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Recent fires considered suspicious as more blazes spark up
Recent fires that have sprung up around the country are being investigated - as another blaze has broken out in Northland.

Cybersecurity in 2025: Insights and predictions from Yubico's experts
As the cybersecurity landscape evolves, Yubico's experts forecast critical shifts for 2025, emphasising the rise of AI-driven threats and the need for advanced authentication methods.

Investigation into killer over reported murder rap
Reports in the Sun suggest the murder of schoolboy Jimmy Mizen was referenced in rap lyrics.

Social media influencer who raped, sexually violated teens named
Suppression lapses as the man had more prison time added to his sentence for separate offending dating back nearly two decades.

Why traditional loyalty programs are failing to meet modern customer expectations
Traditional loyalty programmes are struggling to meet the evolving expectations of consumers, who demand instant rewards and personalised experiences.

Biden warns US faces oligarchy as Trump looms over legacy
President Joe Biden opened his speech with a familiar message - but quickly switched to his warning.

ERD - Appointment of Interim Chief Financial Officer
AUCKLAND, 16 January 2025: EROAD Limited (ASX/NZX: ERD) is pleased to announce the appointment of Rebecca Lineham as interim Chief Financial Officer, effective 20 January 2025

Watch: Ukraine holds first football tournament for war-wounded amputees
The “League of the Mighty” is Ukraine’s first football championship for amputees. There are now more than 100,000 amputees in the country.

Tributes paid to ‘beautiful soul’ at moving funeral for Lyn Fleming
Speakers spoke of the police officer’s integrity, professionalism and care over a 38-year career.

Molly-Mae on 'kiss' with Tommy: 'It's complicated'
The former Love Island star says she and her ex, Tommy Fury, are "figuring out" their situation.

Slain police officer Lyn Fleming farewelled as a life saver and 'fearless' station matriarch
Lyn Fleming was described as the matriarch of the Nelson Police Station, a woman who saved the lives of many.

ANZ reports slight dip in credit card spending
Tourism-related categories and housing-related spending were among sectors seeing the biggest drops.

Maia Cotton blends Maori and Jewish traditions at Queenstown wedding
Cotton’s family performed a Haka during the dinner, which she described as a moment of cultural pride.

Auckland Transport slams ‘appalling’ theft of safety fencing
More than 70 fence panels installed for pedestrian safety have been stolen from various sites on the North Shore, costing ratepayers $75k to replace.

Punk fashion takes on Te Papa in Vivienne Westwood show
The Vivienne Westwood and Jewellery exhibition will open at Te Papa tomorrow, kicking off a global tour on the renowned British fashion house.

JLL appoints regional co-heads for Asia Pacific data sector
JLL has expanded its Asia Pacific data centre capital markets platform, appointing Luke Jackson and Bob Tan as regional co-heads to enhance investor services.

Knee surgery to reveal how long All Blacks star will be sidelined for
World Rugby’s breakthrough player of 2024 will go under the knife on Friday, in a blow to the Chiefs ahead of their Super Rugby Pacific campaign.

Watch: Stomach churning Cook Strait crossing caught on camera
Ferry passengers got more than they bargained for on this Picton to Wellington trip

'The Michael Jordan of hiking' attempts to cross NZ in record time
Belgian ultrarunner Karel Sabbe - dubbed “the Michael Jordan of hiking” - is trying to traverse Aotearoa faster than anyone else on record.

‘I cried every night not knowing if he'd be permanently blind’ - mother of Ecostore employee injured in chemical incident
The incident occurred on March 7, 2023, at the company’s factory in Pakuranga, while the worker was producing dishwasher powder. A pressurised hose malfunctioned, releasing chemicals that caused the worker’s injury.