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Thoughtworks report highlights generative AI influence & trends
Thoughtworks has unveiled its 32nd Technology Radar report, exploring generative AI's impact and key software development trends in a rapidly evolving tech landscape.

How Chiefs centurion was recruited in a Bombay petrol station
Shaun Stevenson’s journey to 100 games was eventful from the very start, after a shy Auckland schoolkid and his mum met with Dave Rennie at the Bombay BP.

Tasman 'dodged a bullet' in weather event
The forecast rain fell as expected, but Golden Bay escaped without any major impacts. Still, several roads have been closed in Nelson because of high river levels.

No plea from murder accused
A man who allegedly murdered a 32-year-old man in Palmerston North on March 11 has been remanded in custody until his next appearance, but suppression orders are in place to protect his identity and fair trial rights.

Select committee recommends controversial Treaty Principles Bill not proceed
The justice committee kicked ACT’s bill to the kerb following hundreds of thousands of written submissions, hundreds of speakers, and mammoth opposition marches.

New laws needed for high-risk offenders, Law Commission says
The country needs an entirely new set of laws to manage high-risk offenders safely and more humanely, the Law Commission says.

Watch live: David Seymour replies as select committee calls for Treaty Principles Bill to be scrapped
David Seymour faces questions after Parliament's Justice Committee recommends that the Treaty Principles Bill go no further.

Utimaco launches Quantum Protect for post-quantum security
Utimaco has unveiled Quantum Protect, a Post Quantum Cryptography application package and simulator, addressing quantum threats to secure future digital assets.

'Watching football hurts' - Williams seeking return
Former Manchester United defender Brandon Williams says it "hurts watching football" after being without an employer since last summer.

'Nonsense to make Stokes white-ball captain'
Michael Vaughan believes it would be "nonsense" and "selfish" for England to make Ben Stokes a white-ball captain.

Justice Select committee calls for Treaty Principles Bill to be scrapped
Parliament's Justice Committee has recommended the Treaty Principles Bill go no further.

Matatu dare to dream
A second Super Rugby Aupiki title would be the perfect way to start what’s a big year for captain Alana Bremner.

Four arrests, more than 80 stolen items recovered in Auckland raid
Auckland Central Area Commander Inspector Grant Tetzlaff says the search uncovered "an Aladdin’s cave of stolen property" linked to multiple burglaries at businesses and apartments over the past month.

Candy popcorn batch recalled for fears of metal screw
A batch of NZ-owned Dr Bugs Fruit Candy Popcorn has been recalled after fears the batch may contain a metal screw, MPI says.

Stuart Smith: Health plans must do what is best for New Zealanders
OPINION: Why would we want a bipartisan plan approach when Labour prefers a health system that prioritises bureaucracy over access to timely, quality healthcare?

Pacific news in brief for 4 April
A round-up of news fom around the region, including assurances provided to Vanuatu government that funds paid to Airbus for the purchase of A220 aircraft will be returned.

Home detention for PAYE fraud topping $500,000
Victoria Sabrina Kalapa was charged with aiding or abetting a company she controlled to make PAYE deductions which were not paid to Inland Revenue.

The JobSeeker on a benefit for 40 years
Official data reveals the longest period current beneficiaries have been receiving support.

Who has made Troy's Premier League team of the week?
After every round of Premier League matches this season, Troy Deeney gives us his team of the week. Do you agree with his choices?