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General:
Australia's most successful Winter Olympics coach Peter McNiel and how his moguls team led the Milano Cortina gold rush 14:17

National:
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Rugby League:
Cronulla and Kiwis back-rower Briton Nikora is keen to play for Queensland under the new State of Origin rules 14:07

Entertainment:
Snoop Dogg had an unexpected moment in Livigno, Italy, this week after his payment failed at a local restaurant - and he later repaid the gesture with Olympic tickets 13:57

Health & Safety:
Two new blood cancer medications could soon be available to patients as pills, with one accessible through private clinics 13:47

Entertainment:
Sir Ian McKellen admits he "accepted that I'm not immortal" since his 2024 fall 13:27

Law and Order:
A young driver accused stealing a car and colliding with other vehicles in Christchurch is appearing in Youth Court today 13:27

International:
Iran announces temporary closure of Strait of Hormuz during US nuclear talks 13:07

Cricket:
Uncertainty over whether changes to the domestic T20 competition would stop top players from joining overseas leagues 13:07

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