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Bird flu 'hoax' claims spread online
Disinformation researchers say people online have recast the first bird flu cases as a Covid sequel.

Toxic weed Madagascar ragwort identified in Wairarapa for first time
The weed has the potential to become a significant problem for pastoral farmers in New Zealand, following its discovery on farmland in South Wairarapa.

'Under pressure' seed and grain seek green shoots in challenging market
Market pressures are mounting on New Zealand's small but significant agricultural seed and grain sectors, considered vital to the $64 billion food and fibre industries.

Coalition clash as justice committee pushes to water down move-on orders
Officially, there was unanimous agreement to stop move-on orders be used against teenagers - but NZ First leader Winston Peters said he still wanted teenagers to be included in the bill.

Case of whooping cough identified at Auckland's Orewa College
Families have been asked to watch out for symptoms.

Financial Markets Authority chief executive Samantha Barrass quits
Samantha Barrass had been suspended from her role earlier, pending an internal investigation into complaints.

Teradata links Autonomous Knowledge Platform to OneLake
Customers can analyse data without copying it, as the link between Teradata and Microsoft OneLake cuts pipeline costs and governance overhead.

Former Queensland legend to take over as State of Origin coach
The former star winger is set to be named as Billy Slater’s replacement for the 2027 State of Origin series.

Speed bump removal divides Nelson residents
Residents in Nelson's Tahunanui Hills are divided over speed bumps intended to slow traffic and reduce rat-running on the streets above State Highway 6.

‘It’s a relief’: Body found in search for son believed to have killed his mother
Police investigating an October 2025 homicide in Pahiatua have found a body at Lake Rotokakahi near Rotorua.

Watch: From Star Wars to Banksy, the art is with you at new Lucas Museum
The museum, founded Star Wars creator George Lucas and his wife, will feature more than 1,200 works of art.

Crusaders No 10 to play for Chiefs in 2027 after Richie Mo'unga return
First five-eighth returns north after Josh Jacomb's exit to the Highlanders.

Weather: Wind threatens Auckland Harbour Bridge closure
Travel across the vital connection might be disrupted on Friday, transport officials have warned.

FMA chief executive Samantha Barrass leaves amid turmoil
She had been suspended and was seeking reinstatement through the Employment Relations Authority.

Allegations revealed after Dunedin councillor facing trespass leaks letter
A controversial first-term councillor faces a ban from the University of Otago campus, and has leaked a letter which reveals allegations of ‘unwanted physical proximity’.

Fake parking QR codes discovered in Wellington
Wellingtonians urged to be vigilant over parking scams after about a dozen fake stickers removed from parking meters around the capital.

Peacock Bros rebrands Organic Bay Distillery packaging
The redesign is already helping the Bonbeach distiller draw more attention in shops and at trade shows, lifting its perceived value.

Students could miss out if National Library staff cuts go ahead, librarians say
Library's services to schools could be cut by more than a third, School Library Association's president says.

Middlemore Hospital nurses reportedly asked to work despite calling in sick
The hospital in South Auckland has been under significant pressure in recent weeks as emergency department presentations and staff sickness increase.

Lumify names new chief executive to tackle skills gap
Employers' AI investment is outpacing retraining, prompting Lumify to expand its leadership as it targets the workforce skills gap.