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Fragmented procurement hampers value delivery in the ANZ public sector
Research reveals fragmented procurement, skill gaps, and low tech investment hinder value delivery in Australia and New Zealand's public sector contracting.

Lunch funding to be tied to attendance for hundreds more schools
Next year funding for school lunches delivered through the internal model will be tied to attendance.

Fears of regional council staff exodus to Australia
Westland mayor Helen Lash is promising West Coast Regional Council staff that their jobs will be secure during the coming upheavals of local government reform.

The $14 product giving one dad ‘nightmares’, as he faces a massive house clean up
Two fathers are dealing with the aftermath of their kids playing with contaminated coloured sand toys from Kmart, and it’s all gotten a bit messy.

Kaoss Price's mum files judicial review over her son's death in police shooting
The legal action follows the police’s decision not to prosecute or pursue disciplinary action against the officer who shot and killed her son.

Dog attack on child prompts call for on-leash areas in Kawerau
Several incidents with unleashed dogs, including a child recently being bitten on the face, have led a Kawerau woman to request the council create an on-leash area.

Hands-on Review: Apple Watch SE 3 the sleek, stylish and irresistible option
The Apple Watch SE 3 in Starlight offers a sleek, stylish design and essential features that enhance daily health, connectivity, and safety with ease and comfort.

Keychron’s fantastic K10 Pro mechanical keyboard hits its lowest price ever
If you’re sick of your keyboard and want to take control of your key commands, then this Black Friday deal is right up your alley. Amazon is selling the Keychron K10 Pro Wireless custom mechanical keyboard for just $75 which is a significant 25 percent off the normal marked price. Why...

This loaded Ryzen 7 mini PC with 32GB RAM is a ludicrous $399 for Black Friday
When 20 percent off the marked price means a whole $100 off, you’re laughing! That’s the discount going on the Kamrui Hyper H1 Mini Gaming PC this Black Friday, bringing it from its usual $499 down to $399. If you’re looking for a mini PC, it’s hard to find a...

Grab Logitech’s MX Vertical Wireless mouse for 19% off. Your wrists will thank you
Wrist problems from repetitive strain injury can creep up on you. One minute your wrist feels fine, then the next you’re in agony. That’s why it pays to think about your mouse and wrist before the worst happens. This Black Friday you can do that with the Logitech MX Vertical...

City Rail Link won’t open until second half of 2026
Auckland's $5.5b underground rail project enters final phase of testing and commissioning.

Ashburton water test sample ‘dangerously close’ to nitrate limit
Greenpeace has raised fresh concern around two urban water supplies in Canterbury after its testing showed high nitrate levels.

Man jailed for letting horse starve to death
A man has been jailed for six months after being found guilty of five animal welfare charges.

Off-duty IDF soldier fires at Palestinians suspected illegally entering Jerusalem area

What Happens If You Put Your China In The Dishwasher? Experts Explain

Police seeking information, CCTV after alleged shooting in Chartwell, Waikato
Investigators are seeking two specific cars - one red and one white - believed to be involved in a shooting in Chartwell, Waikato.

A fast Asus 144Hz gaming monitor for $79? Now that’s a Black Friday steal!
Every now and then a deal pops up on Amazon that’s so good it leaves us speechless. This deal on an Asus TUF Gaming monitor is just one of those deals, and if you’re a gamer you’re going to really want to take note. It’s been reduced by 42 percent,...