Semi-professional rugby tours may soon be back on the table.

New Zealand rugby is reportedly close to signing off a three-test, eight-match itinerary away against South Africa in 2026 - the Springboks would reciprocate in 2030.

Former All Black Ian Jones told Ryan Bridge it's wonderful news.

He said that it’s an absolute trip of a lifetime, and wonderful news not only for the players, but for the fans if they’re able to make their way over to watch.

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Semi-professional rugby tours may soon be back on the table. 
New Zealand rugby is reportedly close to signing off a three-test, eight-match itinerary away against South Africa in 2026 - the Springboks would reciprocate in 2030. 
Former All Black Ian Jones told Ryan Bridge it's wonderful news. 
He said that it’s an absolute trip of a lifetime, and wonderful news not only for the players, but for the fans if they’re able to make their way over to watch. 
LISTEN ABOVE

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Ian Jones: Former All Black on the possible return of South Africa rugby tours

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The All Blacks are switching it up this weekend as they face England. 

The squad named to play at Twickenham is largely different to the one that played Japan, with only three players keeping their role. 

Beauden Barrett will start at first five-eighth against England, taking over from Damian McKenzie who’s previously worn the number 10 jersey.  

Rugby Commentator Tony Johnson told Ryan Bridge that McKenzie’s been given a fairly long leash this year, and he’s just been a bit to erratic. 

He said that Barrett’s experience will be invaluable, and perhaps a little more consistent. 

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The All Blacks are switching it up this weekend as they face England.&nbsp;
The squad named to play at Twickenham is largely different to the one that played Japan, with only three players keeping their role.&nbsp;
Beauden Barrett will start at first five-eighth against England, taking over from Damian McKenzie who’s previously worn the number 10 jersey. &nbsp;
Rugby Commentator Tony Johnson told Ryan Bridge that McKenzie’s been given a fairly long leash this year, and he’s just been a bit to erratic.&nbsp;
He said that Barrett’s experience will be invaluable, and perhaps a little more consistent.&nbsp;
LISTEN ABOVE&nbsp;

Tony Johnson: Rugby Commentator previews the All Blacks v England match at Twickenham

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Another treatment to help people to manage the symptoms of menopause is available from today.   

Estrogel will now be available for those requiring oestrogen to meet rising demand for hormone replacement therapy.

The other funded patch option is in global short supply.  

Menopause specialist Dr Linda Dear says Estrogel will make a massive difference for patients, doctors and pharmacists.  

She says having another option out there means we're not so dependent on patches anymore, which is good news for a lot of people.  

Pharmac funding's also taking effect for a suite of new treatments, for various cancers and other medical conditions. 

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Another treatment to help people to manage the symptoms of menopause is available from today. &nbsp;&nbsp;
Estrogel will now be available for those requiring oestrogen to meet rising demand for hormone replacement therapy.
The other funded patch option is in global short supply. &nbsp;
Menopause specialist Dr Linda Dear says Estrogel will make a massive difference for patients, doctors and pharmacists. &nbsp;
She says having another option out there means we're not so dependent on patches anymore, which is good news for a lot of people. &nbsp;
Pharmac funding's also taking effect for a suite of new treatments, for various cancers and other medical conditions.&nbsp;
LISTEN ABOVE&nbsp;

Dr Linda Dear: Menopause Specialist on Estrogel becoming available to help treat menopause

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Communities in Eastern Spain have been devastated by flooding that's killed at least 158 people.  

Rescuers are now searching for bodies.  

The Valencia region has been the hardest hit, with widespread destruction to roads and railways.  

Europe correspondent Vincent McAviney told Ryan Bridge there were some warnings about strong rainfall.  

But, he says, people are saying there should've been more of a response when the rain fell, to alert people to get off the roads and get to higher ground. 

McAviney says the region had been experiencing a severe drought for months, and water was unable to seep into the hard, dry earth. 

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Communities in Eastern Spain have been devastated by flooding that's killed at least 158 people. &nbsp;
Rescuers are now searching for bodies. &nbsp;
The Valencia region has been the hardest hit, with widespread destruction to roads and railways. &nbsp;
Europe correspondent Vincent McAviney told Ryan Bridge there were some warnings about strong rainfall. &nbsp;
But, he says, people are saying there should've been more of a response when the rain fell, to alert people to get off the roads and get to higher ground.&nbsp;
McAviney says the region had been experiencing a severe drought for months, and water was unable to seep into the hard, dry earth.&nbsp;
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Vincent McAviney: Europe Correspondent on the flash flood in Eastern Spain

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Ian Jones: Former All Black on the possible return of South Africa rugby tours

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