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Invasive seaweed caulerpa found in new location in Bay of Islands
The invasive seaweed caulerpa has been found in a new location in the Bay of Islands, sparking fears it could spread quickly through boating hubs around Paihia and Russell.

Piastri leads Norris to McLaren one-two in China
Oscar Piastri leads Lando Norris to a dominant McLaren one-two in the Chinese Grand Prix ahead of George Russell's Mercedes.

Man who died in Omakau crash named by police
25-year-old Callum Sean Russell Pattison was the victim of the February 21 crash.

What’s the beef between Verstappen and Russell? The fiercest feud in F1 right now
The Verstappen v Russell conflict has continued throughout the off-season and remains a prominent talking point ahead of the Australian Grand Prix this weekend.

Sutton's predictions v Scotland & Bath rugby superstar Russell
BBC Sport football expert Chris Sutton takes on Bath and Scotland rugby star Finn Russell with his predictions for this weekend's Premier League fixtures.

New Mercedes a 'significant change', says Russell
George Russell says he is "optimistic" that Mercedes "can have a decent season" in 2025 as the team launch their new car.

Watch: Heartbreak for Scotland as missed conversion gifts England Six Nations win
The Scots scored a dramatic 79th minute try at Twickenham but Finn Russell’s sideline conversion sailed just wide of the posts.

Russell has 'no intention' of speaking to Verstappen
George Russell says he has "no intention" of speaking to Max Verstappen to clear the air following their row at the end of last season.

Russell T Davies to bring new LGBT drama to TV
"This is a show I had to write because the world is getting stranger, tougher and darker," says Davies.

Rugby Australia boss shuts down Wallabies interest in Kiwis league star
Unlike Crowded House, Phar Lap and Russell Crowe, Australia won’t be claiming this Kiwi.

'Raducanu needs plan quickly to build on Miami progress'
After her run at the Miami Open, BBC tennis correspondent Russell Fuller looks at the support Emma Raducanu may need to continue her form.

Piastri takes first pole in China ahead of Russell
McLaren's Oscar Piastri takes pole position for the Chinese Grand Prix as George Russell's Mercedes sneaks between the Australian and team-mate Lando Norris.

Piper was Doctor Who reboot's secret weapon - Davies
Russell T Davies says he never thought the show would still be going 20 years on from its reboot.

Piastri’s pace burns up the Albert Park track, goes fastest in final practice
The Melbourne-born driver set a scintillating time of 1:15.921 seconds, with Mercedes driver George Russell closely behind and reigning world champion Max Verstappen third in hot conditions at Albert Park.

Does Verstappen fear Russell but not Norris? F1 Q&A
F1 correspondent Andrew Benson answers your questions before the season-opening Australian Grand Prix.

'I'm not there to be best mates with a world champion. I'm here to win'
George Russell reflects on his results going up against Lewis Hamilton as team-mate and why he is not concerned at the prospect of Mercedes signing Max Verstappen.

Ferrari 'have work to do', says Hamilton
Lewis Hamilton says Ferrari still have work to do as his former Mercedes team-mate George Russell sets the pace on the final day of pre-season testing.

Verstappen taunted about Russell feud
Jack Whitehall uses his opening monologue to poke fun at Max Verstappen's reluctance to attend the F1 season launch and his rocky relationship with George Russell.

BBC apologises to staff over handling of Russell Brand complaints
The apology came as the BBC published the findings of an internal review into Brand's time at the BBC.