All Blacks/Blues: Ardie Savea has signed with the Blues for the 2027 Super Rugby Pacific season after Moana Pasifika’s exit, with New Zealand Rugby confirming the franchise won’t transfer licences. Politics & cost of living: At a MYOB debate, Nicola Willis pushed the case for getting the books back to surplus, while Labour’s Barbara Edmonds argued tax relief must be weighed against household pressure and under-investment. Economy & markets: The NZX 50 snapped a two-week rise, sliding 0.9% as rate-sensitive stocks fell and oil prices weighed on names including Serko, Ryman and Summerset. Immigration & work: New Zealand’s immigration site outlines three ways foreigners can find work—sector job websites, recruitment agencies, and direct employer outreach. Crime & drugs: Police say a cash-wages money-laundering scheme linked to organised crime was uncovered in “Operation Scuba,” raising concerns about tax evasion, migrant exploitation and unfair competition. Sport (cricket): The ICC confirmed 2027 ODI World Cup qualifiers will run Feb 26–Mar 21 in South Africa and Namibia. Culture: The Sargeson Prize short story awards will hand out $15,000 for first place at a Hamilton ceremony.