The 30-year-old has paddled to a World Cup title.

Since making his international debut in 2012, Butcher has picked up three silvers and one bronze at World Cup regattas, but a gold had eluded him until today.

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A 26-year-old childcare worker in Australia has been charged with 70 offences - including sexual assault and producing child abuse material 13:08

Auckland:
A body's been found at Waiheke Island's Oneroa Beach, in Auckland, just after 10 this morning 12:27

Rugby League:
Warriors reserve grade halfback Tanah Boyd's decision to reject an approach to join North Queensland in the NRL looks poised for reward 11:57

Cricket:
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Rugby League:
Warriors' reserve grade play-maker Tanah Boyd views himself as a logical replacement if halfback Luke Metcalf is ruled out for the NRL season with a knee injury 11:27

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