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‘There’s a calling for it’: Tuqiri backs Nawaqanitawase, says Wallabies wasting Lomax
Lote Tuqiri believes rugby officials missed a trick by leaving Zac Lomax out of Australia A’s team. The former dual international also said Mark Nawaqanitawase has shown “balls” by considering his Wallabies future.

Grandson of Ugandan dictator DSQed again
Not three months after his disqualification at the Commonwealth Games, Aziz Abdul has been hit with the same penalty at the African Boxing Championships.

Port Adelaide mourn death of former player Daniel Stewart
Port Adelaide are mourning the sudden death of former player Daniel Stewart. The 37-year-old played in the AFL between 2010 and 2013.

Police believe Dunedin man was assaulted shortly before his death
A witness heard two men arguing before David Noah died, and police believe one of them was the 40-year-old Dunedin man.

Greens attack National’s pitch to families as election campaign ramps up
The Greens have attacked National’s pitch to families, pointing to child poverty and promoting free ECE and expanded school lunches.

LIVE: Rugby League World Cup: PNG v Samoa
Follow the action as the PNG Kumuls host Toa Samoa in Port Moresby.

Black Ferns v France: Live updates from the second test in Whangarei
Follow the action as the Black Ferns and France clash in Whangarei.

French rugby player, 17, dies after on-field accident
Cléa Menier died in hospital following a match, prompting nationwide tributes and black armbands in France's clash with the Black Ferns.

More FM host watches bizarre sheep rescue unfold across the road
Chris Bond initially thought police were dealing with a burglary after spotting a smashed window across from the More FM studio.

Take a breath: Travis Head pushes back against calls to overhaul the Test side
After a blunt description of Australia’s loss in the second Test, the vice captain said they should continue to reinforce with seasoned players, rather than make radical changes.

PNG pathways manager Joey Grima interacts with kids at Port Moresby
There's no shortage of local rugby league fans ready to cheer on the PNG Chiefs when they enter the NRL competition.

Grey clouds, dry ground
Flemington is dodging the rain and the crowds are flooding the race course lawns in anticipation for a one-off Cox Plate at racing's headquarters. The Age racing writer provides an update from the front gates, and is sticking with his top tip - Aeliana and a big day for Chris...

Recap: Fiji Bulikula too strong for Orchids at World Cup
Look back on the action as the PNG Orchids host the Fiji Bulikula in Port Moresby.

Fire crews called to top-storey blaze in central Dunedin
Four fire appliances were sent to the blaze, with everyone inside accounted for when crews arrived.

Watch: Kiwi forward scores 33 seconds into A-League debut with very first touch
Forward Matt Ellis scored on his first touch as an A-League player, but Perth Glory remain winless after falling 2-1 to Brisbane Roar.

Live: Black Ferns v France WXV Global Series
Follow all the rugby action from Semenoff Stadium in Whangarei.

Parker-Hulme murder: Pauline Parker dies in Scotland
Pauline Parker, one of the teen killers behind one of New Zealand's most infamous murders has died on the Scottish island of Orkney.

Black Ferns eye series win in second test against France
Follow live updates as the Black Ferns take on France in the second test in Whangarei.

Three more All Blacks ruled out of end of year tour
Three more All Blacks have been ruled out of contention for the Nations Championship Northern Series, with Tyrel Lomax, Samisoni Taukei’aho and Shannon Frizell all sidelined by injury.