We all know there is a prevalence of swearing associated with sports. But now a study led by Dr Richard Stephens from Keele University in the UK says it now understands why; Whitney Hansen will take charge of the Black Ferns on a two-year deal after the six-time world champions came up short at this year's global showpiece; The government has put more support into eradicating the yellow-legged hornets found on Auckland's North Shore; A buoyant idea is helping Hawkes Bay residents stay safe out on the water this summer. Local harbourmaster Adrian Wright has been lending lifejackets to boaties who have been heading out without one.
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We all know there is a prevalence of swearing associated with sports. But now a study led by Dr Richard Stephens from Keele University in the UK says it now understands why; Whitney Hansen will take charge of the Black Ferns on a two-year deal after the six-time world champions came up short at this year's global showpiece; The government has put more support into eradicating the yellow-legged hornets found on Auckland's North Shore; A buoyant idea is helping Hawkes Bay residents stay safe out on the water this summer. Local harbourmaster Adrian Wright has been lending lifejackets to boaties who have been heading out without one.
Midday Report Essentials for Wednesday 17 December 2025
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Midday Report Essentials for Wednesday 17 December 2025
The Crown is returning more than 3,000 hectares of land to Maori in the top of the South Island - ending what's thought to be the country's longest running property dispute; Wellington's regional council is warning another bus driver shortage could be on the way if there's no change to immigration settings; The funerals of the victims of Sunday's terrorist attack have begun; The cherry-pit-spit nationals take place in Cromwell on December 28th.
Midday Report
We all know there is a prevalence of swearing associated with sports. But now a study led by Dr Richard Stephens from Keele University in the UK says it now understands why; Whitney Hansen will take charge of the Black Ferns on a two-year deal after the six-time world champions came up short at this year's global showpiece; The government has put more support into eradicating the yellow-legged hornets found on Auckland's North Shore; A buoyant idea is helping Hawkes Bay residents stay safe out on the water this summer. Local harbourmaster Adrian Wright has been lending lifejackets to boaties who have been heading out without one.
