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Educators call on crown to pause contentious changes to Waitangi Treaty obligations
An urgent tribunal inquiry has heard how the changes were drafted without consultation with treaty partners.

Police defy district's top cop by posting pay protest stickers in station
It comes after the Police Association told members it was "extremely concerned" a police memo was "an attempt to intimidate members".

Google adds restaurant bookings to AI Mode in Search
Google adds restaurant bookings to AI Mode in Search for New Zealand users, linking diners to live table availability from OpenTable and Wowapps.

Surge in fuel prices largest increase since Stats NZ data began in 2011
Meanwhile annual food inflation was the lowest in a year.

Is the Software Apocalypse Real? Piper Sandler Just Slashed Its Price Target on Salesforce Stock.

NiSource signs long-term power deal with Alphabet, expands Amazon agreement

Schneider Electric & Microsoft unveil Azure AI factory tools
Schneider Electric and Microsoft say their Azure AI-powered industrial copilot can cut engineering time, speed plant changes and streamline automation.

Finance ministers and top bankers raise serious concerns about Mythos AI model
Experts say Mythos potentially has an unprecedented ability to identify and exploit cybersecurity weaknesses.

Will US jury decision on Live Nation have any impact on events and ticket prices in NZ?
The jury found the business in the US used its dominant market position to smother competition by blocking venues from using multiple ticket sellers.

SentinelOne appoints Shah as Channel Director for ANZ & APJ distribution
SentinelOne taps Shah to expand partner network across Australia, New Zealand and APJ as AI-driven threat shifts lift channel demand.

Rural parents voice fuel concerns ahead of new school term
High fuel prices hit harder in rural communities because of a lack of public transport options and long travel times, Rural Women's chief executive says.

Iconic Kiwi landmark returns to its home in Christchurch
The Spitfire replica is now sitting proudly at its home in Christchurch Airport following the extensive refurbishment.

'AI shamans' tell the fortunes of curious South Koreans

Elusive wolf in South Korea captured and returned to zoo after nine days on the run

MK Boaz Bismuth attacked by haredi mob in Bnei Brak, affirms dedication to draft law

Apple launches business platform as Maps ads near rollout
Apple rolls out unified business hub in 200 markets as signs mount that local ads in Maps will debut across North America this summer.

Deputy Labour leader says family ‘coming to terms with our loss’ after her dad’s death
Deputy Labour leader Carmel Sepuloni has paid tribute to her father, Fata’ali’i Kamisi Sepuloni, after he died this week.

Government will announce new deal for additional fuel stock in coming days
Speaking from the United States, Finance Minister Nicola Willis, said the deal would be similar to one pursued by Australia.

Blackmagic adds Apple Watch control to iPhone camera app
Blackmagic Design updates Blackmagic Camera for iOS with Apple Watch controls and ATEM integration, turning mounted iPhones into remote studio cameras.

Old school in Palmerston North goes up for sale on ‘as is where is’ basis
A former school in Palmerston North has been listed for sale, with classrooms, a hall, a pool and plenty of scope for what comes next.

Police appealing for information about missing Motueka man 'Nathan'
Nathan was last seen on Monday 13 April, and has not been seen or heard from since, police say.

Lead poisoning kills two kea, leaves four others in wildlife hospital
Department of Conservation has asked for the community’s help in keeping the birds safe.