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Concern Wellington ratepayers will refuse to ration water
Come September, Wellington region will be asked to only use sprinklers every second day, and just between limited hours.

Legendary Auckland bar selling memorabilia in ‘last-minute’ auction
Liquidators are hosting an online sale of Verona’s memorabilia, with everything from the bar’s famous signage to tables and barstools up for sale.

Mike Cannon-Brookes’ fortune jumps $2.6 billion in just hours
“AI is the best thing that has happened to Atlassian,” Cannon-Brookes said after a quarter that eased fears artificial intelligence would eat its business.

$31m upgrade planned for Devonport Ferry Wharf
The three-year project will rebuild two ferry berths, refurbish the terminal waiting area and prepare the wharf for new electric hybrid ferries.

Michael Cheika nears shock return to rugby after not landing NRL job
The former Wallabies coach is considered an option to lead the Waratahs again after inspiring them to their only Super Rugby title in 2014.

Old habits haunt Rangers in early McInnes tenure
Derek McInnes says Rangers were "guilty of beating ourselves" as he bemoaned the loss of cheap goals in the Europa League qualifying first-leg defeat to Jagiellonia Bialystok in Poland.

Two people convicted in relation to death of French streamer
Raphaël Graven, 46, died in August 2025, with his death live broadcast on the streaming platform Kick.

Weekly quiz: Ed Sheeran got in trouble with the DVLA over which make of classic car?
How much attention did you pay to what happened in the world over the past seven days?

Sudan's invisible children - born in war with no legal identity
Babies born as a result of rape are often unable to get a birth certificate, meaning a life-time of problems.

How a diary entry solved the murder of a missing man
A detective shares how a six-year long investigation brought answers to a family in turmoil.

Conservatives pledge to ban foreign nationals from social housing
They claim around 230,000 homes would become available under their plan to limit social housing entitlements.

Wellington, Wairarapa mayors agree to put two amalgamation proposals to ministers
Wellington and Wairarapa mayors have agreed to put two amalgamation proposals to ministers by Sunday.

Bad week? Try being a Chris
Analysis: It's been a rough week in politics and if it's not one Chris having a bad day, it's the other.

Covert operation targets alleged stolen-goods trade in Auckland
A 27-year-old man faces five money laundering charges after a year-long investigation into allegations a retailer was buying stolen goods for resale.

The rescue buoy that helped save a man’s life has been stolen, again
Waihi Beach lifeguards are frustrated and worried lives will be lost if the thefts continue.

DXC & Primary launch AI Zero Trust security service
Enterprises adopting AI in production face tighter governance and compliance risks as DXC will manage Primary's Zero Trust platform.

Australian aviation crew carries out daring midwinter Antarctica rescue
Team evacuated a patient from McMurdo Station after landing plane in total darkness and temperature of -43°C.

Doge overstated claims to have saved Americans $110bn, watchdog finds
A review of the body formerly charged with reducing government spending has found several issues with its calculations.

Four men arrested after violent disorder near Pontypool, police say
Police say three men have been taken to hospital following the incident, two of whom are in critical condition.

UK papers: 'Tories to end social housing for foreigners' and 'Bottoms down'
The Conservatives' social housing plans and Westminster City Council's pub proposals lead Friday's papers.

Argos is getting a makeover - but can it attract new shoppers?
The retailer has been around for 50 years but struggled to compete with newer rivals such as Amazon. Can its new owners turn it around?