Tom Phillips is killed during a shootout with police during a burglary in New Zealand's Waikato region, his sister says.
ANZ CEO says automated redundancy email was 'indefensible'
Chief executive Nuno Matos says the bank is going to ensure the "indefensible and deeply disappointing" emails are not repeated.
Roosters storm home, leave their Mark as Bellamy fumes over 'embarrassing' Storm loss
Rugby recruit Mark Nawaqanitawase bags four tries as the Sydney Roosters scored 40 unanswered points to down Melbourne in Craig Bellamy's milestone match.
NZ fugitive reportedly caught on camera after four years on the run
New Zealand father Tom Philips disappeared into the rugged wilderness just before Christmas 2021 with his three children.
Preston hat-trick guides Bulldogs to first NRL top four finish in 13 years
A hat-trick to back row forward Jacob Preston has guided the Canterbury Bulldogs to a 28-4 win over an understrength Penrith Panthers.
Mitch Brown a rare example of a queer player in men's sport
Openly gay male athletes are rare in mainstream Australian sport, but some have built up the courage to share their story.
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Liz's first song was about Harry Potter. Now she's playing Coachella
The Beths are known for pairing deeply personal, anxiety-fuelled lyrics with punchy, upbeat indie rock melodies, earning them the attention of former US president Barack Obama and propelling the band to everything from Tiny Desk to Coachella.
NZ's Woodman-Wickliffe extends try-scoring record at Women's Rugby World Cup
Playing at her third Women's Rugby World Cup, New Zealand star Portia Woodman-Wickliffe breaks her own record with her 21st career try at the tournament in the Black Ferns' win over Spain.
Broncos belt Knights in nine-try NRLW win, Sharks move to third
Brisbane were in no mood to surrender the NRLW minor premiership on Sunday, scoring nine tries to secure a 46-16 win over Newcastle, keeping them nipping at the Sydney Roosters' heels.
Tigers finals dreams shattered as halfback is taken to hospital
Wests Tigers' hopes of ending a 14-year finals drought have been extinguished, after the North Queensland Cowboys scored three late tries to snatch a thrilling 34-28 win.
New Zealand town popular with Australians at 'cusp' of overtourism
Queenstown's beauty attracts about 3 million overseas visitor nights each year, making tourism the backbone of the town's economy. But it has its consequences, and now locals are speaking out.
Raiders win with 95m golden point try, Storm hold on against Bulldogs
The top two places on the NRL ladder have all but been secured, after the Canberra Raiders and Melbourne Storm captured wins in a pair of classic contests on Friday night.
Lactalis to purchase Fonterra in mega $3.4b dairy deal
Global dairy business Lactalis is set to purchase New Zealand dairy company Fonterra for $3.4 billion in a deal that will see it become the largest dairy business in Australia.
NZ authorities' warning over Aussie's controversial 'ethical' internet
New Zealand's financial watchdog has issued a warning about an embattled internet scheme founded by an Australian with a colourful past.
Military court finds New Zealand soldier guilty of attempted espionage
A military court has found a New Zealand soldier guilty of attempted espionage for a foreign power — the first spying conviction in the country's history.
New Zealand minister says US has carried defence 'burden' for too long
Judith Collins, New Zealand's defence minister, told ABC News she is sympathetic to the Trump administration's push for partner countries to lift defence spending.
Why both China and Taiwan aren't welcome at the Pacific's top meeting next month
The Pacific's leaders are grappling with Solomon Islands' contentious decision to block all outsiders from the region's most important annual meeting next month. So what does the episode say about how strategic competition is reshaping the region?
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Disappointed Ciraldo threatens to swing axe at Dogs as Dragons coach fumes over Warriors try
A frustrated Cameron Ciraldo is considering changes to his team after Canterbury fall to a second loss in three games, following a controversial call in the Dragons' loss to the Warriors in Auckland.
NZ defence minister sympathises with Trump's push to lift defence spending
New Zealand's defence minister says the United States has carried the burden on defence for countries like Australia and her own, as the White House pressures the Albanese government to lift defence spending.
Penrith denied match-winning field goal, Storm win in golden point
Melbourne Storm captain Harry Grant has scored a try in the second minute of golden point to defeat the Penrith Panthers.
Lessons from New Zealand's experience with potato mop-top virus
Potato mop-top virus was detected in New Zealand seven years ago. With the virus now present in Tasmania, what can we learn from the response across the Tasman?
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