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Ubuntu 24.04.5 LTS Delivers Security and Stability Updates Across Ten Flavours

Alexander Donovan - September 11, 2026

Canonical has released Ubuntu 24.04.5 LTS, delivering a refreshed installation image that incorporates security updates and fixes for high-severity bugs affecting the long-term support “Noble Numbat” release. For New Zealand organisations, developers and home users deploying Ubuntu on new systems,...

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Adobe Brings Photoshop, Firefly and Acrobat Tools Directly Into Slack

Alexander Donovan - September 2, 2026

Adobe is expanding its push to make Creative Cloud tools available inside the platforms where people already work, launching a major integration with Slack that brings more than 70 creative and productivity tools into the workplace messaging service. The integration,...

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Smart Glasses, AI Subscriptions and Privacy: What the Latest AR Developments Mean for Businesses

Alexander Donovan - August 24, 2026

Smart glasses are moving rapidly from a niche technology towards wider commercial use, as major technology companies invest in new augmented reality (AR) devices and artificial intelligence features. For New Zealand businesses considering wearable technology, developments from Meta, Snap,...

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Writers Who Tested Google AI in 2022 Face Boycott Calls as Literary Backlash Grows

Alexander Donovan - August 12, 2026

A Google artificial intelligence writing experiment conducted four years ago has resurfaced at the centre of a heated debate within the international literary community, highlighting how dramatically attitudes towards generative AI and copyright have shifted since 2022. Thirteen professional writers...

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Kindle Scribe Colorsoft Review: A Larger E-Reader With Smarter AI Features

Alexander Donovan - July 21, 2026

Amazon’s Kindle range has long been a familiar choice for readers looking for a reliable e-reader, and each new generation has refined rather than reinvented the formula. With the arrival of the Kindle Scribe Colorsoft, Amazon combines its large-screen...

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Southland Local Government Reform Nears Key Decision as Public Faces Complex Process

Alexander Donovan - July 21, 2026

Southland is entering a significant period of local government reform, with decisions now under way that will shape how councils operate across the region from 2028. While the changes are expected to reshape local representation and service delivery, overlapping...

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New Shearing App Streamlines Payroll and Administration for New Zealand Contractors

Alexander Donovan - July 21, 2026

A new digital tool developed in Southland is helping modernise New Zealand’s shearing industry by simplifying payroll, invoicing and record-keeping. Designed with the needs of shearing contractors in mind, the smartphone-based platform automates time-consuming administrative tasks while supporting workplace...

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Bioré Introduces Targeted Bubbling Nose Mask for Pore Care

Alexander Donovan - April 25, 2026

A new skincare product aimed at quick, targeted treatment has entered the market, reflecting a broader shift toward efficient, travel-friendly beauty solutions. Bioré’s latest release focuses on the nose area, where congestion and excess oil are common concerns, particularly...

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How to Claim Crypto Losses in New Zealand: Ask Susan

Alexander Donovan - April 25, 2026

New Zealanders navigating tax and investment rules are increasingly raising questions about cryptocurrency losses, KiwiSaver withdrawals, and PIE tax settings. In RNZ’s personal finance coverage, RNZ journalist Susan Edmunds addresses common queries with input from tax specialists and government...

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Researchers propose ute tax over health and safety concerns in New Zealand

Alexander Donovan - April 25, 2026

A group of public health researchers is urging policymakers to consider new measures targeting the growing use of utes in New Zealand’s urban centres, warning of their disproportionate impact on road safety and air quality. The proposal comes amid...

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