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Born in Limavady, County Londonderry, William Ferguson Massey rose to become one of New Zealand’s most influential leaders, affectionately known as ‘Farmer Bill’ for his steadfast connection to rural life and working communities

Letter: Important figures like Massey deserve to be honoured

William Massey pictured during a 1916 return to his hometown, Limavady.

Ulster farmer who became New Zealand prime minister remembered 100 years on

William Ferguson Massey pictured during a visit to Limavady in 1916

Ulster-Scots farmer who became hugely significant New Zealand political figure

Tom Tunstall on the podium at Brands Hatch in 2023.

Oulton Park crash victim Tom Tunstall 'serious' but 'stable'

English rider Owen Jenner, who won the British GP2 series in 2024, tragically lost his life in a racing incident at Oulton Park on Monday

Two riders confirmed dead after 11-rider pile-up at Oulton Park

Former Ireland captain Johnny Sexton who has been appointed as an assistant coach to Andy Farrell for this summer’s British and Irish Lions tour. (Photo by Gareth Fuller/PA Wire)

British and Irish Lions coaching role for Johnny Sexton

The annual St Patrick's Day parade in Downpatrick earlier this month. Tory MP Andrew Rosindell said Ireland 'would do well to emulate countries such as Australia, Canada and New Zealand' and take its 'rightful' place in the Commonwealth, while also calling for a bank holiday to mark St Patrick’s Day

MP suggests Republic of Ireland should take ‘rightful’ place in Commonwealth

Katie Mullan with Elena Neill during Ireland's FIH Hockey Women's Nations Cup final loss on a penalty shoot-out to New Zealand. (Photo by WORLDSPORTPICS/RODRIGO JARAMILLO)

Ireland vow to 'come back stronger' from Nations Cup final loss

Ireland will face USA this weekend in the FIH Hockey Women's Nations Cup semi-finals. (Photo by WORLDSPORTPICS RODRIGO JARAMILLO)

Ireland's perfect record on the line with reward place in Chile final showdown

Ireland's Naomi Carroll celebrates after scoring the winning goal against New Zealand in a 1-0 victory in the FIH Women's Nations Cup. (Photo by Rodrigo Jaramillo/Worldsportpics)

Ireland book semi-final spot in Nations Cup after narrow New Zealand success

Germinal, a sixth-generation family company founded in Belfast in 1825 and a pioneer in the development of grass and forage seed solutions, today launches a new range of Climate Smart products that will make it easier for farmers to select seed mixtures to meet key environmental challenges facing grassland farming while protecting grass and forage output

NI sixth generation firm helps sustainable farming by developing new 'roots'

Long-serving Ulster lock Kieran Treadwell. (Photo by Ryan Pierse/Getty Images)

Kieran Treadwell to leave Ulster at end of season

William Ferguson Massey emigrated to New Zealand as a young man but his roots in Northern Ireland undoubtedly shaped his character, values, and approach to public service

Letter: Let’s honour the spirit and legacy of Massey

Ulster's Corrie Barrett was always destined to follow in his father's footsteps and play as a prop

Corrie Barrett hails inspirational father on path to Ulster deal

Rory McIlroy reacts after playing a shot on the eighth hole on day four of the Dubai Desert Classic

Rory McIlroy takes stock after final round 66 at Hero Dubai Desert Classic

Northern Ireland's Rory McIlroy playing his second shot on the 13th hole in the Hero Dubai Desert Classic at Emirates Golf Club. (Photo by Andrew Redington/Getty Images)

Final Dubai push for Tom McKibbin and Rory McIlroy
Northern Ireland’s Tom McKibbin is sitting sixth in the Hero Dubai Desert Classic leaderboard – five shots off the pace heading into the final day, with Rory McIlroy tied 12th.
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Morning View

Editorial: Canadian voters finally tire of their ultra liberal PM, Trudeau

Ireland's leaders have stated that the government is not anti-semitic, or against Israel as such, but supported human rights

Letter: Ireland should reset relations with Israel

Led by the Scotch Whisky industry, Scotland exports £5.6 billion of drink annually.

The six best whiskies to buy in 2025 if you are new to Scotch

Liverpool's Conor Bradley tackles Real Madrid's Kylian Mbappe during a Champions League clash at Anfield. (Photo by Peter Byrne/PA Wire)

Ulster Rugby and Ireland legend praises Liverpool star Conor Bradley

We are most likely to revisit the childhood home we were raised in between the ages of five and 12

Jackie McGregor on the memories of home and Christmases past

Cathay Pacific

Cathay Pacific's Black Friday event: Deals and Uber vouchers to be had

New NI luxurious five-star hotel confirms executive chef’s appointment

Economy Minister Conor Murphy has announced a £4.5 million investment by leading IT solutions provider, Ergo, to establish a new office in the North that will create 40 high-quality jobs over three years. Pictured is John Molloy, general manager, Ergo, Yvonne Meijerhof, head of marketing and product, Ergo, Conal O’Donnell, COO, Ergo, Conor Murphy, Economy Minister and Steve Harper, executive director international business and skills, Invest NI

IT firm to set up new £4.5m Belfast office creating 40 high-quality jobs

Ireland boss Andy Farrell, who admits his players are well aware they are viewed as "vulnerable" by weekend opponents Fiji

Andy Farrell says Ireland ready to rise to challenge against Fiji in Dublin

Ireland's Caelan Doris. (Photo by Brian Lawless/PA Wire)

Caelan Doris urges Ireland to relish ‘pressure’ against Argentina

Ireland head coach Andy Farrell. (Photo by Brian Lawless/PA Wire)

Ireland ready for Argentina after All Blacks loss let people down – Andy Farrell
Andy Farrell believes taking on Argentina will be the “perfect” test of Ireland’s character after they “let a few people down” during a deflating defeat to the All Blacks.
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Scott Robertson greets Ann and Davy Heron before New Zealand's clash with Ireland in Dublin. (Photo by Ards Rugby Club)

All Blacks' Scott Robertson reunites with Heron family 31 years after Ards stint

Emma Niblett with husband Dan and their two sons Noah, 8, and Isaac, 5.

