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Kiwi netball coach reveals ‘mind-blowing’ trans-Tasman resource gap
“I almost cried when I walked through the doors of Netball Queensland and looked at what they actually have behind them,” former Stars coach Kiri Wills said.

Nelson Hospital short staffed, run down, 'not good enough for patients', says nurse
Amanda Field says the staffing shortages, run down buildings and lack of bed space is now the worst she's ever seen it.

Rose still sets Masters pace as McIlroy roars back
Justin Rose leads the Masters as he continues his quest for a maiden victory at the age of 44, while Rory McIlroy recovers to move two shots behind.

Wildfire home scare has owners worried about future
A mild winter followed by spring droughts has made this year particularly bad for wildfires in Wales.

The Papers: 'Parliament recalled' and Harry 'Royals trap' claim
A vote aimed at saving a British Steel plant and claims from the Duke of Sussex feature on Saturday's front pages.

Trump embarrassment causes shame and silence for Americans in Paris
US visitors tell the BBC they're keeping quiet about their nationality abroad.

Explosion in central Athens after anonymous tip off
There have been no reported injuries as Greece's transport minister condemned the "criminal" attack.

Sunny and warm UK weather to fade over weekend
Warm, dry and sunny so far this April but some changes this weekend.

Laura Kuenssberg: Can UK afford to save British Steel – and can it afford not to?
The vote later won't determine British Steel's future, but is a first step towards a possible nationalisation.

Pucovski may face an uneven playing pitch when it comes to compensation
If Will Pucovski attempts to claim workers’ compensation after retiring due to the impacts of concussions he could find it tough to receive any financial recompense.

Bryson holes out from bunker
Bryson DeChambeau holes out from the bunker at the par-3 fourth during the second round of the Masters.

Woman found dead in vehicle, homicide probe underway
A 50-year-old man is in police custody and assisting police with the investigation.

Rose & McIlroy feature in best shots of Masters day two
Justin Rose and Rory McIlroy feature in the best shots from day two at the Masters at Augusta.

Global breakthrough to tackle shipping emissions
Countries break ten-year deadlock to agree measures to reduce commercial shipping emissions.

Trump to end protected status for Afghans and Cameroonians
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem found the conditions in both countries no longer merited US protections, a statement says.

The Scots magician who inspired the great Houdini
John Henry Anderson from Aberdeenshire was reputedly among legendary Harry Houdini's inspirations.

Australia's looming election brings housing crisis into focus
Australia's housing crisis has hit its worst point in decades, becoming a key issue in the upcoming election.

Menendez brothers' bid for freedom can continue, judge rules
The ruling potentially paves the way for an early release for Erik and Lyle Menendez, who are serving life sentences for killing their parents.

As an Israeli hostage turns 48, his wife waits for blue ticks on her messages
Eighteen months since Omri Miran was taken hostage by Hamas, his wife Lishay still sends family updates, which she hopes he will read one day.

Ange reveals Tottenham leak
There's a mole in the Tottenham camp and Ange Postecoglou has a “fair idea” who it might be.