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‘My everything’: Matildas star heads home following mother’s rare cancer diagnosis
The Australia and Arsenal star announced the news via her Instagram account, saying she was in shock. 
© 2026 Sydney Morning Herald Fri, 09 Jan 1:55pm 

‘Disgraceful’: Arsenal player under fire for shoving injured rival
The actions of the Gabriel Martinelli provided a flashpoint in the clash between the Premier League heavyweights. 
© 2026 Sydney Morning Herald Fri, 09 Jan 1:55pm 

Arsenal player shoves injured rival
Arsenal player Gabriel Martinelli starts a brawl when he shoves an injured Liverpool rival over the sideline. 
© 2026 Sydney Morning Herald Fri, 09 Jan 1:55pm 

-Tennis-Kenya tennis body admit mistake in granting wildcard to viral 'worst-ever' debutant
-Putin meets talking cat and dog in popular Russian cartoon
-Up to 100 km/h winds: Emergency responder gives safety tips for this weekend's stormy weather
-Where to Stay in Mexico City: Inside La Valise in Roma Norte

Large blaze hits Auckland restaurant as firefighters strike
The fire in Pakuranga comes during industrial action. 
© 2026 Stuff.co.nz Fri, 09 Jan 1:25pm 

Former Wellington mayoral hopeful Graham Bloxham arrested at Venezuela protest
Three people, including Graham Bloxham, have been arrested at a Venezuela solidarity rally. 
© 2026 RadioNZ Fri, 09 Jan 1:15pm 

Large fire breaks out in East Auckland building as firefighters strike
Video footage shows large plumes of black smoke billowing from a building. 
© 2026 NZ Herald Fri, 09 Jan 1:15pm 

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History-making Kiwi cycling star passes up more Commonwealth Games glory for a shot at the big show
Aaron Gate won't defend his four Commonwealth Games titles this year, but the 35-year-old is hoping to tick off a first in 2026. 
© 2026 Stuff.co.nz Fri, 09 Jan 12:35pm 

Car seen speeding before dramatic crash into Hokianga Harbour
Driver was reportedly seen swerving all over the road before the crash 
© 2026 Stuff.co.nz Fri, 09 Jan 12:35pm 

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Popular Auckland hot springs gets name change
As 2025 ticked over into 2026, Parakai Springs became Kaipatiki Hot Springs, the traditional name for the area. 
© 2026 RadioNZ Fri, 09 Jan 12:15pm 

'A life really, really well lived': Sir Bob Harvey remembers lifelong friend Sir Tim Shadbolt
A former mayor and lifelong friend says the country has lost a superb New Zealander and "a giant of protest". 
© 2026 RadioNZ Fri, 09 Jan 11:55am 

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Organisers apologise for 'worst ever' pro debut
Organisers of an ITF tournament in Nairobi have apologised for issuing a wildcard to Egyptian Hajar Abdelkader, who many questioned if she had ever played tennis before. 
© 2026 Sydney Morning Herald Fri, 09 Jan 1:55pm 

Liverpool fail to pounce on Arsenal error
Liverpool had the first big chance thanks to a mix-up between William Saliba and Arsenal goalkeeper David Raya, but could not convert. 
© 2026 Sydney Morning Herald Fri, 09 Jan 1:55pm 

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-Israel Navy intercepts Egyptian vessel entering blockaded waters off Gaza's shoreline, IDF confirms

Excel: The software that's hard to quit
Companies are trying to wean staff off Excel spreadsheets to centralise control of their data. 
© 2026 BBCWorld Fri, 09 Jan 1:15pm 

Large fire engulfs building in Auckland's Pakuranga
A witness said a business on Corina Place was ablaze. 
© 2026 RadioNZ Fri, 09 Jan 1:15pm 

Weather live: Heat alerts for 38C for in parts of country, heavy rain and gales forecast elsewhere
Heat alerts have been issued for parts of the country, while others are facing wind and downpours. 
© 2026 RadioNZ Fri, 09 Jan 12:35pm 

Key to eradicating Queensland fruit fly is to 'go hard and early'
Biosecurity is confident they will eradicate the obnoxious Queensland fruit fly with officers back out in force in the Auckland suburb of Mt Roskill today. 
© 2026 RadioNZ Fri, 09 Jan 12:35pm 

The most popular baby names for 2025 revealed
The most popular baby names of 2025 have been announced, with the previous year's monikers holding firm at the top. 
© 2026 Stuff.co.nz Fri, 09 Jan 12:35pm 

'We thought we’d be here for 50 years': 'Iconic' villa that a town is named after is back on the market
Helen’s Villa is the house Helensville in northwest Auckland is named after. 
© 2026 Stuff.co.nz Fri, 09 Jan 12:35pm 

CNMI leaders warn economic slide could affect US strategic presence in Pacific
Leaders warn a deepening economic crisis in the US territory could undermine civilian systems. 
© 2026 RadioNZ Fri, 09 Jan 12:15pm 

-Ethereum scaling network Polygon close to buying bitcoin kiosk firm Coinme, sources say
-Angi is cutting 350 jobs 'in light of AI-driven efficiency improvements'

The most popular baby names for 2025 revealed
The most popular baby names of 2025 have been announced, with the previous year's monikers holding firm at the top. 
© 2026 RadioNZ Fri, 09 Jan 11:55am 

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