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How Olivia Dean was crowned as the year's most exciting new artist at the Grammys
The Londoner confirmed her status as one of the pop world's biggest breakout stars in LA on Sunday.

Watch: PM Christopher Luxon and Education Minister Erica Stanford on reporting students' progress
The PM and Education Minister are speaking about reporting students' progress.

Government announces new school assessment, reporting tools
The changes will ensure a nationally consistent approach to assessments.

Key North Island highway set for overnight closures lasting three weeks
State Highway 1 Desert Rd will be closed overnight from February 15 to March 9 between Turangi and Waiouru.

Mining giant granted access despite opposition from locals - including Sam Neill
Central Otago District Council (CODC) has granted road access to an Australian company planning an open-cast gold mine near Cromwell.

Government announces new reporting system for student achievement
Students in Years 0–10 will receive nationally consistent reporting across reading, writing and maths.

LoungePair partners Vietnam Airlines & Auckland Airport
LoungePair links with Vietnam Airlines’ Lotusmiles and Auckland Airport’s Strata Lounge, expanding its on-demand lounge access network.

Patient touched while sleeping, watched while washing during recovery at Hutt Hospital
A woman recovering from a leg amputation at a hospital was left with post-traumatic stress disorder after being subjected her to "unwanted attention".

Tauranga City Council votes for independent review into fatal Mt Maunganui landslide
Six people were killed by the slip at a Mt Maunganui campground, which led to a recovery operation spanning more than a week.

Former owner of luxury Te Anau lodge thankful fire didn't completely destroy building
Guests of Fiordland Lodge were evacuated late on Saturday night as firefighters from across Southland battled the blaze.

Australian mining giant Santana Minerals granted road mine road access despite protest
150 locals, including actor Sam Neill, have been raising money to fight an Australian company's open-cast mine in Otago.

Oracle to Raise Up to $50 Billion in 2026 for Cloud Buildup

OFC Pro League: Bula FC climbs to third after win over Solomon Kings FC
Bula FC, Solomon Kings FC and South Island United FC have four points each, but the Fijians have a better goal advantage. Auckland FC continue to lead the standings.

Rosé and Bruno Mars kick off Grammy Awards
The ceremony is underway, with Bad Bunny, Lady Gaga and Kendrick Lamar among the main nominees.

Patient touched while sleeping, watched while washing during recovery at Hutt Hospital
The Health and Disability Commission says the hospital failed to keep her safe during her 2022 stay.

Christchurch braces for heavy rain as heat gives way to sudden cold snap
A Heavy Rain Watch is in place for Christchurch, with significant rain due overnight and into Tuesday.

Kinetic IT reshapes leadership with key public hires
Kinetic IT names Jeremy O'Donohue managing director for state government and critical infrastructure amid wider public sector reshuffle.

Israel says Gaza’s Rafah crossing ready to resume operations on Monday

Stars hit red carpet at Grammy Awards show
A collection of some of the best looks from Sunday's awards in Los Angeles.

‘It escalated quickly’: Fire brigade called to Paul Henry’s unruly bonfire
Paul Henry called himself a fool after a bonfire turned into more than he bargained for.

Data discipline will make or break enterprise AI in 2026
As AI scales across Australia and New Zealand, leaders are learning that trust, impact and compliance all hinge on disciplined, clean data.

Schools fear uptick in absences for Lunar New Year
The upcoming Lunar New Year falls on 17 February - about three weeks after some schools resume classes.