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Soccer:
Mary Fowler and Katrina Gorry both score in the Women's Super League after missing Matildas friendlies 12:37

Law and Order:
Assad dynasty maintained grip on Syria through fear, surveillance and murder 12:27

Business:
The long-serving Kiwi global boss of ANZ banking group is stepping down 12:27

Business:
A mortgage broker says they've never seen so many borrowers on short-term rates 11:47

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Changes to insulation rules aim to cut upfront building costs - and give designers more choice 11:07

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A section of the West Coast's Paparoa Great Walk is partially closed, following a near 30-metre wide slip 10:47

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