1. Happiness star Jessie Lawrence’s year of heartbreak and new beginningsShe might play self-assured bad girl Jacqui James in the hit musical-comedy series Happiness, but behind the scenes, it’s been a year of extraordinary highs and heartbreaking lows for actress Jessie Lawrence. When we catch up with the…13.11
2. Georgia Waddington’s journey to being crowned Miss Universe NZIn 1983, Lorraine Downes arrived at the Miss Universe pageant with a small suitcase, big hair and little experience. Her shocked reaction won the world’s hearts as she took out the title. More than 40 years later, brunette beauty Georgia…13.11
3. Building automation that earns its placeHamilton-based RML Machinery designs and manufactures automation systems for production lines across Australasia. Its work ranges from precision cleaning components to case packers, robotic palletisers and autonomous vehicles. The EMA’s…13.11
4. From New Zealand to new frontiersFrom America’s Cup yachts and orbital rockets to biopharmaceuticals and industrial AI, Siemens technology is helping New Zealand innovators turn ambitious ideas into global success. For 150 years, Siemens has helped shape New Zealand’s…13.11
5. Rockwell Automation to bring OT cybersecurity leaders together in HamiltonAs industrial and critical infrastructure organisations across New Zealand are examining ways to strengthen their approach to operational technology (OT) cybersecurity, Rockwell Automation is bringing together industry leaders for an…13.11
6. Formation Execution: Practice routines, Player roles, Game scenariosFormation execution is crucial for optimising team performance and achieving game objectives through strategic player arrangements on the field. It encompasses practice routines that enhance skills and communication, clearly defined player…13.11
7. Pro Set Formation: Receiver placements, Tight end usage, Run-pass balanceThe Pro Set formation is a dynamic offensive setup in American football that incorporates two running backs and two wide receivers, facilitating a well-rounded approach to both running and passing plays. By strategically positioning…13.11
8. Man-To-Man Defence: Player matchups, Coverage techniques, CommunicationMan-to-man defence is a strategic approach that relies on individual player matchups , where defenders are assigned to specific offensive players based on their skills and attributes. Mastering coverage techniques and maintaining effective…13.11
9. 2026 GWM Tank 500 Vanta diesel ReviewGWM has expanded its local Tank 500 range with the new Vanta, bringing the biggest change since the model’s local introduction: a turbo-diesel engine. This puts it on more of an even footing with rivals from the legacy brands, while…13.11
10. Wicked casts its spell on Tauranga with major 2026 seasonTauranga Musical Theatre (TMT) has announced the cast for its hotly anticipated 2026 production of Wicked , presented by Barfoot and Thompson, bringing one of the world’s most beloved musicals to Baycourt Community and Arts Centre from 17…13.11
11. Four Powerful New Exhibitions opening at The Incubator Creative HubFour compelling new exhibitions, open tomorrow at The Incubator Creative Hub, with works ranging from emerging student artists to established professionals. Incubator Creative Hub Director Simone Anderson says the range of work on offer…13.11
12. Two new artworks installed at Te Ara Mātauranga – Waihī Beach Library and Community HubWe recently visited Waihī Te Ara Mātauranga – Waihī Beach Library and Community Hub to meet artist Jess Ellis, who has just completed a striking new mural on the side of the building. At the heart of Jess’s work is the ocean, a constant…13.11
13. Wordly expands ANOC deal for Dakar 2026 athlete interviewsMore than 1,000 athlete interviews at Dakar 2026 will be subtitled in over 60 languages as ANOC adds Wordly's AI tool to its video workflow.13.11
14. Ford’s 2027 NASCAR Mustang gets a Dark Horse SC makeoverFord has unveiled its 2027 NASCAR Cup Series Mustang at Daytona, giving the race car a new nose modelled on the road-going Mustang Dark Horse SC. The resemblance serves a purpose on both cars. Ford says the front-end design improves…13.11
