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SOTI ONE update boosts shared device security & automation
Frontline firms could cut downtime and manual IT fixes as SOTI adds automation, stronger security and faster shared-device logins.

Strict health shake-up for Devilskin's frontwoman
Jennie Skulander has been diagnosed with osteoarthritis in her jaw. She's cut back on alcohol, coffee and sleep is her top priotity.

Student radio station 95bfm to relocate after nearly 60 years
The station says the move places them close to the creative and arts hub in Auckland while staying near the audiences and cultural ecosystem they exist to serve.

Netskope launches AI Command Centre for security teams
Only 6% of security teams can see all AI deployments, leaving most organisations exposed as use of shadow tools surges.

'I can't breathe': Outrage after UK police handcuff dying student
Body camera footage shows a dying student was handcuffed after being stabbed.

GitHub launches Copilot desktop app for agentic work
Developers can now manage multiple AI coding agents in one place as GitHub tests a desktop Copilot app with worktree automation and review tools.

‘Tough deal for the taxpayer’: Luxon shuts down Government lifeline for Moana Pasifika
The Prime Minister indicated there were higher priorities than saving the embattled Super Rugby Pacific franchise.

Visitor spending drives $1.6b jump in New Zealand services exports
Overseas travellers spent more in New Zealand during the March quarter, helping push services exports up $1.6 billion from a year earlier.

Never any doubt about Knight's England spot - Edwards
England head coach Charlotte Edwards praises Heather Knight's resilience after the former captain's timely return to form before the T20 World Cup.

Starmer uses disappearing messages on his phone, No 10 confirms
A batch of messages between ministers and Lord Mandelson were published on Monday - but there were only a few from the prime minister.

Landscaping company forced migrant worker to pay $45,000 for job
The Employment Relations Authority has ordered the firm trading as Auckland City Lawns to pay back the worker, as well as ordering its director to pay them a further $8000.

Budget boost will help Oranga Tamariki hit response target, new boss Amanda Malu says
The agency now has an extra $184 million, but Amanda Malu says staff shortages are hampering efforts.

‘Distressing incident’: Tasered man dies in Tauranga police custody
Police say family have been told and staff are being offered support.

Young man charged over Christchurch crash that killed cyclist
Police are responding to a serious crash involving a car and a cyclist in Sumner.

Amiiba unveils design-led PC hardware range debut launch
The debut range targets PC builders seeking room-friendly hardware, with swappable panels, wood finishes and high-wattage power supplies.

Man dies after being tasered and pepper-sprayed by police during chase in Mount Maunganui
The man had tried to flee from police, before ramming a police car.

Hectre wins two NZ Hi-Tech Awards for agritech innovation
The win underscores growing demand for imaging tools that cut fruit waste and help packhouses make faster, more accurate sorting decisions.

Olympic champion to lead New Zealand track team at Commonwealth Games
Olympic triple medallist Ellesse Andrews will anchor a 19-strong national cycling contingent selected for the track events at Glasgow 2026.

Kiwi tourist reported missing in Paris found, family say
A Kiwi who was reported missing in Paris has been found, family say.

No more delayed flag? Fifa adds new offside tech for World Cup
The delayed offside flag could almost become a thing of the past after Fifa unveiled new technology to be used at the 2026 World Cup.

Man Utd agree £35m fee for Atalanta's Ederson
Atalanta's Brazilian midfielder Ederson is set to become Michael Carrick's first signing after Manchester United agreed a £35m deal for the 26-year-old