations of suppression, while English has long dominated life in Aotearoa, professor Rawinia Higgins says.

Asia Pacific data centre pipeline hits record 26.5GW
Power shortages are steering new builds towards emerging markets as Asia Pacific's data centre pipeline climbs to a record 26.5GW.

Fears young people slipping through gaps in mental health data
There are concerns young people seeking mental health support are slipping through gaps in the data if their referrals are declined when they reach out for help.

The Mummy film ad banned from London Underground
Posters for Lee Cronin’s horror film The Mummy depicting a dead child are "too realistic".

SAP Concur warns of travel expense compliance risks
Half of business travellers admit bending expense rules, as unapproved AI use and weak approvals add to finance teams' compliance worries.

Watch this kereru’s painfully awkward attempt at romance
A lovestruck kereru has been filmed performing an elaborate mating display to a ceramic garden ornament near Akaroa.

What will cold snap mean for your power bill?
Power consumption has hit record levels already this week and with no end in sight for the frigid temperatures, it's likely to just get worse.

After 19 years caring for a disabled child, this parent can’t pursue back pay
A parent who provided full-time care for their profoundly disabled child for nearly two decades has been barred from seeking back pay and employee status because their claim was filed too late.

Fire crews tackle house blaze in East Auckland
Four trucks were sent to the fire at a residential address in Point England.

More cold weather on the way: 'There's going to be plenty of negative temperatures'
The southerly fronts that brought snow on Tuesday have given way to a ridge of high pressure, bringing still, clear and icy cold conditions.

Crews battle fully involved house fire in Auckland
Firefighters are battling a large house fire in Auckland’s Point England on Wednesday afternoon.

CCTV captures moment school kids are hit by car during violent Epsom attack
A man allegedly stole a Good Samaritan’s car before ploughing into five high school student cyclists and killing a woman’s dog during a frenzied series of attacks in Auckland’s Epsom.