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'Give to Gain' push to turn IWD 2026 into real change
Tech and finance leaders urge IWD 2026's 'Give to Gain' theme to move beyond slogans, driving real structural change for women at work.

Wellington public transport fares set to increase from May
Discounts for off-peak fares on buses and trains will also decrease by 10 percent.

Episode 3, the police called me
A rogue mayor suffers an embarrassing defeat at the hands of an unhappy community.

Teacher, teachers everywhere for primary schools at least, Government announces
New Zealand is expected to have a surplus of 530 primary school teachers this year, which is set to grow to 1,350 by 2028.

Plan to boost teacher training announced by Education
Erica Stanford says a suite of training and peer support initiatives will strengthen the teacher workforce.

India beat Zimbabwe to keep title defence alive
Defending champions India pile on 256-4 as they eliminate Zimbabwe from the T20 World Cup with victory in Chennai.

Catherine stresses importance of mothers' mental health during rainy Wales visit
The Prince and Princess of Wales arrive to cheers from crowds that had gathered outside despite the rain

'I'm going to stick at it until I get a home' - rough sleeper numbers rise again
There were 4,793 people sleeping on the streets on a single night last autumn.

Struggling to get your first job? Here are five tips to get you started
Whether it's a Saturday job or your first full-time role, here are some expert tips to help you get on the career ladder.

Russia and Ukraine exchange more than 1,000 soldiers' bodies
Russia's announcement comes as Ukraine's top negotiator met US peace envoys in Geneva.

No 10 will have no say on which Mandelson papers are released
A committee of MPs and peers says the government has confirmed it will not overrule any decision to disclose files.

Port of Tauranga delivers $70.2 million half-year profit
Higher cargo volumes driven by a rebound in imports have delivered a strong half-year profit for the country's biggest port.

Summerset reports record underlying profit, lower net profit on valuations
Summerset chief executive Scott Scoullar said the company's strategy continued to deliver results, with underlying profit growth, strong sales and the company meeting its build targets.

Wellington council hikes public transport fares, reduces discounts
Off-peak discount reduced as Greater Wellington moves to address $3 million shortfall and rising costs.

Young Dunedin band opening for the Foo Fighters: 'It's insane'
Guitarist Lucy Hughes says her bandmates didn't believe it when she told them. It only sunk in when they saw their name on the official gig announcement.

What is the best wash cycle to use on your washing machine?
From fast to eco, delicate to intense cold - the options your washing machine offers up can feel excessive.

Will The US Attack Iran?
US-Iran talks continue but what will Trump do?

Afghanistan launches 'retaliatory' attack on Pakistan, Taliban says
Islamabad says it is responding to the 'unprovoked fire' with both sides claiming to have inflicted casualties on the other.

Food banks 'essential' for new generation of students
Queen's University Belfast says there were more than 10,500 visits by students to its food bank in the students' union.

How have Chelsea made biggest loss in English football history?
Chelsea recorded a pre-tax loss of £355m for 2024-25 - the highest loss ever made by an English football club - according to financial figures released by Uefa. How did it happen?

Woman angry at lack of prosecution after she fell from window fleeing triple killer
A former neighbour of Valdo Calocane was told he could have killed her, years before the attacks.