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Thousands attend Anzac Day services across Hawke’s Bay
“The Anzac spirit - born of hardship and forged in battle - continues to resonate."

Man critically injured in fracas in west Auckland
He has suffered what are believed to be stab wounds during an incident overnight.

Major fire escalated rapidly, before explosion mushroomed skywards
The fire had just started when witness Minko Minkov drove by - but that changed quickly.

Taupo athlete falls 50m down cliff face
Louisa Redward, 43, wanted to thank the emergency services staff who rescued her.

New Android spyware is targeting Russian military personnel on the front lines
Trojanized mapping app steals users' locations, contacts, and more.

Gofundme for slain student Kyle Whorrall’s family raises close to $40,000
A 16-year-old has been charged with Whorrall's murder and has name suppression.

Former Black Caps batter Colin Munro fined after accusing opponent of chucking during Pakistan Super League match
Colin Munro was involved in a heated exchange during a Pakistan Super League match.

Former Black Cap, Pakistan veteran fined after chucking accusation
Colin Munro was docked 30% of his match fee after accusing a Multan Sultans bowler of chucking then clashing with their captain.

'One of my favourite wins' - Norrie battles illness to beat Landaluce
Britain's Cameron Norrie describes his first-round victory at the Madrid Open as one of his favourite wins in his career after overcoming illness to defeat Martin Landaluce.

'A very unique character' - Vardy will 'never be forgotten' by Foxes
Described as Leicester City's "greatest ever player", when Jamie Vardy departs, he will leave a legacy at the club he has served so well since his arrival 13 years ago.

UK bans video game controller exports to Russia
The Foreign Office says Russia was "buying harmless goods and turning them into tools of war".

Fire crews work overnight to contain major fire at recycling plant
The industrial blaze in Auckland's North Shore broke out Thursday afternoon, with the cause not yet known.

Andrew ‘Freddie’ Flintoff opens up on horror Top Gear crash
Flintoff suffered serious facial injuries and broken ribs while filming in 2022.

Cross-party hope for anti-trafficking legislation
An MP fighting for anti-trafficking legislation says it is hard for prosecutors to take cases to court - but he is hopeful his bill will turn the tide.

‘Vladimir, STOP!‘: Trump turns on Putin after deadly Kyiv strike
The President directly appealed for attacks on Ukraine to stop.

Stolen Napier RSA trailer recovered by police in time for Anzac Day
The Hawke’s Bay Tactical Crime Unit's lead happens to be a returned serviceman.

Stuart Smith: Geographic isolation no longer shelters us from threats
OPINION: We are facing the most challenging and dangerous strategic environment in decades with increasing threats to our national security interests.

Halberg Games providing inspiration for Amy Ellis chasing Paralympic dreams - On The Up
Amy Ellis will compete in her eighth Halberg Games this weekend.

Fullkrug West Ham outburst 'not helpful' - Potter
West Ham manager Graham Potter believes Niclas Fullkrug's recent outburst was not "helpful to the club" and would prefer players to voice concerns privately.

Inquest told of Cusack family transparency concerns
The inquest into the death of Sheffield United footballer Maddy Cusack is delayed until July at the earliest - and may not take place until the end of the year.

Signal chats, leaks, and sackings... What's going on in the Pentagon?
And is the defence secretary in trouble?

UK lifts sanctions on Syrian defence ministry
Restrictions are also being eased on the financial services and energy sectors to help investment.