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All Blacks lock ruled out of northern tour with shoulder injury
The Aucklander has been replaced by a Canterbury second rower.

‘It can happen to anybody’: Mother of girl who drowned calls for urgent water safety reforms
Janine Branje lost her 9-year-old to a rogue wave. She battles grief everyday and is fighting to change the Kiwi “she’ll be right” mentality, to save other families from the horror of losing a child.

Deputy principal told to fake risk assessment for teacher aide rapist, Tribunal hears
The teacher aide is said to have been able to go on a camp, an overnight sports trip and coach basketball, and was left one-on-one with a student with learning difficulties.

One in seven Kiwis believe violence may be needed to 'get country back on track'
The research showed one in seven Kiwis believed violence may be necessary in order to “get the country back on track”.

Should Sam Konstas play in the first Ashes Test? Six experts have their say
Kerry O’Keeffe believes the risk is too great. Brett Lee says he should be guaranteed the entire series. Here’s the verdict on Sam Konstas’ Test chances ahead of the Ashes.

Lockyer lifts lid on 'deliberate' finals ploy
Darren Lockyer speaks about Alex Glenn's role in Brisbane's grand final success.

Cape Verde's World Cup dream becomes reality
Cape Verde qualifies for its first-ever FIFA World Cup, making it the second-smallest country to ever feature in the tournament.

Lloyd calls for Sam Mitchell to make 'brutal' call
Matthew Lloyd says Hawthorn coach Sam Mitchell must make a brutal call to land Zach Merrett.

When it comes to business, what actually is a 'social licence'?
Big and profitable Kiwi companies hiking their prices during a cost of living crisis have been accused of losing their social licence - but what does that mean?

Explosive email accuses Te Pati Maori MP of $133k overspend
The party has sent all members a bundle of files making a series of claims as internal ructions go public.

Hamilton assault leaves man with life-threatening injuries
Police said the young man was injured at a Hamilton home.

Silver Ferns selector resigns, says Taurua situation sends a ‘chilling message’ to every coach
Netball New Zealand said a resolution regarding the Silver Ferns "high performance programme and environment" had not yet been reached.

Young man fighting for his life after attack at Hamilton home
Police said locals can expect to see an increased police presence in the area.

Son revealed as man accused of murdering 84-year-old woman at her Auckland home
Joan Beale, 84, was found dead by police at her south Auckland home in August. The man accused of killing her can be revealed as her son.

Whistleblower who broke ranks to reveal ACC’s party bill gets a win
Thanks to the whistleblower’s complaint, the Ombudsman revealed how ACC managers pressured staff not to reveal the full cost.

Messi magic, ICE raids and gun ranges: What two Socceroos have learnt about America
Kye Rowles and Patrick Yazbek are discovering the many faces of the 2026 World Cup co-hosts – from world-class players and searing summer heat to deportations, travel bans and a uniquely American gun culture.

Luai's contract clause
Jarome Luai's contract is set to be one of the biggest NRL off-season talking points, with a get-out clause in his current deal.

Lloyd unpacks potential Swans trade offer for Curnow
Matthew Lloyd and Jimmy Bartel unpack what the Charlie Curnow trade could look like.

How Walters influenced the Broncos
Darren Lockyer expresses his praise for former Brisbane Broncos coach Kevin Walters for laying the foundations for the team to succeed under Michael Maguire.

No fix yet for attack that lets hackers pluck 2FA codes from Android phones
Malicious app required to make "Pixnapping" attack work requires no permissions.