5 h. ago Man finds surfboard that drifted 2,400km from Australia to New Zealand

The board was found covered in barnacles and mussels in Raglan, nearly 18 months after it was lost during a boat trip near TasmaniaA surfboard lost off Australia’s coast nearly 18 months ago has washed up on one of New Zealand’s most famed surf beaches, thousands of kilometres from where it was last seen.New Zealand-based French surfer Alvaro Bon was kite surfing in Raglan on the North Island’s west coast on 15 October, when his kite caught in the water and he began drifting out to sea. Continue reading...

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5 h. ago Man finds surfboard that drifted 2,400km from Australia to New Zealand – and tracks down owner

Board was found covered in barnacles and mussels in Raglan, nearly 18 months after it was lost during a boat trip near TasmaniaA surfboard lost off Australia’s coast nearly 18 months ago has washed up on one of New Zealand’s most famed surf beaches, thousands of kilometres from where it was last seen.New Zealand-based French surfer Alvaro Bon was kite surfing in Raglan on the North Island’s west coast on 15 October, when his kite caught in the water and he began drifting out to sea. Continue reading...

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67 h. ago Rejuvenated Joe Root all revved up to end Ashes century drought in Australia

Root is yet to score century in Australia in three seriesEngland begin ODI series against New Zealand on SundayJoe Root has declared himself ready to thrive in this winter’s Ashes, having changed his approach to focus more on getting himself in the ideal frame of mind rather than fixating on his technique.Root goes into the one-day international series against New Zealand having not played since early September, since when his only batting has come in the indoor nets in Sheffield. “It’s been nice to have a break,” Root said. Continue reading...

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68 h. ago Tammy Beaumont looking at bigger picture with World Cup semi

England face New Zealand in their final group game seeking momentum for the final stages.

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5 d. ago Australia and New Zealand issue extreme fire danger warnings as heat records tumble

New South Wales and Queensland on Tuesday recorded their hottest October temperatures since records began in 1910

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7 d. ago More than 1,000 guns and parts seized in illicit weapon crackdown in Australia and New Zealand

Police make more than 180 arrests and capture 281 privately manufactured weapons and parts, including those made by 3D printersFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastAuthorities have seized more than 1,000 firearms and gun parts in a crackdown on the spread of illicit weapons in Australia and New Zealand.The week-long transnational operation led to more than 180 arrests, according to Australian Border Force, and the seizure of 281 privately manufactured firearms and parts, including those made by 3D printers. Continue reading...

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8 d. ago Sam Curran thankful for ‘reset’ after regaining his England place

The all-rounder impressed in Christchurch.

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1 week ago Aussie rules: Motherwell star says having mates from Down Under has helped

Oscar Priestman is one of four players at Fir Park who are from Australia and New Zealand

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1 week ago Harry Brook insists the Ashes is on backburner as focus turns to New Zealand

A limited-overs tour of New Zealand has flown under the radar, but the England white-ball captain says the Black Caps have his undivided attention.

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1 week ago Tim Southee likely to only be available for first Ashes Test

Southee took up a position as England’s fast bowling consultant in the summer.

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2 w. ago Rugby’s international heavyweights join forces to deliver big blow to R360

A statement released by all the Six Nations unions except Wales, plus South Africa, New Zealand and Australia, is scathing of the rebel competition.

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2 w. ago England among eight rugby nations who vow to ban players in rebel R360 league

Statement says R360 players ineligible for internationalsIreland and Scotland among those to impose sanctionGlobal rugby’s biggest unions have gone on the attack against the rebel Rugby 360 organisation that is seeking to poach the game’s leading stars. England, Ireland, Scotland, France and Italy, along with New Zealand, Australia and South Africa, made clear on Tuesday that players who join the proposed new competition will be ineligible for international selection and have confirmed they will not support the venture.Rugby 360’s backers, fronted by the former England international Mike Tindall, had been hoping to launch their multi-city franchise tournament next year but have now been told to back off in no uncertain terms. “As a group of national rugby unions, we are urging extreme caution for players and support staff considering joining the proposed R360 competition,” read a statement issued by the world’s leading unions. Continue reading...

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2 w. ago England among eight rugby nations vowing to ban players in rebel R360 league

Statement says R360 players ineligible for internationalsIreland and Scotland among those to impose sanctionGlobal rugby’s biggest unions have gone on the attack against the rebel R360 organisation that is seeking to poach the game’s leading stars. England, Ireland, Scotland, France and Italy, along with New Zealand, Australia and South Africa, made clear on Tuesday that players who join the proposed new competition will be ineligible for international selection and have confirmed they will not support the venture.R360’s backers, fronted by the former England international Mike Tindall, had been hoping to launch their multicity franchise tournament next year but have now been told to back off in no uncertain terms. “As a group of national rugby unions, we are urging extreme caution for players and support staff considering joining the proposed R360 competition,” read a statement issued by the world’s leading unions. Continue reading...

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3 w. ago Police in Australia seize guns from dozens of owners who hold views rejecting government authority

Police in Western Australia have seized guns and suspended or cancelled permits for dozens of gun owners who are linked to sovereign citizen ideologies, which reject government authority

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3 w. ago New Zealand power past Australia but miss out on Rugby Championship title

New Zealand 28-14 Australia: The All Blacks put the pressure on South Africa with victory in Perth - but the Springboks held on against Argentina to claim the title

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3 w. ago New Zealand power past Australia to keep Rugby Championship title hopes alive

New Zealand 28-14 Australia: The All Blacks put the pressure on South Africa with victory in Perth

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3 w. ago Australia v New Zealand live: All Blacks keeping Rugby Championship title hopes alive

A win for the All Blacks would put the pressure on South Africa in a tight title tussle

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3 w. ago Bledisloe Cup live: Australia Wallabies v New Zealand All Blacks – Rugby Championship

Updates from the Wallabies v All Blacks in PerthSign up for The Breakdown | Get in touch via emailConditions in Perth are damp. It’s been raining on and off throughout the day so it will be slick under lights. Temperatures are mild and there’s little wind to speak of.“As a South African following while doing a short stint in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, I am salivating ahead of this pivotal match,” emails Craig Sayers. “Indeed, my medulla oblongata has worked overtime this entire Rugby Championship, considering the effect on my heart rate, breathing, and blood pressure. Continue reading...

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3 w. ago Bledisloe Cup: Australia v New Zealand – Rugby Championship live

Updates from Wallabies v All Blacks in PerthKick-off at Optus Stadium is 5.45pm local/7.45pm AESTAny thoughts? Get in touch with an email Five changes to the starting XV for the Wallabies – six for the All Blacks, four of them injury enforced. Among the half-dozen, Scott Barrett returns to skipper the side, Damien McKenzie replaces the injured Beauden Barrett at five-eighth, and Leicester Fainga’anuku comes in for Caleb Clarke.It’s an inexperienced line-up with five starters with under ten caps to their name, and a further four that have yet to pass 30 international appearances. Continue reading...

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3 w. ago Australia v New Zealand live: Wallabies seek revenge on All Blacks in Rugby Championship

A win for the All Blacks would put the pressure on South Africa in a tight title tussle

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