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Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025: When and where is it taking place?
Yahoo Sports - Canada
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July 24, 2025
England will face the United States in their opening match at this year’s home Women’s Rugby World Cup. John Mitchell’s side, who were drawn in Pool A, will play the US on August 22 at the Stadium of Light in Sunderland, kicking off the first of...
The NRL’s representative eligibility rules are broken. Here’s how to fix them
Brisbane Times
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July 25, 2025
He was born in Meadowbank in Sydney’s west and played junior footy for Mascot Jets. How is he any less of a New South Welshman than the others who wear the sky blue? Why can’t the Sydney-born, Bronte-raised Victor Radley play for NSW if he chooses...
Solomon Islands coach says women's team can 'go for the World Cup' after stunning OFC victory
RNZ
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July 25, 2025
Solomon Islands celebrate their second goal during the OFC 2025 Women's Nations Cup against reigning champions Papua New Guinea in Suva. 19 July 2025 Photo: Kirk Corrie / Phototek.nz Solomon Islands national women's football team head coach Moses...
‘We’ll lose the fans’: Bennett’s solution to Origin debate as UK recruit prepares for $2m acid test
Fox Sports
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South Sydney coach Wayne Bennett has weighed in on proposed changes to State of Origin eligibility while also calling for calm as English recruit Lewis Dodd prepares to make his first start at halfback after a rough first year in Australia. FOX...
From Medals to Memories
Island Times
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July 25, 2025
By: Faith Chen KOROR, Palau – Samoan athletes who competed in the 2025 Pacific Mini Games in Palau shared a mix of praise and constructive feedback about their stay, pointing to memorable moments, challenges in accommodations, and the warmth of...
‘Polarising’: V’landys flags major Origin shake-up as Raiders gun’s snub exposes glaring issue
Fox Sports
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ARLC chairman Peter V’landys has confirmed the game’s powerbrokers are preparing to review State of Origin eligibility rules to reduce the impact on New Zealand and England’s talent pools. As it stands, players who represent those tier one nations...
Pacific Islands News Roundup – July 18 – July 24, 2025
Pacific Islands Report
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July 25, 2025
Editor’s Note: We are undergoing a web host migration process and may need to make necessary modifications to our format and frequency over the next several weeks. Thank you in advance for your understanding. Political Leadership and Regionalism,...
Origin eligibility rules under fire as ARLC boss calls for review
Sporting News
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July 25, 2025
State of Origin eligibility rules are under fresh scrutiny, with ARLC chairman Peter V'landys confirming a major review is on the table. Vlandys said the current system unfairly blocks players from representing tier-one nations like New Zealand...
King of island reggae George ‘Fiji’ Veikoso remembered as a Pacific reggae trailblazer
The New Zealand Herald
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July 25, 2025
Pome’e is the lead singer for South Auckland reggae band Three Houses Down. He shared memories with the Herald about growing up with his brothers listening to international reggae icons Bob Marley and UB40 - before a new voice entered their home...
NRL: NZ Warriors v Wests Tigers - what you need to know
Scoop
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Grant Chapman, Digital Sports Journalist Warriors v Tigers Kickoff 4pm Sunday, 13 July Go Media Stadium, Auckland Live blog updates on RNZ Sport History NZ Warriors enjoy a 22-16 all-time advantage over Wests Tigers, although they have actually...
Hunt: Red Roses can emulate Lionesses with World Cup on home soil
The Times
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Natasha Hunt wants to emulate the success of the Lionesses and take women’s rugby into the “stratosphere”. The 36-year-old is among the 32 players named in the Red Roses squad for a World Cup on home soil, three years after her devastating...
Queensland Police Service graduation highlights era of mentorship and service
The National Tribune
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July 25, 2025
Queensland Police Service (QPS) has welcomed 125 new First Year Constables (FYCs) today following their graduation from the QPS Academy in Brisbane. This latest cohort of graduates represents the next generation of frontline policing and includes...
Channel Ten axes another high-profile talent
Sky News Australia
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July 15, 2025
Rodger Corser has reportedly been shown the door at Channel Ten, joining the list of talent being cut as the network continues to shed staff. Channel Nine swooped the popular 52-year-old TV host from under Ten's nose to host its top-rating game...
'Natural leader' Chancellor to captain Australia for the first time
ABC (Australian Broadcasting Corporation)
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July 24, 2025
Wallaroos coach Jo Yapp has described new captain Emily Chancellor as a "natural leader" as the Wallabies make their final preparations before next month's Women's Rugby World Cup. Injuries to captain and blindside flanker Siokapesi Palu (foot)...
Fortnite OG Rocket Launch Live Event countdown: What time will it begin?
Sportskeeda
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July 24, 2025
The Fortnite OG Rocket Launch Live Event will kick off at 2 PM Eastern Time on July 26, 2025. This will be the third time in the timeline that the Rocket will take off from the island, but it's the first instance of it doing so from within another...
Queensland Government boosts police frontline with 125 new graduates
The National Tribune
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July 24, 2025
The Crisafulli Government delivers 125 new police officers to communities across Queensland to strengthen frontline policing and restore community safety. New constables to be stationed at more than 60 locations across Queensland. The bolstering...
‘Make a decision’: Kevvie’s trump card in Haas’ Kangaroos defection as Samoa trio face looming call
Fox Sports
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Kevin Walters has made his first move as newly-appointed Kangaroos coach clear — stop Payne Haas from defecting ahead of this year’s Ashes series. Fears are growing the Australian side is facing a looming exodus of top talent, with the likes of...
New Zealand rugby legend Chris Masoe returns to Whanganui for The Classics match
Whanganui Chronicle
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July 23, 2025
Masoe made 12 appearances for the Whanganui National Provincial Championship Division Two side from 1999-2000, scoring four tries before making the first big move of his career to Taranaki the following year. Now, at 46, he returns to Cooks...
Dubai links traffic fine payments to visa renewal
The National News
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Dubai has implemented a system that links traffic fine payments to immigration services − including renewals, cancellations and changing status. People with traffic fines under their names will need to settle the payment before applying for...
Aussie coach’s appointment torn to shreds
Cairns Post
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July 23, 2025
After being unveiled as the new Kangaroos coach, Kevin Walters has a big task ahead of him; first to convince a trio of stars to stay loyal and then potentially an even tougher battle in keeping his job. Earlier this week, Walters was appointed by...