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Wellington council's new sludge minimisation plant faces budget blowout
A budget blowout is expected at Wellington City Council's sludge minimisation plant scheduled for completion next year.

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BBC signs boxing broadcast deal with Boxxer
World-class professional boxing will return to prime-time television after the BBC signs a broadcast deal with Boxxer.

Live: Northland v Southland – NPC round two
Follow live coverage as Northland host Southland at Semenoff Stadium in Whangarei in round two of the National Provincial Championship.

DDoS attacks surge 364% in APAC, driven by AI & hacktivists
DDoS attacks in APAC have surged 364% year-on-year, driven by AI and hacktivists, with service providers and government bodies as prime targets.

More detail on gene tech regulations to come, as industry mulls opportunities
Many scientists say the effective near 30-year ban on the use of gene technologies has held them back from progress.

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Oasis arrive in Edinburgh for Murrayfield shows
Oasis play their first Scottish concerts in 16 years on Friday, Saturday and Tuesday.

Black Caps v Zimbabwe: Second test, day two live updates
All the action from the second test in Bulawayo.

Life coach sentenced over 'king-hit' assault
A judge has suggested Albert James should have employed his conflict-resolution skills rather than punching a golf buddy in the head.