Lea Tahuhu appeals successfully for the wicket of Omaima Sohail of Pakistan during the ICC Women's Cricket World Cup in India last year. Photo: Getty ImagesThe White Ferns' all-time leading ODI wicket-taker has announced her retirement from one-day international cricket. To have been able to wear the shirt and represent my country and my family over 100 times in ODI cricket is something I never could have dreamt of. Tahuhu made what was her final ODI appearance for New Zealand against England at the 2025 ICC Women's Cricket World Cup in India. Lea Tahuhu stats• ODI debut - June 14, 2011 - Rose Bowl Series v Australia in Brisbane• White Ferns all-time leading ODI wicket-taker - 125 wickets• 103 ODI matches (one of just 12 players to play 100 ODIs for the WHITE FERNS)• Named in the 2023 ICC Women's ODI Team of the Year• Four ICC Women's Cricket World Cup tournament appearances (2013, 2017, 2022, 2025)

Lea Tahuhu appeals successfully for the wicket of Omaima Sohail of Pakistan during the ICC Women's Cricket World Cup in India last year. Photo: Getty ImagesThe White Ferns' all-time leading ODI wicket-taker has announced her retirement from one-day international cricket. Tahuhu has consistently been ranked inside the world's top 10 one-day international bowlers, and is one of just 12 players to have played more than 100 ODIs for New Zealand. To have been able to wear the shirt and represent my country and my family over 100 times in ODI cricket is something I never could have dreamt of. Tahuhu made what was her final ODI appearance for New Zealand against England at the 2025 ICC Women's Cricket World Cup in India.

And not one of those show pony utes you see cruising urban streets, playing a silent but aggressive game of “my ute is bigger than your ute”. Just think of the Ranger, Ranger, Ranger, Ranger ad. If you call it a ute, you are firmly on the Kiwi (Aussie) ute route. The word “ute” comes from “utility”, which feels fitting. Year after year, they dominate sales lists, dominate roads, and dominate conversations at rural supply stores.

For locals, Maketū Pies became a point of pride - something from their backyard that made it big. The Maketū Pies factory, where the iconic Bay of Plenty brand began and still operates today. “We only need to be in 10% of them to make it work.”Pies on the production line at the Maketū Pies factory. She said Maketū Pies wasn’t back to what it was when she started yet, but it was “halfway there”. Brand expert on rebuilding a food brandGlenn Dougal said going through liquidation did not necessarily amount to reputational failure for an everyday food brand like Maketū Pies.

“We have an exciting year ahead and can’t wait to share more.”The six-part 'Harry & Meghan' programme became one of Netflix's most watched documentary series. “Meghan is still on good terms with the Netflix team ... but is very happy to have full control of the company,” they said. Their first delivery, the six-part documentary Harry & Meghan became one of the most-viewed documentaries on the platform. A top-selling raspberry spread sold by Meghan Markle's lifestyle venture As Ever. Photo / As EverLifestyle and consumer goods brand As Ever offers home and kitchenware products, and gourmet food and pantry items.

Photo: RNZThe Prime Minister has told Newstalk ZB none of his Cabinet colleagues have told him to reconsider his future, saying "all of them" back him. Luxon told Newstalk ZB on Friday he was "absolutely not" considering standing down, saying he had the skills to lead the National Party and the country. Luxon said he has "not thought about" what polling level would be the threshold for him to step down as Prime Minister. "I have the full support of my team and my caucus." The poll came at the end of a week where Luxon struggled to communicate clearly on the US-Iran conflict.

An Auckland father has accused Auckland Transport (AT) of major failures around passenger safety. Rachel Cara, AT group manager, public transport operations, said there are variations in how safety incident data is reported. She said AT’s public transport operators provided prompt updates on major incidents to AT public transport operations teams, including staff in the Auckland Transport Operations Centre and the Auckland Rail Operations Centre. Three women and a man in their early 20s were left fearful of public transport after an unprovoked attack. “This means it is vitally important that Auckland Transport and our public transport partners work closely together and with agencies like police and Auckland Council to proactively manage public transport safety,” Cara said.

Highlanders coach Jamie Joseph speaks after missing out on the All Blacks head coaching role, saying the race was “tight” and backing Dave Rennie to succeed. Video \ Ben Tomsett

Corey Peters competing in the final in Cortina d'Ampezzo. Photo: Getty ImagesFour-time Paralympic medallist Corey Peters has finished fifth in the Men's Downhill Sitting event at the 2026 Winter Games in Italy. "Fifth was definitely not what I was looking for with downhill being one of my better events." Norwegian Jesper Pedersen, the silver medallist from four years ago, produced a slick run down the Olimpia delle Tofane to register 1:18.14 to win gold. Peters continues his quest at the Milano Cortina Games when he competes in the Men's Super-G Sitting on Monday.

The damage rising prices could do to consumer and business confidence is a real cause for concern. So far, financial market reaction – including oil prices – has been measured. In combination with rising prices, it equals stagflation – the worst of potential economic scenarios. There might be a cap on how far Trump can allow oil prices to rise based on domestic political blowback. The factors that might determine the timing of Trump’s inevitable “mission accomplished” speech will be oil prices, financial markets, US inflation and, ultimately, political polls.

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“It’s a bit of a mystery.”Peter Lange is a renowned ceramicist and younger brother of the late David Lange. The headstone of former Prime Minister David Lange was removed at the request of his widow Margaret Pope. “Disinterments are carried out by Auckland Council cemetery staff and a public health officer may request to be in attendance. “Approximately 10 disinterments are carried out annually across the Auckland Council cemetery network. “Auckland Council cemeteries disinterment costs are: Adult $6600, Child $3400.”

Less than a month later, he was demoted to Racing Bulls in one of the most brutal driver switches in the sport’s history. And while points aren’t a guarantee, as all teams continue to learn about their new cars, Lawson is better placed than most to make the most of his qualifying position. Liam Lawson after qualifying eighth for Formula One's Australian Grand Prix. But given Racing Bulls’ work in pre-season saw very little disruption from the new Ford power unit, points are definitely on the cards. [There’s been] a lot of Whittakers, I think I’m on 15 blocks so far.”The Australian Grand Prix begins at 5pm on Sunday (NZT).

Otago Boys’ High School athlete Mason Kingan won the South Island Secondary School Duathlon title in Oamaru last weekend. PHOTO: NIC DUFFThe first day of autumn would have felt more like the middle of winter for multisport athletes arriving in Oamaru last weekend. Cold and wet conditions greeted the competitors at the Oamaru Triathlon on Sunday. Adair Craik was part of the organising team and said despite the ‘‘appalling’’ weather, the event was a success. ‘‘We were pleased with the fact we were able to hold it and people stayed around for prizegiving and got all their medals .

Photo: Sam HendersonA new visiting service ensures disabled people are safe and supported. People for Us is a peer-to-peer initiative where disabled individuals visit adults living in residential care. He is on the national executive committee of the Disabled Persons Assembly, an organisation run by and for disabled people. When visiting the homes of disabled people, Miss Webb and Mr King check they are happy, have a voice and are not being abused. The service is funded by the Ministry of Social Development’s Disability Support Services and aims to amplify the voices of disabled people while reducing the risk of neglect and abuse.