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As it happened: Anthony Joshua comfortably beats Joseph Parker in unanimous decision win, challenges Deontay Wilder for next title fight

Anthony Joshua has won the WBO heavyweight title off Joseph Parker this morning at Principality Stadium in Cardiff.

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'You're already a true NZ legend brother...GO HARD, bring the belts home!' - top Kiwi artist Mr G creates massive Parker mural in two days

Bay of Plenty's Te Puke was the lucky town to receive the mural.

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'Go Joe!' - Kiwis in Cardiff ready to support Joseph Parker's showdown

Rugby coach Todd Blackadder was among those ready to back Parker.

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Fans gather in a packed out Cardiff bar in support of Joseph Parker

Kiwis start a chant in the final hour leading up to the fight

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Joseph Parker loses unification bout with Anthony Joshua after scrappy twelve-round thriller

Parker's record falls to 24-1 while Joshua moves to 21-0.

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High profile Kiwis ready to watch Parker's bout

From murals to boxing tributes, see how New Zealanders are supporting Joseph Parker.

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Black Caps losing control of second Test as England build huge lead in Christchurch

The tourists' advantage sits at 231 runs with seven wickets in hand against NZ in Christchurch.

'This is a new form of authoritarianism' - Free speech or just plain offensive? Q+A investigates free speech

Q+A's Whena Owens investigates.

Social Issues •

Q+A: RNZ scandal, Russian spies, and Helen Clark on Labour's abuse allegations

Find out the answers to the big questions this week

Politics •

Sir Bob Jones claims woman attempted to punch him at Wellington restaurant

He said due to intoxication the alleged punch attempt didn't make contact.

Wellington •

'Atrocious' - Critics lash out at ref of Parker Joshua fight as officiating style denies Kiwi from executing game plan

"This ref should patrol the streets. He'd stop a few fights out there."

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April Fools' Day: Eden Park sheep, Ed Sheeran Avenue and digital university clock towers

Here are some of the April Fool’s Day jokes doing the rounds today.

Post mortem of man, 29, fatally shot by police to take place today

No officers have been stood down.

Watch: 'I showed Kiwi heart and Samoan strength!' Mose Auimatagi Jr all smiles after emphatic last-gasp KO win

Auimatagi was knocked down earlier in the round before his miracle finish.

Boxing •

Watch: 'The bigger and the better man won on the day' - Humble Joseph Parker keeping his chin up after title fight loss

Parker lost his WBO title to Anthony Joshua by unanimous decision.

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Meet humble Kiwi super heavyweight David 'Big Bear' Liti who used to play with Rieko Ioane and is now turning heads with the weights

At 168kg, Liti will be making an impact on the Gold Coast.

Where's Laurel? Kiwi weightlifting star a late arrival at Commonwealth Games

The ground-breaking athlete will be a controversial presence on the Gold Coast, when she arrives.

Full press conference: Joseph Parker, Kevin Barry and David Higgins talk the ref, a rematch and Parker's future after loss

Team Parker also praised Anthony Joshua after this morning's 12 round slog-fest.

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Sensible Sentencing Trust founder says 'the cops did what they had to do' in fatal shooting of machete wielding man on SH1

Garth Neil McVicar has talked to 1 NEWS to clarify a controversial Facebook post he made about the incident.

Fiji looking for sevens, weightlifting glory at Commonwealth Games

After years of financial and political upheaval, the Pacific nation is looking to rebound on the Gold Coast.

Young star Etene Nanai-Seturo answers sevens SOS as injury toll hits hard

The youngster has been subject to a tug of war between NZR and the Warriors.

Next step: Deontay Wilder - Anthony Joshua sets sights on Bronze Bomber

After victory over Joseph Parker, Joshua is one belt away from unifying the heavyweight division.

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'I'm honoured to share the ring with him' – Humble Anthony Joshua full of praise for Joseph Parker

The British fighter claimed Parker's WBO title in Cardiff this morning.

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'They're there to do their job' – Anthony Joshua has no problem with ref after Parker victory

This morning's fight was overshadowed by referee Giuseppe Quartarone.

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Another win for the Warriors as police recover stolen jerseys from Auckland property

A 25-year-old female was charged with receiving stolen property, and is due to appear in court this week.

Wellington preparing for disaster by drilling into Earth’s surface in search of water

Scientists are trying to identify alternative sources if an earthquake or other event cut off the supply.

Wellington •

NZ's 70-year-old blind lawn bowls pair hopeful of bringing home a Commonwealth Games medal

Having just missed out at Glasgow, Sue Curran and David Stallard are back for redemption.

Australia •

Queensland prepares for wild weather as ex-tropical cyclone Iris set to hit region today

It's predicted to bring heavy rainfall and gale force winds.

Australia •

Five Far North boys to compete at prestigious rugby festival in South Africa

One determined mum made it happen after their school didn't make the cut.

Northland •

Second child dies following Easter weekend Desert Road crash

One child died at the scene on Friday, while the second child died in Starship Hospital today.

Corrections trying something new to get through to meth addicted inmates

A confronting one-man play was performed at Christchurch Men's Prison by an actor who has seen first-hand the damage caused by meth.

Christchurch And Canterbury •

Sensible Sentencing Trust criticised for 'disgusting' comments on fatal police shooting

Garth McVicar made a controversial Facebook post about the incident.

Mangere locals proud of Joseph Parker for going the distance against Anthony Joshua

Mangere's Samoan community is now planning a special welcome back service to celebrate their hero.

'I'm not just this little girl' - Kiwi teen eager to make waves as waterpolo world head to NZ

Morgan McDowell, 16, will compete for New Zealand at the World League Intercontinental Cup.

Samoan born Kiwi shows off art project six years in the making at Commonwealth Games

Her One Million Stars installation in Brisbane may be beautiful, but it carries a serious message.

Australia •

Most watched video: Playful dolphins give Matarangi Beach swimmers a 'once in a lifetime experience' thrill

Auckland's Melissa Macpherson was visiting her bach at Matarangi Beach when the magical experience took place.

Animals •

'My heart hurts' - Dame Valerie Adams farewells grandmother after battle with cancer

Adams' grandmother Finau Otuafi passed away from peritoneal cancer at the age of 68.

Hawaii's Kilauea volcano puts on a rare display

Spouting twisting columns of steam were on show after heavy rain.

North America •

Good Sorts: Meet the Wellington woman giving up her time to help keep young parents in school

Brenda Strauchon runs the Hutt Valley Teen Parent Unit.

Doping allegations surface at Commonwealth Games with India under investigation

Needles were allegedly discovered in the team's accommodation on the Gold Coast.

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