Five Big Things That Happened Today: Thursday, September 11
A round-up of the day's main developments across New Zealand on Thursday, 11 September 2025.
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Five Big Things That Happened Today: Thursday, September 11
A round-up of the day's main developments across New Zealand on Thursday, 11 September 2025.
Health authorities confirmed that around 13,000 patients had received inaccurate diabetes test results, with retesting under way and questions being asked about laboratory quality assurance.
The controversy over Dame Noeline Taurua's removal from the Silver Ferns role escalated, with former internationals publicly criticising Netball New Zealand's handling of the decision.
In rugby, Leroy Carter was named to make his All Blacks debut against South Africa, while a group of former Olympians launched a funding scheme aimed at emerging athletes.
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