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My Mastermind performance was shocking but at least I am not a cheat like Steve Smith
OPINION: If I’m guilty of anything, it is having bad general knowledge. And that is better than being a cheat, writes Monty Panesar.

Te Pati Maori turns down hui offer
The chairperson of Te Runanga A Iwi o Ngapuhi says he is "extremely disheartened" by Te Pati Maori declining an invitation to meet with Te Tai Tokerau voters.

Auckland slavery case: Man found guilty of treating young people as property
Moeaia Tuai, 63, had been on trial in Auckland for two charges of dealing in slaves, two rapes and assaults, and other sexual offences.

Procure Connect to manage NZD $51.5 billion in public spending
New Zealand launches Procure Connect to streamline management of NZD $51.5 billion public spending, boosting efficiency and access for local businesses.

APAC surge in agentic AI adoption sparks new cyber risks focus
Asia-Pacific firms are rapidly adopting autonomous AI agents, raising new cybersecurity risks linked to managing AI system identities and access permissions.

Oceania Healthcare posts profit, despite revenue drop
The company's total unit sales rose 5 percent to 271 units, including 161 care suites and 110 independent living units.

Auckland Pride takes legal action over scrapping of transgender inclusive sports guidelines
Documents show Minister Mark Mitchell did not consider legal obligations when he ordered Sport NZ to scrap its transgender inclusive community sport guidelines, it says.

MyRepsoft unveils AI platform to automate financial data entry
Auckland's MyRepsoft has launched an AI platform that automates financial data entry, cutting labour costs and boosting efficiency by 85% for enterprises.

Google DeepMind opens Singapore lab to drive AI in Asia Pacific
Google DeepMind has launched its first Southeast Asian lab in Singapore to advance AI research and support regional language, culture, and innovation initiatives.

Killer Nathan Boulter investigated four years ago for rape allegations when he was 14
But police said, after reviewing all the available evidence, it did not reach the threshold to prosecute Nathan Boulter.

Police Minister's staff replied to Jevon McSkimming accuser's emails
Emails containing allegations about Jevon McSkimming were forwarded to Mark Mitchell's minsiterial office, months before he says he was made aware of charges.

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Rights groups condemn Israel Police decision to ban Sudan Genocide protests nationwide

Hamas Navy head, engineer of Khan Yunis tunnel network killed in Gaza, IDF confirms

IDF uncovers 7 km.-long Gaza terror tunnel where Hamas held Hadar Goldin

Gaza humanitarian efforts reach key milestone as UNICEF vaccinates some 13,000 children

Full statement by Chelsey Field, mum to August, Hugo and Goldie who died in the Sanson house fire
Field, whose chidlren died in a fire in Sanson has spoken out for the first time. These are her words in full.

How NZ workers can double holiday breaks with 2026 leave hacks
In 2026, New Zealand workers can potentially double holiday breaks by strategically using annual leave around Easter, Anzac Day and other public holidays.

Tech marketing in 2026 shifts to evidence & unified messaging
Tech marketing in 2026 will prioritise clear, unified messaging and strong customer evidence over high-volume tactics to drive measurable business results.

ERoad slumps to $144m loss in wake of setbacks in North America
The transport software company saw a major accounting write-down in its North American assets, which didn't deliver to expectations.

Kelly Tarlton's Final Treasure Hunt named Podcast of the Year
A podcast that led to the discovery of one of New Zealand's oldest European artefacts has been named podcast of the Year at the NZ Podcast Awards.

‘Next man up’: All Blacks No 7 insists they won’t be strangers after mass changes
The All Blacks are counting on a refreshed side to improve the mood against Wales after naming an unrecognisable line-up from their England defeat.