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A $15 set of cable covers saved me from arguments at home
This $15 set of cable covers made my place look niceView on Amazon As I mentioned recently, I’m a fan of cable management behind a desk. But it was suggested to me the other day that I don’t go far enough. More accurately, I was strongly encouraged to reconsider the cables...

Tuakau residents evacuated after hazardous chemical enters drains
"The nature and origin of the substance is not yet known," says FENZ.

Urgent search for missing Tauranga teenager Esme
Police and family have “great concerns” for the teenager’s welfare after she was last seen in Otumoetai on Tuesday evening.

'Excited to get out of here': Eyes forward for Lawson after missing Racing Bulls upgrade
When it comes to reviewing his Belgian Grand Prix, Lawson would do well to take on board Sir Steve Hansen’s famous advice from 2009.

How different is watching a film in IMAX?
BBC Verify examines viral claims the new film will be distorted if not seen on a dedicated screen

Big demand for cycle workshop practically giving bikes away
The founder of the Christchurch bike workshop says people have been motivated to switch to more active transport as petrol prices rise.

‘Another employer lost’: NZ’s largest malt mill set to shut down
Aotearoa’s main malt supplier has announced it will close its Marton mill, leaving the district with one less employer and local growers, farmers and workers facing uncertain futures.

Can you think of a better alert? I need to eat something so taking 5'Big impact': Loss of Rhythm & Vines to be felt by Gisborne says mayor
"Gisborne has been the heart and home of Rhythm and Vines for nearly a quarter of a century," says festival chief executive Kieran Spillane.

AI minister role boosted but tech department axed in Burnham shake-up
Kanishka Narayan will attend cabinet - but no longer have the leadership of a technology secretary.

‘I will have my boy’: Teen Kiwi held in Thai prison released on bail
A Tauranga teenager held in a Thai prison since his arrest last week over an alleged theft has had his bail release approved, his mother says.

This week, you can get Windows 11 Pro and Microsoft Office for life together for just $33
TL;DR: Through July 26 at 11:59 p.m. PT, you can get Windows 11 Pro and Microsoft Office Pro for life for $33. Last year, Microsoft raised the price for Microsoft 365 to $99.99/year and ended support for Windows 10. If you want to replace both, through July 26, you can get Microsoft Office and Windows...

Residents evacuated after reports of ‘metallic’ chemical smell in Waikato
Fire crews from three stations responded to a hazardous substance incident on Tuesday, with residents evacuated from homes near a sewage pumping station.

Beatles tour fans spot Sir Paul at traffic lights
Beatles fans are thrilled to see Sir Paul McCartney as their bus pulls up next to him in Liverpool.

Aon expands data centre insurance cover to USD $5 billion
Rising demand from AI and cloud projects is driving broader protection for data centre developers, operators and lenders.

Serious crash blocks State Highway 99 in Southland
Emergency services are responding to a two-vehicle crash near Wallacetown, with initial indications of serious injuries.

Person arrested after allegedly presenting firearm in Wellington
Police are making enquiries after responding to an incident near Daniell St in Newtown on Tuesday afternoon.

Logitech cuts Scope 3 emissions 33% in FY26 report
Customers can now see carbon data for all target Logitech products as the company reports a 33% cut in Scope 3 emissions.

Scrapping council/iwi agreements 'only takes things backwards'
The reforms are "despicable" and "cowardly", says Northland Regional Council chair Pita Tipene.