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How many public sector roles are going, and from where?
Jobs are on the chopping block as the sector scrambles to meet the Finance Minister's cost-cutting targets.

'Significant' disruptions on Auckland train network after rail problems
The Onehunga Line has been suspended until further notice, as has part of the Western Line.

Mental Health Foundation staff cuts loom, with funding falling behind rising costs
Chief executive Shaun Robinson said it has not had any government funding cut, but government-funded contracts have not kept pace with rising costs.

Netflix to stop reporting key subscriber numbers
The streaming giant also said it added 9.3 million subscribers in the first three months of the year.

Russia launches new Angara A5 heavy-lift rocket on 4th orbital test mission (photos)

Thousands protest again in Tel Aviv for release of hostages

Brazil's president creates two new Indigenous territories, bringing total in his term to 10

Government sent 'please explain' letter to Wellington City Council over transport disagreement
The contents were revealed in correspondence from Simeon Brown and Chris Bishop to Wellington's Mayor.

Dengue fever outbreak to be declared in Samoa
More than 250 cases have now been reported in the country.

We want 20mph speed limit, say worried villagers
The 20mph limit is controversial, but a petition calls for it to be introduced in two villages.

Aspinall beats Smith to win Premier League night 12
Nathan Aspinall beats Michael Smith 6-4 in the final to win night 12 of Premier League Darts in Rotterdam.

'Sorry, I didn't get that question' - Moyes frosty with reporter
West Ham boss David Moyes is involved in a frosty exchange with a reporter after being asked about his future after their Europa League exit.

'I see a team under stress' - Klopp departure 'weighing' on Liverpool
Two weeks ago, Liverpool were top of the Premier League and had a favourable route to the Europa League final - things now look very different as Jurgen Klopp's departure looms.

The Papers: EU olive branch and PM targets 'sick note culture'
EU plans to offer visas to UK students and measures to tackle the UK's benefits bill lead the papers.

Department of Conservation closing Dunedin centre, but no jobs lost
Visitor habits are changing and DOC needs to adapt in a financially sustainable way, its operations director says.

Taylor Swift's The Tortured Poets Department: Fans react as new album is apparently leaked
Taylor Swift fans have been sent into something of a frenzy after her new album, The Tortured Poets Department, appears to have leaked online early.

Man found dead in vehicle named as Patrick Rewiti
Police have revealed the name of the man who was found dead in a burnt-out vehicle in Hastings.

Supercars set to drive millions into Taupo economy
Hotels are fully booked and nearly 66,000 supercar fans are expected in Taupo over the weekend.

Fonterra appoints permanent COO
Fonterra has today announced Anna Palairet has been permanently appointed into the role of Chief Operating Officer (COO). Anna has been acting in the position since June 2023

'Tender ballots', counting venue issues: Solomon Islands election results coming in at a trickle
Human error and venue complications hampered the first day of counting in Solomon Islands but a steady stream of provisional results are expected today as more counting centres come online.

Raducanu beats Noskova to set up Swiatek quarter-final
Emma Raducanu will face world number one Iga Swiatek in the quarter-finals of the Stuttgart Open after beating Linda Noskova in straight sets.

Villa thought Martinez had been sent off before penalty heroics in win
Aston Villa reach their first major European semi-final since 1982 with a chaotic penalty shootout victory over Lille in the Europa Conference League.

Chinese cities sinking under their own weight
Extracting ground water for growing urban populations causes half of China's big cities to sink.