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Why are there so few rules for the millions of cats that damage our biodiversity?
The government seems uninterested in the problem, but there are many different people desperate to get cats under control - including a National Party MP.

20 years of Fat Freddy's Drop celebrated in new exhibition
In 2005, the now-iconic New Zealand band released their first studio album, Based On A True Story. The tale behind it is now being told in a new museum show.

Xbox Fullscreen Experience now available on ‘all’ Windows handhelds
The Xbox Fullscreen Experience is what makes the Asus ROG Xbox Ally, well, an Xbox—at least according to the marketing. But now the handheld’s signature feature is available for the competition. After launching in preview on the MSI Claw and getting enabled by tweaking some early Insider builds, Microsoft says...

IT’s human side of cyber incidents and digital transformation
In 2026, successful cyber incident response and digital transformation hinge on human clarity and calm, despite rapid AI and tech advances reshaping IT landscapes.

Race for World Cup places: Which All Whites are on the plane to North America?
ANALYSIS: Darren Bazeley has a strong core in place, but some decisions still to make around the fringes.

The difficult questions NZ Rugby must ask Razor after All Blacks’ Grand Slam failure
The All Blacks are in a no-win situation in Cardiff after failing to beat England last weekend and NZ Rugby should be preparing to ask the tough questions.

Open home planner: Five Christchurch homes you won’t want to miss
The Garden City has been in full bloom the last 12 months, and the housing market is flourishing.

Bowling greens over skate parks: Welcome to life in New Zealand’s ‘oldest’ towns
Not the oldest in terms of date of settlement - that’s Russell. The oldest in terms of the people who live there.

‘Chillingly familiar’: Why the McSkimming report hit hard for sex workers and a waitress
The scathing IPCA report on police handling of complaints about Jevon McSkimming has resurfaced concerns in two high profile cases

5 common mistakes to avoid when buying a gaming mouse
If you’re looking for a new gaming mouse, you’ve probably looked at all of the options out there–maybe you’ve made up your mind. Before you pull the trigger, you’ve got to take a look at the list below, which covers some of the most common mistakes made when buying a...

The Detail: The politicians missing from libraries
Two big political memoirs have hit the bookshops this year - but which high profile politicians are missing from the shelves.

Why smart IT teams should solve device management before chasing AI
Small firms expanding remotely face device management chaos, risking compliance crises and productivity loss before AI adoption can begin properly.

Anker’s fast 6-device USB charging station drops 45% for Black Friday
Sick and tired of how inefficient your regular power strip is? Then this 6-in-1 Anker Prime USB charging station might just be the best thing you get this holiday shopping season, especially now that it’s dropped a whopping 45% thanks to this Black Friday special. Instead of spending $110, you...

Phoenix committed to high line despite derby defeat
The Phoenix will welcome back a key defender for their match against Macarthur on Saturday.

The great protein hype: Are you being misled by ‘protein-washing’?
The benefits of protein are pushed all over social media, but an expert says most of us are getting enough.

Invention and scandal: The rather colourful life of Wellington's first aviator
A charismatic figure, Arthur Schaef dreamed of a place in the history books. But that was all brought crashing down to earth.

‘Bermuda Triangle of cats’: Owners fear missing pets are being targeted by ‘rogue elements’
Badger hasn’t been seen since early November. “He didn’t deserve to disappear like that.”

Holiday nightmare: How a Kiwi Corrections officer’s US trip ended in prison
Marcus Good, a Corrections officer at Rolleston Prison, went on holiday to New Orleans. Now he’s behind bars, after assaulting a federal officer.

AI adoption to double ROI by 2026 amid rising cloud costs
AI adoption is set to double ROI by 2026 as businesses move to focused integration amid security challenges, says Harness Field CTO Martin Reynolds.