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Crashes block highways in Bay of Plenty and Northland
SH29 over the Kaimai Range has been blocked after a three-vehicle crash, and a crash near Kaikohe has blocked SH12 in Northland.

Auckland bus, ferry, train fares set to rise for many - but there are some winners
Auckland Transport is increasing fares for some and scrapping its 10 percent discount for off-peak travel.

Device Authority enhances IoT security tools for MSSPs
Device Authority is boosting its support for Managed Service Security Providers in North America with new security tools and investments to enhance IoT management.

Three-vehicle crash closes main route over Kaimai Range
The crash about on Friday morning had closed SH29 at Lower Kaimai, and it may be some time before the scene was cleared, police said.

Cisco launches AI Defense to secure AI application use
Cisco has unveiled Cisco AI Defense, a comprehensive solution aimed at securing the development and use of AI applications in enterprises amid growing safety concerns.

Queensland battered by hail, winds
More than 1700 residents remain without power after a storm with winds possibly stronger than 90km/h fell trees.

Tessell wins 'Best Cloud Infrastructure' at 2025 awards
Tessell has clinched the title of Best Cloud Infrastructure at The Cloud Awards 2025, recognising its advancements in multi-cloud database management.

'Passion tax': How being enthusiastic about your job can lead to exploitation and what can be done
Would you call yourself a passionate worker? Turns out it might encourage your boss to ask a lot more.

Funding being sought for solar energy farm for Stewart Island Rakiura
Finance is being sought to provide a solar energy farm for Stewart Island Rakiura residents.

Vanuatu one month on: aftershocks, a no-go zone and anxiety
Downtown Port Vila remains a no-go zone; Star Wharf is still out of action and some areas have not had their water supply reconnected.

Cybercriminals exploiting AI to enhance attack methods
A new report by HP Wolf Security reveals cybercriminals are increasingly using malware kits and generative AI to enhance attack sophistication.

Leaseweb Global unveils new VPS infrastructure at EUR �3.99
Leaseweb Global has launched a new Virtual Private Server infrastructure, offering tailored solutions for businesses starting at EUR �3.99 per month.

Apple halts AI news alerts after errors
The tech giant was facing pressure to pull the feature after it made repeated mistakes.

Identity security report highlights AI's growing role
A recent report from Delinea reveals that nearly half of security leaders prioritise safeguarding credentials as identity threats surge ahead of 2025.

Ransomware attacks soared in 2024, new groups emerge
ReliaQuest's latest analysis reveals a 43% rise in ransomware victims in Q4 2024, with 13 new groups emerging, including Akira, which named 71 victims in December.

The life of iconic director David Lynch
Lynch was considered a master of surrealism and one of the most innovative filmmakers of his generation.

Level 1 NCEA literacy and numeracy pass rates fall
The Qualifications Authority is pointing to new literacy and numeracy requirements as the cause of falling Level 1 pass rates.

LDA & BittWare launch FPGA products for varied sectors
LDA Technologies has joined forces with BittWare to launch high-performance FPGA products, enhancing data processing for sectors like quantum computing and defence.

Slain police officer farewelled as a life saver and 'fearless' matriarch
Senior Sergeant Lyn Fleming, 62, was laid to rest on Thursday following a funeral with full police honours.

Thousands of homes planned for Hawke�s Bay but there�s no extra water
The aquifers in the Hawke's Bay will not be giving up any more water than they do today.