Northland public sector workers join nationwide ‘mega strike’ over pay and safety
“It’s about the future of our country. It’s about standing up for fairness, dignity and the essential services…
Auckland’s embattled Wesley College announces hostel closures amid safety, culture concerns
Today, the school issued a statement announcing the closure of its boarding hostels from the end of this…
WorkSafe releases new forestry guidelines in hopes of reducing harm in the industry
The Approved Code of Practice highlights WorkSafe’s expectations for managing health and safety within the sector. This time…
California enacts first US law requiring AI chatbot safety measures
Padilla referred to recent teen suicides including that of the 14-year-old son of Florida mother Megan Garcia. Megan…
Turkey bans Oct 7 Robbie Williams concert over ‘safety concerns’
Several NGOs urged Turkish authorities to cancel the October 7 concert, and others including the Islamic Solidarity Platform…
Council prohibits freedom camping along Whanganui River Road after safety and behaviour concerns
Currently, campers along the road can stay for a maximum of two nights. “While the River Road was…
AI deepfakes and companion apps: How NZ can lead the world on child safety – Cecilia Robinson
Alongside Gower, child and adolescent psychosexual therapist Jo Robertson offered a confronting reminder of what’s at stake. She…
‘Safety of New Zealanders is paramount’: Foreign Affairs Ministry responds as Kiwis aboard Gaza-bound flotilla intercepted by Israel
While the ministry wouldn’t comment on individual cases for privacy reasons, it said “practical consular advice” had been…
Pāpāmoa’s new police sergeant Tanerahi ‘TK’ Keno focuses on community safety
“It’s a different type of policing – one that’s more about listening, identifying local trends, and preventing crime…
More than half of young Kiwi drivers in AA survey admit to texting and messaging while driving
More than half of young Kiwi drivers in AA survey admit to texting and messaging while driving ZB…
Sumner Coastguard honoured with Rescue of the Year after dramatic cliff fall
Police were called and Sumner Coastguard swung into action just six minutes after they received the callout. Coastguard…
EU readies for time out on enforcing AI rules – POLITICO
But companies are awaiting technical standards that they have not yet received. Industry lobby groups and EU countries…