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Recruiters urged to integrate AI as job applications surge 42%
Job applications have surged 42%, prompting recruiters to explore AI tools to boost efficiency while preserving hiring quality amid growing demands.

Big changes possible for social service funding
The head of Social Investment Agency says it's looking to allow for a more streamlined approach for organisations to access funding in light of a damning report on Oranga Tamariki.

Cathay boosts efficiency with expanded automation & AI tools
Cathay Airways boosts operations with UiPath AI, deploying 160+ bots across 20 departments to enhance efficiency and customer experience post-pandemic.

The camera tech propelling shows like Adolescence
Whole TV shows shot in one long take are made possible by new lightweight cameras.

OFC Women's Champions League: Auckland United, Hekari FC cruise into final
Both teams powered their way through the semifinals in Papeete on Thursday, after securing 6-1 wins against Ba and Henderson Eels respectively.

Police remain at Auckland primary school after lockdown
The school went into lockdown "because of a concern to student welfare".

South Island in firing line as wet, windy weather expected this weekend
MetService has issued 10 heavy rain watches.

Auckland’s Peninsula Primary School in Te Atatu Peninsula in lockdown, police on scene
Parents of the West Auckland primary school have been told not to make contact.

The secret marriage that helped a couple defraud OT out of $2m
Neha Sharma appeared to be an honest, hard-working property manager. Her husband ran a construction company. No-one knew they were married.

Air NZ flight from New York to Auckland cancelled due to ‘medical emergency’
In an email sent to travellers, the airline apologised.

Trans-Tasman Resources welcomes latest approval in step to seabed mining
Controversial seabed mining company Trans-Tasman Resources has passed the next stage towards gaining fast-track approval after the Environmental Protection Authority approved its mining application on Thursday.

Is it actually a good time to buy a house?
Twice this week, first-home buyers have been told it might be their big chance to get into the market.

Fletcher Building Divisional Restructure, Executive Changes
Fletcher Building has announced that, coming out of its ongoing strategic review, its Australian Division will be disestablished as a standalone division, with its operating businesses integrated into two new trans-Tasman divisions:

BioCatch & The Knoble launch toolkit to bolster scam defences
BioCatch and The Knoble have launched a toolkit to help banks quantify losses and build a business case for stronger authorised push payment scam prevention.

Emerging AI security risks exposed in Pangea's global study
Pangea's study reveals significant security risks in AI deployment, with one in ten prompt injection attacks bypassing basic defences in corporate systems.

Russian group Sednit using webmail flaws to target Ukraine allies
ESET reveals Operation RoundPress: a cyberespionage campaign using XSS on webmail, targeting governments and defence linked to Ukraine conflict.

Pharmacist's registration cancelled after selling stolen medication for $126k on Trade Me
Over four years, he made 6000 listings through two Trade Me accounts.

Formula 1: Liam Lawson banking on Imola experience to end 2025 slump
The Kiwi boasts plenty of experience racing in northern Italy.

Driver flees police after being clocked driving 180kph on motorway
A driver was clocked speeding along a motorway, but went faster when police tried to stop the vehicle.