15. Cauliflower butterCauliflower butter Difficulty level: easy Preparation time 20 minutes minutes Cooking time 40 minutes minutes... The post Cauliflower butter appeared first on Vegetarians .13.11
16. The Blunderstudy on 28 AugJoin us for a reading of Justin Eade’s new play, The Blunderstudy . When struggling theatre director Martin Quincannon finally gets his big break on the West End by snaring renowned stage actor Richard Pryce, Pryce goes and dies before the…13.11
17. Matchmaker on 28 AugMatchmaker – meeting others on the fringe . Matchmaker are informal meetups where anyone interested in the Fringe can come along and meet others. Maybe you’ve got a wild idea for something you’d like to see onstage and you’re looking for…13.11
18. Bingo Night! on 21 OctLooking for something different to do? Join us for our first ever Bingo Night! It’s not your grandma’s bingo night though. Book early to secure your spot! Gather some friends and get hyped for the Nelson Fringe Festival with us at Bingo!…13.11
19. Guardz adds Prisma Browser to MSP security platformSmall business MSPs can now tie browser events to email, identity and endpoint alerts, closing gaps as phishing and AI tool misuse rise.13.11
20. ArmourCode releases hooks tool to block Claude Code riskThe open-source guardrail aims to stop coding agents from deleting files, wiping changes or altering safety settings before commands hit the shell.13.11
21. Mortiis – Double Whammy: November 13, 2026 (13th Floor Concert Review)Gig-goers at Double Whammy experienced three distinct flavours of metal music last night, with Kiwi acts Vox Umbrae and Windswept supporting the headliner, Norway’s Mortiis, playing to a New Zealand audience for the first time with his…13.11
22. A Framework for Meaningful Organisational ChangeIt would be no surprise to anyone that organisations have gone through and continue to go through significant amounts of change; and although change is inevitable, it is not always... The post A Framework for Meaningful Organisational…13.11
23. Why You’re Likely to Fail at Achieving Your New Year’s Resolutions AgainThe post Why You’re Likely to Fail at Achieving Your New Year’s Resolutions Again appeared first on Results Coaching .13.11
24. How to Become Instantly More CreativeI’m currently training for my third attempt at the Tarawera Ultramarathon. The event I’m aiming for is the T50 — 52 km over the rolling, beautiful Tarawera ranges. It’s my... The post How to Become Instantly More Creative appeared first on…13.11
25. Komprise & Spectra Logic launch tape tiering for AIEnterprises under pressure from rising storage bills can now move inactive data to tape while keeping it searchable for AI workflows.13.11
26. Celonis wins Microsoft 2026 Global ISV Partner awardThe award highlights how partners are tying Microsoft's AI tools to measurable business gains, as Celonis joins the group's top winners worldwide.13.11
27. Classroom adjustments for ADHD may not be effective – Expert ReactionFrequent breaks, noise-cancelling headphones, and other accommodations might not help kids with ADHD to focus, a new study shows. Researchers got more than 200 US primary school children with ADHD to switch between taking and not taking…13.11
28. The secret diary of .. the coalition talksScene 1 : A mansion in Coatesville. Mogul HARRY MOWBRAY stands at the front door wearing a Split Your Vote T-shirt and Speedos. The first of his guests arrive. MOWBRAY : Good to see you Craig. CHRISTOPHER LUXON : It’s Chris. HENRY: Yeah.…13.11
29. NZ’s light touch on pulling up China over human rightsChina’s human rights abuses have been well documented as the Communist Party has sought to cement its rule and stamp out dissent. It has worked to repress ethnic minorities in border regions like Tibet and Xinjiang, pro-democracy activists…13.11
30. Anne Salmond: NZ needs to find the ties that bindOn Thursday, former National party president Sue Wood wrote an open letter to all incoming National MPs. She reminded them that against the odds, they had been elected to represent their communities. As MPs, they should reach out to as…13.11