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A sharper-than-expected contraction in the New Zealand economy has fuelled expectations of a higher interest rate cut in October.

Canada are full of belief they can end New Zealand's bid for a third successive Women's Rugby World Cup title in the semi-finals on Friday, with France taking on England in the other last-four clash this weekend.

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Jorja Miller has been ruled out of New Zealand’s semi-final against Canada on Friday in a huge blow to the Black Ferns’ hopes of defending their crown

New Zealand's Women's Rugby World Cup squad has been hit by the withdrawal of flanker Jorja Miller from their semi-final against Canada due to injury.

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Chinese embassy says it lodged a ‘serious representation’ over interrogations and seizures of electronic devices.

The Pacific Islands Forum wrapped up its annual leaders meeting last week with some significant agreements, including the launch of the region’s own climate financing facility, the endorsement of the Ocean of Peace declaration and policies on partnerships and broader aspirations for “deeper integration”.