Watch: Couple leave the UK to world school their children, 5 and 8

Ireland's James Lowe reacts after the Autumn International loss at Aviva Stadium, Dublin to New Zealand. (Photo by Brian Lawless/PA Wire)

Ireland mood 'pretty sombre' as Andy Farrell reflects on New Zealand home loss

New Zealand's Will Jordan (centre) celebrates scoring a try during the Autumn international match at Aviva Stadium, Dublin

Ireland lose 23-13 to New Zealand in autumn Test in Dublin

Ireland head coach Andy Farrell. (Photo by Brian Lawless/PA Wire)

Andy Farrell's 'as good as ever, if not better' Ireland atmosphere hope

Ireland's Tadhg Furlong is ruled out of Ireland’s Autumn Nations Series opener against New Zealand with a hamstring strain

Ireland head coach Andy Farrell hoping for swift Tadhg Furlong return

Ireland’s Joe McCarthy is looking forward to Friday night's clash against New Zealand

Joe McCarthy says Ireland are 'confident' ahead of New Zealand meeting

Stephen Brennen from helps announce details of dedicated coach services from Belfast Grand Central Station to Dublin for this year’s Rugby International games throughout November

Translink announce special coach travel for autumn rugby internationals

Former Ireland player Johnny Sexton (left) and head coach Andy Farrell

Former Ireland captain Jonny Sexton returns to part-time mentoring role

Ireland’s Ronan Kelleher is on track to be fit for Ireland's opening Autumn Internationals clash with New Zealand

Ireland's Ronan Kelleher on course for New Zealand clash

Caelan Doris, who will captain Ireland in an Autumn Nations Series that begins against New Zealand on November 8

Seven Ulster players in Ireland squad for Autumn Internationals

Ulster Rugby’s Aidan Morgan pictured during a press call on Wednesday ahead of the United Rugby Championship clash against Connacht

Kiwi Aidan Morgan says Ulster chance was too good to turn down

Ireland will continue to play in the hockey Pro League in the upcoming season despite relegation following New Zealand's withdrawal

Ireland keep play in hockey's top flight despite relegation in debut season

Irelands Aoife Wafer (holding the ball) had two tries as Ireland stunned New Zealand in Vancouver

Ireland’s women beat world champions New Zealand

Paul Jordan on the Jackson Racing Honda at the Isle of Man TT

Paul Jordan reflects on first season with Jackson Racing Honda team

Adam B on set in New Zealand

NI YouTuber, Adam B, Lands Hollywood cameo in upcoming blockbuster

Search and rescue operation underway after yacht sinks.

Watch: Divers search as one dead and six missing in yacht sinking

Team Ireland celebrate on the way to success over New Zealand at the Olympic Games. (Photo by WORLDSPORTPICS/ RODRIGO JARAMILLO)

Mark Tumilty's 'don't rest on our laurels' message after Olympic Games

Lee Cole celebrates after scoring. PIC: WORLDSPORTPICS/ Willem Vernes via Hockey Ireland.

Mixed emotions for Ireland's Mark Tumilty after Olympic Games elimination

Farming Life news

Exciting work exchange scheme for British and Irish dairy farmers to New Zealand

Ross Corrigan, left, and Nathan Timoney have booked their spot in the Olympic final. PIC: Harry Murphy/Sportsfile

Ross Corrigan and Nathan Timoney secure spot in Olympic Games rowing final

Enniskillen's Ross Corrigan (left) and Nathan Timoney have made early progress for Team Ireland in rowing's men's pair. (Photo by Harry Murphy/Sportsfile)

Paris Olympics progress for Rebecca Shorten, Nathan Timoney and Ross Corrigan

Team Ireland's Zac Ward scores a try during the men's Rugby Sevens game with USA in Paris. (Photo by CARL DE SOUZA/AFP)

Paris ends in sixth with Ballynahinch's Zac Ward on show for Team Ireland

Ireland's Zac Ward is tackled by South Africa's Selvyn Davids during the Rugby Sevens match at Stade de France, Paris during the Olympic Games. (David Davies/PA Wire)

Ballynahinch's Zac Ward helps Team Ireland open Paris Olympics bid in style

Ireland celebrate the semi-final winning moment. PIC: Worldsportpics/Rodrigo Jaralillo via Hockey Ireland

Sarah Hawkshaw says Ireland taking 'new set of positives' into final

At the start of May 1981 the News Letter reported that Shane’s Castle had been one of Ulster’s main focal points over the holiday weekend. Pictured is a steam enthusiast of for the day was Mr Willy Montgomery from Ballymena, who brought along his 1930 Marshall engine. Picture: News Letter archives/Darryl Armitage

Ulsterman tells of the excitement of sheep farming in New Zealand (1962)

Ulster have confirmed the signing of Aidan Morgan. (Photo by Ulster Rugby)

New Zealand-born Aidan Morgan highlights Belfast pride after Ulster confirmation

Raymond Gleug's Wine of the Week is a 'taut, bone dry' Riesling

Raymond Gleug's wine recommendations

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