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Police close Wellington's Lambton Quay over 'item of concern'
Poli e were called to the area near Brandon Street about 11.20am.

‘Easy to have a crack at us’: Everyone’s watching the Saints – and they know it
St Kilda have recruited aggressively and spent big money on their best talent in an attempt to rejoin the clubs at the top of the table. It’s put the spotlight squarely on them.

Title race blown wide open as anxious Arsenal stunned at home by United
After scoreless draws against Liverpool and Nottingham Forest, and now this shocking 3-2 loss at home, the Gunners have taken just two points from a possible nine.

James claims historic fifth straight X Games gold
Scotty James saves his best for last, landing a historic switch backside 1440 into a backside 1440 combination to complete his winning run at the X Games event in Aspen.

Next All Blacks coach must have international experience as appointment panel, process confirmed
New Zealand Rugby have confirmed the process to appoint Scott Robertson’s successor.

Wellington’s Lambton Quay closed after suspicious item reported
Emergency services are currently in attendance and a cordon has been established. Lambton Quay is closed to the public while the situation is being assessed.

Prime Minister Luxon decries racist rhetoric over role of iwi after Mt Maunganui slip
The Prime Minister says those sharing the comments should keep it to themselves.

Solana’s new phase is ‘much more about finance,’ says Backpack CEO Armani Ferrante

The people who will pick the new All Blacks coach, and their one new requirement
The hiring panel will include a recently retired player, along with a legendary All Black.

Police warn of counterfeit $50 and $100 notes circulating in NZ
Public urged to use look-feel-tilt test to detect fake banknotes

Wellington’s Lyall Bay café Spruce Goose to close after 12 years
Spruce Goose confirmed on social media that it will close on February 8 after being unable to secure a new lease for its beachfront site on Cochrane St.

Samoan playwright found dead in prison, local media report
Papali'i Sia Figiel, 58, who was being held at the island's main correctional facility awaiting her next court hearing in relation to a murder charge, was found dead in a jail cell on Monday.

Golden loyalty: Schmidt rules himself out of race for All Blacks job
He is one of the big names being touted to replace Scott Robertson, but Joe Schmidt has made it known his allegiance is to Australia at the 2027 Rugby World Cup.

Tempers flare as teammates separated after altercation
Perth Wildcats teammates Jo Lual-Acuil and Kristian Doolittle were separated after an ugly confrontation as their team lost by a single point to Melbourne United.

Boos ring out over non-handshake
Mirra Andreeva is showered in boos for not shaking Ukrainian Elina Svitolina's hand after their fourth-round match, but it's explained that Andreeva left it because Svitolina had stated previously that she would snub Russians and Belarusians.

Dellacqua bullish about Inglis, Demon
Casey Dellacqua has belief in Maddison Inglis and Alex de Minaur as the Aussies zero in on mammoth Australian Open challenges.

Where privacy meets spectacle: estate with stunning views and secluded beach for fishing
Situated on nearly 3.5 hectares, this four-bedroom home in Katikati has long lawns and views for days.

Ministry says schools will increase use of new curriculum over the year
Auckland Primary Principals' Association president says it could take about three years to embed the new curriculum.

Auckland bakery pulls horse meat pies after council visit
Auckland Council said the horse meat used wasn't cleared for human consumption.

When can my kids start going for a run with me?
Children should always start running in small bursts and progress slowly over time, as doing too much too soon might lead to injury, an expert says.

Wellington café Spruce Goose to shut its doors after 12 years
Spruce Goose, located near Wellington Airport, said in a post on social media it had been unable to secure a new lease.