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'Perfect night' for Chelsea as 'exciting' Estevao gives glimpse of future
It was a 'perfect night' for Chelsea as they beat Palmeiras to reach the Club World Cup semi-final, despite new signing Estevao Willian scoring against them.

Pride in London returns as events struggle with falling funds
UK Pride organisers tell the BBC that less sponsorship funding and fewer volunteers are behind cancelled events.

Man robs Whanganui jewellery store with hammer
The alleged offender smashed several display cabinets and stole a number of items before fleeing the scene in a vehicle.

Voss whacks Blues after Pies thrashing
Carlton coach Michael Voss said his players "let our club down" in their 56-point loss to the Magpies.

Jarome Luai says he’s committed to Wests Tigers. But will he be there for the long term?
The star half says he will wait until the end of the season to discuss whether he removes a clause from his contract that allows him to walk away from the club early.

Bostock scores epic long-range try on NRLW debut
Indie Bostock, the 18-year-old sister of Dolphins winger Jack Bostock, scores a scintillating try in her first NRLW game.

Maori All Blacks v Scotland: Live updates from the clash in Whangarei
Follow the action as the Maori All Blacks take on Scotland in Whangarei

Assault of migrant worker in Auckland sparks protest
More than 30 people gathered in Henderson on Saturday, demanding justice for a migrant worker who was assaulted at work.

Watch: Ruby Tui scores two against Black Ferns but top team wins trial
The unwanted star from the last Rugby World Cup did all she could to press her case for a recall, but the players in her way also shone and scored tries as well.

Auckland police officer named Miss Universe New Zealand 2025
The 28-year-old was a born and bred West Aucklander of Kiwi-Laos heritage was up against 12 finalists from across the country.

The Papers: 'Reeves fears tax turmoil' and 'Oasis back together'
Many of Saturday's papers feature Wimbledon and comments from Rachel Reeves on their front pages.

At least 24 dead and up to 25 children missing in 'terrible' Texas floods
Camp Mystic, where 700 children were attending summer camp, has been hit by a "catastrophic level" of flooding.

Thompson fights through pain to advance
Jordan Thompson spoke to Stan Sport after his third round win at Wimbledon.

Canterbury hooker Reed Mahoney to join Cowboys on long-term deal
The Bulldogs have agreed to release the livewire hooker from the final year of his contract.

Upton brilliance sets up try for debutant
Tamika Upton makes a line break from the Broncos' half of the field and sets up a try for Kerri Johnson, who scores on her NRLW debut.

Live: Central Pulse v Stars – ANZ Premiership round nine
Follow live coverage of the first game of round nine in the ANZ Premiership, between the Pulse and Stars in Wellington.

Glitch sends one person's rates bill to up to 1000 Central Hawke's Bay residents
The council's chief executive, Doug Tate, said they were made aware of an issue with the rating system on Friday morning.

'Be super careful': Authorities warn of unstable ground, hidden hazards following Nelson Tasman floods
Residents are asked to stay vigilant while surveying damage, with silt, debris, and river changes creating possibly dangerous conditions.

Man found with serious leg injury in isolated part of Bay of Plenty
Police are still working to ascertain how the man came to be injured.

Tech CEO scraps unlimited holiday: ‘Bad employees take too much off’
The CEO said the policy “led to A-performer burnout and B-performer luxuries”, as they holidayed more.

The House: Making law - a final avalanche of edits
Before laws are finalised, MPs get a last chance to argue for changes. Pav Sharma, whose office manages them, explains the purpose, rules, and process for the many amendments.