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    Kris Ridley in 2022. PHOTO: ODT FILES

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    Rejoining Southern United ‘best challenge’ for coach

    Sometimes taking a step back helps you move forward.

    Deans finishes with personal best

    Caitlin Deans (right), alongside Australian Moesha Johnson, looks at the board after the 800m...

    Deans finishes with personal best

    Saving the best for last. Dunedin swimmer Caitlin Deans wrapped up an admirable world championships in Singapore with a top 10 finish and a personal best in the women’s 800m freestyle yesterday.

    Chance for master trainer to drive winner

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    Chance for master trainer to drive winner

    Phil Williamson is looking to turn back the clock to 2021 on the first day of the Southern Surge.

    Big smile goes long way for 11-year-old

    Shotover Primary School golfer Nia Madden  is looking forward to the annual AIMS Games in...

    Big smile goes long way for 11-year-old

    Long before the sun emerges above the surrounding hills at Arrowtown Golf Club, the beaming smile of Nia Madden is usually warming all around her.

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    South’s passion fuelling Stag Day appeal

    Southland Stags fans pack out the terrace at Invercargill’s Rugby Park to watch the Stags take on...

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    South’s passion fuelling Stag Day appeal

    Ah, the good old NPC. Put aside the reality (it has long been relegated to third-tier status) and the concerns over its future, and you should be able to enjoy the heart of New Zealand rugby as much as ever.

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    Southland Boys’ favourites for semifinal

    Southland Boys High School winger Zeke Siola charges to the try line in a First XV rugby...

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    Southland Boys’ favourites for semifinal

    School rivalry will lift a notch this weekend.

    Cormick at first five for pre-season clash

    Otago’s Georgia Cormick passes during a match against Manawatū last year. PHOTO: GETTY IMAGES

    Cormick at first five for pre-season clash

    Georgia Cormick will have a new number on her back today.

    Spectacle not lost on 50-cap Stag back

    Rory van Vugt. PHOTO: SUPPLIED

    Spectacle not lost on 50-cap Stag back

    Southland outside back Rory van Vugt has impeccable timing.

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    Different jersey, same focus for Stag Day victor

    Otago utility back Charlie Powell gets himself in the action during a training session at Logan...

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    Different jersey, same focus for Stag Day victor

    Charlie Powell has a perfect record on Stag Day.

    Wallabies lose two hookers ahead of Lions finale

    Brandon Paenga-Amosa prepares to throw a ball to a lineout at the Wallabies captain's run in...

    Wallabies lose two hookers ahead of Lions finale

    The Wallabies have been forced to call Brandon Paenga-Amosa into the team for the final test against the Lions, after two hookers were injured at training.

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    Stampede aim to maintain grip

    Cam Frear. PHOTO: ODT FILES

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    Stampede aim to maintain grip

    The Stampede are not about to let their Dunedin rivals sweep in and knock them out of contention on their home ice.

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    Semi rivals have preview to use

    Dunedin Thunder head coach Guillaume Leclancher watches over his team. PHOTO: MIKE KINGDON

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    Semi rivals have preview to use

    It is not often you can get first-hand intel on your opponents so close to the playoffs.

    Black Caps in control in Zimbabwe

    Nathan Smith was forced to retire hurt during the Black Caps batting innings. Photo: Getty Images

    Black Caps in control in Zimbabwe

    The Black Caps are in firm control after taking a 158-run lead over Zimbabwe after the first innings and then making inroads into their hosts' batting in Bulawayo.

    Southern homecoming for Waldron

    Joe Waldron is training a team of horses out of Wingatui. PHOTO: RACING PHOTOS

    Southern homecoming for Waldron

    Joe Waldron will be a welcome addition to the Wingatui training ranks at the start of the new season today.

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    Opener will test ‘brutal’ breakdown

    Otago coach Mark Brown puts his side through a training session at Logan Park earlier this week....

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    Opener will test ‘brutal’ breakdown

    All eyes on the breakdown. New Otago coach Mark Brown reckons his side’s prospects in the NPC hinge on how they perform in that area.

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    Provincial game’s character hinges on money

    Wellington captain Du’Plessis Kirifi leads his team in celebration after winning the NPC final...

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    Provincial game’s character hinges on money

    While we await New Zealand Rugby's long-overdue announcement about the future of the NPC, Adrian Seconi ponders what the competition might look like next year.

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    Call-up surreal even for veteran

    Kelly Brazier will represent the Black Ferns at her fourth Rugby World Cup in England later this...

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    Call-up surreal even for veteran

    Kelly Brazier looked down at her phone and saw the name she did not want flashing up at her.

    Young Dunedin golfer blitzes world field

    Young Dunedin golfer blitzes world field

    Dunedin golf prodigy Joanna Ke has blitzed the field to claim one of junior golf's top titles.

    Regional riders in strong world championship team

    Malik Boatwright. PHOTO: ODT FILES

    Regional riders in strong world championship team

    Four Otago cyclists have booked their ticket to Switzerland.

    Stewart attributes success in game to bloodlines

    Jack Stewart (left) was named the Mary Lynne Ryan Young Achiever at Saturday’s National Breeding...

    Stewart attributes success in game to bloodlines

    White Robe Lodge’s Jack Stewart was recognised with the Mary Lynne Ryan Young Achiever Award at Saturday’s National Breeding Awards in Karapiro, highlighting his growing impact on New Zealand’s...
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