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Son of late Takutai Tarsh Kemp calls for Maori to register for voting
Te Pati Maori MP Takutai Tarsh Kemp was buried at Opaea Marae at a service attended by over 300 people.

Tommy Solomon statue on Rekohu - Chatham Islands to be restored
Work to restore the statue of the man widely regarded as the last known full-blooded Moriori has begun on Rekohu - Chatham Islands.

Iconic Jaffas to be discontinued for good
Jaffas' parent company RJ's Confectionery says it's sad to say goodbye.

Opposition reacts to shoplifting crackdown as retailers celebrate overdue changes
But retailers say the changes are overdue, with those caught stealing lower-value goods facing fines up to $500 under the proposed law.

Killer of Carmen Thomas to be released on parole
In 2010, Brad Callaghan murdered his former partner, dismembered her and buried her in dense bush before using her cell phone in an effort to show she was still alive.

AI & cloud security top enterprise concerns amid tool sprawl
Thales' 2025 study reveals AI and cloud security top enterprise concerns as 52% of firms shift budgets amid growing complexity and rising cyber threats.

How good have school lunches been in term two?
David Seymour says they are a success, but a principal says the lack of quality "says a lot about how we really don't value our kids".

Flood-hit Nelson-Tasman braces for next big storm
Tasman Mayor Tim King says there's a massive amount of work to be done before the bi storm is expected to hit on Thursday morning.

Kainga Ora cuts new developments as the housing crisis escalates
After a rebuild was cancelled, the former tenants of a social housing development in Auckland have seemingly 'disappeared'.

What tariffs? Philips Hue lights get early Prime Day discounts
As promised, the U.S. retail prices of several key Philips Hue products have jumped in response to tariffs. Just don’t tell anyone at Amazon, where a variety of Hue lights remain on sale in the days leading up to Prime Day. Just to set expectations, the Hue discounts we’re seeing on Amazon aren’t as eye-poppingly steep as we’ve seen during previous Prime Day runups, but they do exist. For example, you can grab a Philips Hue 6-inch White and color ambience downlight for $42.40, a 39-percent discount versus its $69.99 list price and hovering near its all-time low. We also spotted a 2-pack of Hue White candelabra bulbs for $25, down 29 percent, while a kit of two 6-foot Hue indoor White and color ambience LED light strips is $140.99, good for 26 percent off its $189.99 list price. Those deals come just as Philips Hue is raising its prices in response to tariffs levied by the Trump administration. Hue announced last week that price increases were slated to take effect on July 1, and HueBlog notes that retail prices on the official Philips Hue website are showing roughly 10-percent increases for many popular Hue products. The Hue Bridge, for example, is now $65.99 at the Hue online store, versus its previous $59.99 retail price. The 10-foot Hue Solo Lightstrip got a $7 price increase to $76.99, while the Hue Sync Box 8K is now $384.99, up from $349.99. But those Hue price hikes don’t yet appear to have hit Amazon, where the list price for the Hue Bridge is still $59.99–and indeed, the standalone Bridge is now getting a 22-percent Amazon discount to just $46.99. Here are a few more Hue deals on Amazon worth scoping out: Philips Hue Sana Smart Wall Light, White and Color Ambiance, $189 on Amazon (5% off) Philips Hue Smart Light Starter Kit with Hue Bridge, Dimmer Switch, and a pair of A19 White and color ambiance bulbs, $138 on Amazon (14% off) Philips Hue White A19 bulb, 2-pack, $23.46 on Amazon (24% off) Even the modest Hue discounts might be worth snapping up given that the Hue price hikes will likely make their way to Amazon at some point. It’s not clear how long the official Hue price hikes will last, with the company saying just last week that it “reserves the right to modify prices based on new or additional tariffs becoming effective in the future.” This news story is part of TechHive’s in-depth coverage of the best smart lights. Amazon Prime Day is slated to begin July 8 and will run four days this year, concluding on July 11. You must be a Prime member to take advantage of the discounts, but you can always sign up for a 30-day free trial. Be sure to check out our Amazon Prime Day Tech Deals 2025 hub for more great sales across all the tech categories.

Dementia-friendly Puke Ariki book club bring memories flooding back
On this particular day, members found humour in discussing the merits of the Kennedy family.

'Shocked': Owner hit with $1400 fee to have three dogs
The consent fee was on top of the three charges of $90 to register each dog.

'We're cleaning up their mess' - oyster farmers want Watercare to deal with sewage overflow
A group of oyster farmers in the north of Auckland have reached their breaking point over sewage overflow and want the government to intervene.

This 1080p Wi-Fi security camera is a steal for just $16 right now
Whether you’re a parent who wants to keep an eye on your kids even after leaving the room or you’re just worried about your pets chewing on your slippers when left alone, a tiny home security camera will give you peace of mind and help you feel a lot better. Right now, you can get this TP-Link Tapo C200 for only $16, a significant drop from its usual $30 price. That’s a stark 47% discount and it now matches the lowest price it’s ever been. Not bad! The Tapo C200 wireless security camera is small and, despite its price, comes packed with a range of nifty features. First, by hooking it up to the Tapo app, you can remotely control where the camera is pointed. This pan-and-tilt camera has 360 degrees of horizontal panning and 114 degrees of vertical tilting, so you can pretty much point it wherever you want. The camera can track and follow activity within its field of view, too, which is amazing for a device that’s only $16. Other awesome features include a 24/7 live feed, plus motion sensors that can send notifications when triggered. The videos are all in 1080p, including at night, and you can also use the Tapo app to communicate through the camera via two-way audio. As with any Tapo cam, you can store recorded footage on the cloud (requires a subscription) or on a microSD card up to 128GB in capacity (sold separately). If you don’t have a home security camera, there’s never been a better time or price to get one. The TP-Link Tapo C200 is a steal for just $16, so snag it while this limited-time deal is still hot! Save 47% and score this 1080p Wi-Fi security camera for cheap!Buy now at Amazon