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‘Currently it’s a free for all:’ Now there’s big parking changes coming to one of NZ’s most well known streets
AT says parking in the evenings in Ponsonby has become a “bit of a free for all”.

Conjoined twins in Papua New Guinea 'have a will to live' but face uncertain future
The parents of Tom and Sawong are fighting for surgery for their sons despite medical advice from Papua New Guinean doctors warning against it.

My computer has $18 million worth of RAM in it
RAM prices are on the rise and if they ever returned to 1979 levels then my video editing computer would have nearly NZ$20 million worth of memory.

‘Reckless and dangerous’: Fireworks shot at police on disorder callout
Police say “thankfully no-one was injured” after officers were fired upon on Guy Fawkes night.

Train speeds through unplanned worksite after communication missed
A train passed through a level crossing in Southland at 77kmh, despite a temporary 10kmh speed restriction intended to protect road users and workers on site.

AI companies need to 'start generating some serious income'

Study shows Kiwis taking more sick leave, costing economy $4.17 billion a year
A study showed workers spent an average 6.7 days a year off sick - a more than 20 percent jump on 5.5 days off in 2022.

Fears of AI bubble ‘correction' mount despite Wall St rises
Investors have spurred broad gains on US share markets a day after $880b of sell-offs sparked by worry over AI - but warnings remain of an upcoming AI bubble correction.

BYD Crushes Tesla in the UK: The EV Underdog Just Took the Crown

Visa fee U-turn for man hoping to reunite family

Possible space debris hit delays return of China's astronauts

Pacific fisheries commission hopes to adopt albacore tuna harvest plan
The Western Central Pacific Fisheries Commission hopes to adopt a management procedure for South Pacific albacore tuna at its annual meeting in Manila next month.

Canterbury NPC winner named in Highlanders squad - Super Rugby squad naming day
Follow live coverage as the Super Rugby Pacific squads for 2026 are named throughout the day.

Watch: Mystery mass washes up on NZ beach
Whatever it was, it didn’t smell good.

New Zealand still ranks amongst best in commercial property investment, despite economic downturn
A report showed in addition to long-term growth prospects, New Zealand enjoyed sustained investor confidence.

Foreign investors buy forests, lily bulb plant and meat plant stake
A lily bulb processing plant, production forests and land for a gold mine buffer zone are some of the latest purchases by international investors.

BNZ reports steady profits despite slow economy
Lending increased nearly 5 percent, with home lending rising at nearly three times the growth in business loans.

Auckland school board opposes charter school takeover
Kelston Boys’ High School board says converting to a charter school does not align with the school’s values.

BONK Climbs 2.8% as Price Consolidates Above $0.000012 Support

TON Drops to $1.93 as Altcoins Lag Behind Bitcoin in Risk-Off Crypto Market

ElevenLabs CEO says non-traditional hiring outside LinkedIn led to finding a 'brilliant' researcher working at a call center

Doctor calls for Pharmac funding of weight loss drugs
Medications like Wegovey cost hundreds of dollars a month which is a significant barrier for many patients, a doctor says.

FMA alleges market manipulation of NZX-listed STU shares, by experienced retail investor
The case centres on orders for STU’s shares made between November 2020 and July 2023 via two broking accounts held with ASB Securities.

Oddball Chinese ‘Mini Drone Carrier’ Seen Being Used As A Test Ship

NATO to receive 2026 International Award of the Peace of Westphalia

Kiwis coach calls for greater scrutiny after 'scary' Katoa concussion
Stacey Jones believes there needs to be plenty of surveillance during warmup for matches to make sure there isn't a repeat of the situation that happened to the Tongan player.

Kelston Boys' High board opposes charter takeover bid
The school said it doesn't support or endorse the move

Wesley College launches legal action against ministry after hostel shutdown
Wesley College is taking legal action against the Ministry of Education to keep its dorms open until the end of Term 4.