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Voter enrolment rate slips below 2023 and 2020 levels
Provisional enrolment is 93.6 percent, below the 94.7 percent at the 2023 election, the Electoral Commission says.

'A lot of scars': Little girl attacked in Myers Park could be released from hospital soon
Her dad said psychologically she was okay, but had post traumatic stress in her own way.

James Ramm dreamed of going to the Olympics as a gymnast. Now he’s chasing a Wallabies debut
The Western Force recruit was on Thursday called into the Wallabies squad for the first time in six years, as coach Les Kiss’s troops gathered ahead of the spring tour.

When looking for the Golden Eagle winner, count on class to shine brightest
A tough 2000-metre run in the Might And Power Stakes last up looks to be the perfect preparation for Sheza Alibi in Saturday’s $10 million feature at Randwick.

Grudge matches as AFL releases 2027 draw
The AFL locks in several grudge matches and huge games as the 2027 draw is unveiled.

Snow, gales and thunderstorms forecast as cold front hits NZ
Snow is settling as a front moves across the country, leaving most of Aotearoa facing a wet Friday.

Air New Zealand's new Skynest delayed - won't be installed until after summer peak
New bunk beds for economy customers were originally scheduled to launch in December.

Hexnode expands Linux patching & login controls in ANZ
The update aims to reduce manual work for IT teams by putting Linux patching and employee sign-in under the same controls as other devices.

Division Zero launches continuous cyber testing platform
New Zealand firms are under pressure to spot vulnerabilities sooner as cyber attacks accelerate and annual audits leave long gaps unchecked.

What women gamers want from Grand Theft Auto VI
The latest version of the hugely popular video game franchise criticised for its violent misogyny has at least one addition to draw in new female fans.

Iconic actor Patrick Stewart has died at age 86
The actor will be remembered most for his roles as Captain Jean-Luc Picard on Star Trek: The Next Generation and as Professor Charles Xavier in the X-Men films.

Lyon does a Warne impression as Test twists towards classic finish
At 4-140 and leading by just 40, the Proteas are up against it, but Australia will not want to chase much more than 200 on a surface that is now tinder dry.

Triathlons, broken backs and Pendlebury: Inside breakout Sun’s quest for redemption
There was a time when Bodhi Uwland started to forget what it even felt like to run, let alone kick a ball, and feared his AFL dreams would never eventuate.

VRC Derby runner King Snitz takes a dip
The things you do in preparation for a big race - taking an early morning dip at Warrnambool's Lady Bay. Trainer Shane Jackson's VRC Derby hopeful King Snitz embraces the challenge behind a row boat on Wednesday, October 28. Video: Nicole Cleary

Lyon's classic caps cat and mouse day
Dan Brettig and Adam Collins analyse an undulating day three at Newlands as Australia glimpse victory

‘Hybrid’s the title’: Recalled Crusaders powerhouse takes pride in unique All Blacks role
Leicester Fainga'anuku didn’t know he would officially be tagged as a loose forward but is relishing his versatility after his recall for the northern tour.

Seven in 10 sunscreens failed SPF label test, Consumer NZ says
Most sunscreens recently tested by Consumer NZ have failed to deliver their promised promised SPF label claims, with one of the most expensive products tested providing less than a third of that claimed on its bottle, the organisation says.

Ministry of Awesome launches national startup network in Christchurch
Ministry of Awesome's vision to increase the density of New Zealand's startup ecosystem has led to the establishment of a national Startup Hub Network in Christchurch.