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'Pretty harrowing': Climbers rescued from ravine told family they were safe throughout ordeal
The mother of one of the climbers says the boys are recovering at home - and already planning their next trip.

Proofpoint joins Google security programme as partner
Businesses can now tie email and collaboration defences into Google Cloud, as Proofpoint gains formal backing for tighter security integration.

Hot Boks prospect handed senior debut at No 10 against All Blacks in tour opener
Yaqeen Ahmed, the No 10 who led South Africa’s under-20s to glory at the junior world championship, will start for the Stormers alongside capped Springboks.

Emergency services called to crash between car and mobility scooter in Hamilton
Police believe at least one person has been injured in the crash.

FIS launches Digital One Commercial in Asia-Pacific
The platform targets banks juggling separate systems across APAC, where technology spending is rising as lenders race to simplify business services.

Police hunting wanted man believed to be in Bay of Plenty
Bay of Plenty and Taupo Police said Ken Poata has a warrant for his arrest and is wanted by police.

Have you seen Psalm Barbarich? Police issue public appeal
Southern District Police said 39-year-old Psalm Barbarich is wanted and urged anyone who sees him to contact police immediately.

'I feel unsafe', says powerlifter over racism row
A powerlifter who was disqualified following an alleged racially motivated act has said she "does not feel safe" when competing, and says black athletes are frequently booed in competitions.

Man extradited to UK and charged over alleged hit-and-run death of Keaton Slater
A Latvian man charged with causing death by dangerous driving over the 2024 collision will appear in court on Thursday.

'I've had to Botox my CV': Are AI recruitment tools affecting women's careers?
Are AI recruitment tools disadvantaging women who are seeking to return to the workplace?

Snoozing leopard seal leads to cordoned off area at busy Tauranga boat ramp
After a few days of uninterrupted rest, the seal returned to the ocean, apparently unfazed by the attention from locals he attracted.

‘Some real challenges’: PM calls for overhaul of Fenz leadership
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon has called for an overhaul of the Fenz senior leadership saying they are more focused on a “corporate edifice” than front line fire fighting.

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Hamilton City Council votes against submitting Head Start proposal
Hamilton City Council today decided, with 12 votes in favour and three against, that it did not want to submit a Head Start proposal.

PIL taps Celonis & WNS to boost shipping operations
The programme aims to cut delays and duplication across PIL's 100-vessel network by creating a single real-time view of operations.

Cotiss pivots to commercial intelligence for finance leaders
Finance leaders at large enterprises could miss price rises and leaked savings as Cotiss shifts from procurement software to inbox-driven intelligence.

Ghost town: Nearly 500 new homes in Christchurch CBD but only 50 new residents
Christchurch City councillor Nathaniel Hertz Jardine is standing in the residential heart of a rebuilt Christchurch.

A Wellington character, known for heavy metal T-shirts and asking for cigarettes, has died
Friends and strangers alike have shared hundreds of memories of Nathan Jones, whose familiar smile, heavy metal T-shirts and love of Coca-Cola made him a Wellington institution.

Everton sign midfielder Norgaard from Arsenal
Everton sign Denmark midfielder Christian Norgaard from Arsenal on a two-year contract for a reported fee of £7m.

UK papers: 'Plagiarism row professor resigns' and 'West End stab rampage'
A Cambridge University professor's resignation dominates many of Thursday's papers.