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Instant fines, tougher sentences for shoplifters on the way
Shoplifters could be issued on-the-spot tickets up to $1000 as part of the government's latest crime crackdown.

New fines, longer prison sentences coming for shoplifters
It follows the Government's adoption of citzen's arrest powers.

Cohesity marks sixth year as Gartner Leader for data protection
Cohesity has been named a Leader for the sixth consecutive year in Gartner's 2025 Magic Quadrant for Backup and Data Protection Platforms.

Fortinet named Leader in 2025 Gartner Magic Quadrant for LAN
Fortinet named Leader in 2025 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Enterprise LAN, praised for AI-powered security and integrated wired and wireless network solutions.

Woman saves dog's bacon after being charged by large pig in Canterbury's Pegasus
A woman in the North Canterbury township of Pegasus was surprised to see a large pig wandering local streets before beating a retreat when it charged at her.

'Know what we sign up for': Ex-Kiwis star endorses RUNIT event despite knockout
Kevin Proctor says he’s fine after being knocked out at the RUNIT 02 in Dubai on Sunday and predicts the promotion will only get bigger.

6-month-old baby critically injured at Foxton Beach home
The baby was initially taken to Palmerston North Hospital and later airlifted to Starship Hospital, where he remains in a critical condition.

Youth MPs say they were told to avoid criticising the government
A group of young people taking part in Youth Parliament have reported restrictions on what they can say in their speeches.

Body found in water off Waiheke Island
A member of the public discovered the body near The Esplanade at Oneroa on Tuesday morning.

As Squid Game ends, South Koreans return to the reality that inspired it
The show's themes of unemployment and inequality are all too relatable for Korean viewers.

Government urges Pharmac, Medsafe to embrace artificial intelligence
Associate Health Minister David Seymour says he has recently written to the agencies and both have replied positively.

Government moves to crack down on shoplifting with tougher penalties
It has unveiled new measures aimed at curbing shoplifting, including tougher penalties for low-level theft.

APAC leaders show lowest AI confidence but see steady ROI gains
Asia-Pacific leaders show the lowest confidence in AI effectiveness globally, yet 70% report steady ROI gains from current AI investments.

Telesmart joins AoG Marketplace to provide secure network services
Telesmart joins New Zealand's AoG Marketplace, offering secure network management services meeting strict government security standards for public sector use.

Te Pati Maori MP Takutai Tarsh Kemp laid to rest
The Te Pati Maori MP died suddenly last week prompting an outpouring of grief from fellow MPs and the public.

Watch: Tennis player hits Wimbledon-record 246kph serve, but loses the point
The 6-foot-8 Giovanni Mpetshi Perricard bettered the previous Wimbledon mark of 238kph, by Taylor Dent in 2010.

Insurers see 'unprecedented' claims levels
The growth in claims is being driven by public waiting lists, medical inflation and changing attitudes towards preventive healthcare

Apple eyes major change to Siri
Apple is considering a blockbuster move as it looks to close the gap on its rivals in the artificial intelligence race.

Fauono Ken Laban: first Pacific candidate for Lower Hutt mayoralty
As the son of Samoan migrants who built their life in Wainuiomata, Fauono is a well-known broadcaster, community leader, and former police officer.

Six-month-old baby found with critical injuries in Foxton
Police are working to establish how the baby boy came to be injured.