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Watch: Parliament to debate police failings at heart of Jevon McSkimming scandal
Parliament will hold a debate after suppression lifted yesterday on key details.

Watch live: Urgent Parliament debate into damning report in police handling of McSkimming saga
Ministers have called findings of a police cover-up extremely concerning and "a massive failure".

We don't craft AI, we grow it
AI isn’t built but grown; we cultivate intelligence that emerges unpredictably, raising urgent ethical issues about control and alignment.

When are the public holidays in 2026 and how can I maximise my annual leave?
How to use the fewest annual leave days, for the longest stretch of time off. Plus, the key dates to be aware of.

President Trump's granddaughter brings buzz to LPGA tournament
Kai Trump, the granddaughter of President Donald Trump, will be making her LPGA debut this week in The Annika at Pelican Golf Club.

Why the current housing market is working for first-home buyers
Lower interest rates may be saving first-home buyers more than $480 a month, and helping more people into the property market.

Labour the most popular party in latest poll, but coalition holds power
A new political poll shows Labour in the lead as the most popular party, while the centre-right coalition holds on to the balance of power.

New Relic launches AI-driven GitHub tools for secure coding
New Relic launches AI-powered GitHub integrations to automate code security and observability, boosting developer productivity and simplifying workflows.

Food delivery service Menulog to shut down after two decades
The closure leaves Uber Eats and DoorDash dominating Australia’s increasingly competitive food delivery market.

New consoles used to come out every five years – so where's the PlayStation 6?
On the fifth anniversary of the PlayStation 5, the firm says its focus remains on its current console.

Amendments to proposed anti-stalking law a good start, advocacy group says
But advocacy group Aotearoa Free From Stalking says the amendments do not go far enough.

How women can continue to foster fulfilling high-tech careers in the AI age
Women comprise just 20% of Australia's tech workforce, yet specialising and lifelong learning can help them thrive in the evolving AI-driven IT sector.

Manu Samoa hands debut to former Wallaby in Rugby World Cup qualifier
Manu Samoa's campaign to secure a spot at the 2027 Rugby World Cup has been bolstered by the inclusion of the former Australian international.

Pasifika Sipoti in brief for 19 November
A round-up of sports newsfrom around the region, including Pacific teams rising up the international rugby league rankings.

Watch: Springboks player banned for high tackle
Springboks lock Lood de Jager will miss the rest of South Africa's European rugby tour after he was suspended for four games for his red card against France.

Congestion charging one step closer to reality - but questions remain
Legislation that will give NZTA and councils the power to bring in time-of-use charging passed its third and final reading in Parliament on Tuesday.

How did police stop ministers from hearing about their disgraced deputy?
The police top brass stepped in to stop ministers receiving emails about Jevon McSkimming, Police Minister Mark Mitchell has revealed.

Elastic unveils Streams & DiskBBQ to transform AI log & data search
Elastic launches Streams and DiskBBQ to boost AI log analysis and affordable vector search, helping engineers manage vast data efficiently and cost-effectively.

Phishing attacks surge as criminals exploit trusted platforms in 2025
Phishing attacks surged in 2025, with a 67% rise exploiting trusted platforms like Zoom and PayPal, and a 449% increase in phone-based vishing incidents targeting businesses.