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The Latest Breaking News from Wayne Smith

Today's rugby news as retiring Wales star reveals anguish and All Blacks legend warns Wales of unexpected 'danger'

The rugby stories making headlines in Wales and around the world on Wednesday, May 10

Wales Online

How does the NSW government’s renewable energy plan stack up against Labor’s? We asked the experts

The NSW Coalition and the state opposition are putting major funding on the table for clean energy – with both sides recognising action is needed

The Guardian - AU

A white Louisiana police officer is charged with killing an unarmed Black man

After reviewing evidence and bodycam footage, state troopers charged Shreveport Police Officer Alexander Tyler, 23, with negligent homicide in the Feb. 3 shooting death of Alonzo Bagley, 43.

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Police officer arrested for fatally shooting unarmed black man in Louisiana

Troopers charged Shreveport Police Officer Alexander Tyler, 23, with negligent homicide over the death of Alonzo Bagley, 43

Wales Online

England forwards coach Richard Cockerill laughs off calls to outlaw the maul

England scored three tries through driving mauls in Saturday’s victory over Italy.

The Independent UK

Stalwart Wayne Smith earns fond farewell from Hunter harness racing

Wayne Smith has been synonymous with Hunter harness racing for most of his 43 years, not just as an administrator but also a tireless volunteer. So much so, that his departure from the secretary-manager role at Newcastle and secretary position at Maitland caused shock - and some concern. "I did…

Newcastle Herald

Newcastle Harness Racing Club back on track after COVID-hit year

Newcastle Harness Racing Club have posted a net profit of about $114,000 for the 2021-22 financial year to bounce back from a COVID-driven loss.

Newcastle Herald

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Charlatan or savant? The Eddie Jones question that will now never be answered

England were right to take the huge risk of sacking Jones just nine months before a World Cup but it leaves some frustrating uncertainty

The Independent UK

A Geordie panto with West End flair - review of Cinderella at Newcastle Theatre Royal

Joe McElderry again joins Danny Adams and Clive Webb for more magic and mayhem at the Theatre Royal in Newcastle

Chronicle Live

Maybe it's time for Wales do the unthinkable and make a World Cup call to Warren Gatland to rescue this mess

The pressure is piling on Wayne Pivac after Wales' defeat to Georgia, but what are the credible alternatives out there?

Wales Online

England may not have won World Cup but they have changed women’s rugby

Even in the crushing disappointment of defeat, there is much for the Red Roses to be proud of

The Guardian - UK

Black Ferns the answer to every NZ rugby question

Leading rugby writer and broadcaster Jim Kayes says NZ Rugby cannot ignore the vitality and commercial appeal of the Black Ferns any longer - and things must change

Newsroom.co.nz

Sensations of a sublime World Cup final

It was a World Cup triumph that overwhelmed Eden Park with a psychedelic, sensory overload. Suzanne McFadden was there for NZ's night of nights.

Newsroom.co.nz

Middleton hails beaten England: ‘We couldn’t ask for a single thing more’

England’s head coach Simon Middleton says he will for ever be proud of his team following their agonising defeat to New Zealand

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Sarah Hunter hails ‘special group’ of Red Roses after England final heartbreak

Tournament hosts New Zealand clung on for a 34-31 at Eden Park against an England side reduced to 14 after 18 minutes.

Wales Online

What time is New Zealand v England Women's Rugby World Cup final kick-off? TV channel and live stream info

The Red Roses face the Black Ferns in the World Cup final in New Zealand: here's the start time, how to watch it, team news and referee details

The Independent UK

England ready for New Zealand and one final step to true greatness

The defending champions take on the best side in the world with Eden Park sold out for the highest-profile women’s rugby match in history

Newsroom.co.nz

An audience with the great Wayne Smith

An exceptional Kiwi prepares to exit stage left after the World Cup final. Tim Murphy watches Wayne Smith share his wisdom and his love with rugby media

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Newsroom.co.nz

The Kendra and Ruby Show

At opposite ends of their Black Ferns careers, Kendra Cocksedge and Ruby Tui have a special bond - so it's fitting they had the final word before going into battle for the Rugby World Cup title.

The Guardian - UK

History beckons for Red Roses and New Zealand in game-changing finale

Red Roses face a defining 80 minutes for their all-conquering vision while New Zealand women relish arrival on biggest stage

The Guardian - UK

Black Ferns’ fearless philosophy gives England a World Cup final dilemma

New Zealand have flourished playing an attacking game but following suit would be a big risk for England in World Cup final

Newsroom.co.nz

Black Ferns boogie to the big dance

Music, fun and laughter have helped the Black Ferns reach the Rugby World Cup final this weekend. And Jim Kayes believes they must keep playing to have fun - and victory will come with it.

Newsroom.co.nz

Sold-out World Cup final awaits Black Ferns

It wasn't pretty, but the Black Ferns scraping into the World Cup final has helped change the face of women's rugby - drawing a sell-out crowd to Eden Park for their clash with England.

Newsroom.co.nz

Black Ferns teach Ted how to dance

Pensioners Wayne Smith and Sir Graham Henry are proud to have helped lift another NZ team into a Rugby World Cup semi. And they explain how a Black Ferns victory could change players' lives.

Newsroom.co.nz

Wāhine toa of the north

With thousands of fans expected to pour into Whangārei's Northland Events Centre today for the RWC quarterfinals, Adam Julian looks back at the proud history of women's rugby in the north.

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