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More than million Lotto tickets sold for must-win $55 million draw
A record $55 million Lotto draw on Saturday has caught the interest of many across the country.

Sports quiz: Liam Lawson finished where in the Brazilian Grand Prix?
Test your sporting knowledge with our weekly quiz on current sports events.

Black Caps stars expected to be cut from IPL franchise
Chennai will release Devon Conway and Rachin Ravindra before the 2026 IPL auction, according to Cricinfo.

Joseph Parker issues statement, denying taking prohibited substance after failing drugs test
Joseph Parker has denied taking a prohibited substance and is vowing to clear his name after the former world heavyweight boxing champion failed a drugs test on the day of his 11th-round stoppage loss to Fabio Wardley.

No 2 v No 909: Kiwi tennis player takes on six-time Grand Slam champion
The Kiwi women experienced a unforgettable Billie Jean Cup playoff tie, taking on the powerhouse Polish side led by world No 2 Iga Swiatek.

New Wellington College measles case brings national total to 19
The latest case was infectious while catching Wellington school buses, and travelling through Wellington and Auckland airports.

Wales and Japan battle to avoid World Cup nightmare
Wales are set for a must-win autumn international against Japan that will have huge implications for their 2027 World Cup campaign.

Trump misses cut despite improvement on LPGA debut
Kai Trump misses the cut on her LPGA debut with a five-over 75 leaving her on 18 over par overall at the Annika tournament in Florida.

Blue Islands ceases trading and cancels flights
The airline employed about 100 staff and operated flights across the British Isles, and beyond.

Emails highlight Jeffrey Epstein and Steve Bannon relationship
New documents show the pair discussing travel arrangements and UK politics in messages from 2018.

Kiwi golfer closes in on US$1m prize
Steven Alker is chasing his second victory at the Charles Schwab Cup Championship to secure the overall series.

How England can beat the All Blacks
Steve Borthwick’s charges are aiming to reach 10 consecutive test wins, while consolidating the progress of a promising year. They have framed it as an opportunity to demonstrate that they can take a significant scalp. This is how they can do so.

Will I have to pay tax if I give my kids $150k? - Ask Susan
RNZ money correspondent Susan Edmunds answers your questions.

Hawaiian voyaging canoe welcomed back to Waitangi
The Hokule'a and sister vessel Hikianalia arrived on Friday afternoon to a colourful and sometimes emotional ceremony.

Missing Whangarei boat found with crew members missing
The 5m-long vessel failed to return to Pataua South at 7pm Friday and was found Saturday with no-one on board.

‘Like a white blanket’: Giant hail stones batter Canterbury as severe thunderstorm hits
A severe thunderstorm warning has been issued for Christchurch.

Aged Care Association calls on government to fund Alzheimers care
The Aged Care Association is calling on the government to temporarily fund Alzheimers Otago, which is on the brink of collapse.

Hollywood's SAG Awards announces it will change its name
The rebrand is meant to reflect the name of the ceremony's award, like the Oscars and Grammys.

US football coach featured on Netflix dies after on-campus shooting
Coach John Beam, who was featured on Last Chance U, died on Friday, hours after a suspect was arrested at a nearby bus stop.