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DevOps platforms see surge in outages & downtime in 2024 report
DevOps platforms like Jira and Azure DevOps saw notable surges in outages and security incidents in 2024, causing significant downtime and disruption globally.

Hybrid onboarding found most effective, research reveals gaps
Research shows hybrid onboarding is most effective, with 75% satisfaction, while gaps remain in AI use and personalised learning during induction.

Class action against ASB and ANZ banks for overcharging customers offers to settle for more than $300m
The case involves more than 150,000 customers who were impacted by overcharging of fees and interest.

Retail crime advisory group spends $500k in three months
The government is defending a half-million dollar spend-up in 100 days by its retail crime advisory group, but Labour says it is a hard sum of money to stomach.

Awanui lab workers settle on 9.2 percent salary increase after six months of strike action
The settlement for APEX union members would be a relief to all members, APEX's national secretary says.

The key levers of an enterprise’s growth - AI focus, innovative culture, and strategic partners
Enterprises drive growth by aligning AI advancements with innovative cultures and strategic partnerships, unlocking real outcomes and long-term success.

Parents complain kids getting burns, skin infections from popular nappies
The company denied the allegations, saying it had not seen an increase in complaints and its products did not cause nappy rash.

Woman who died in crash on SH1 in north Otago identified
Emergency services were called to the crash near Moeraki Boulders Rd by Hampden about 4.20pm on Sunday.

Kiwi couple the first over-70s Hyrox world champions
Sophia and Bob Warren started training for the endurance event just weeks before their first competition. They've now done it three times, including a spin at the World Champs in Chicago.

Police officer found to have engaged in sexual activity while on duty
There was insufficient evidence to prosecute the officer, however, they resigned as a result.

Ransomware, AI & vendor risks drive billions in 2025 breaches
Ransomware, AI-powered attacks and vendor risks drive billions in cyber breach costs in 2025, with retail the hardest hit sector globally.

Major gap found between HR spend & employees’ top priorities
Research by Inclusively reveals a major gap between HR spending and employees’ top priorities, urging firms to fund flexible work and mental health support in 2026.

Neighbour describes being first on the scene of triple-fatal Waiuku crash
A woman and two children were killed in Waiuku when their car left the road on Tuesday.

Rugby player convicted for post-match handshakes assault
A Taranaki rugby player, who knocked out an opponent during post-match handshakes, has been convicted of assault, and fined $300.

Police seek information about fatal crash near Te Kuiti last Friday
Police want to hear from anyone who witnessed a fatal crash involving two vehicles and a boat near Te Kuiti last Friday.

Two Dunedin club rugby players suspended after secretly filming and posting intimate videos of student
The Dunedin club rugby players pleaded guilty to two charges of making an intimate visual recording and posting the video without consent.

‘Undie-niably annoying’ as flushed undies tangle up a newly-upgraded Auckland wastewater pump
The pump, located in Judges Bay, Parnell, was blocked after someone attempted to flush their underwear leaving the system literally tangled in fabric.

Witnesses sought after boat disconnects from SUV on state highway, killing one
Police are seeking more information after a fatal crash on State Highway 3 in King Country last week.

The McRib is back, here’s what you need to know
McDonald’s has brought back a fan favourite, after six years.