Close win firms up Otago's claim on home playoff spot
Otago consolidated their spot in second place with a tense 28-26 win against Taranaki at Forsyth Barr Stadium this afternoon.
Spirit hold off Harbour for victory in semifinal
Spirit hold off Harbour for victory in semifinal
The Otago Spirit have beaten North Harbour 31-22 in the Farah Palmer Cup championship semifinal in Dunedin this afternoon.
First win snatched away
First win snatched away
North Harbour remain the only winless side of the NPC season after losing 29-28 to hosts Waikato.
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Old Golds at home for shot at third win
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Old Golds at home for shot at third win
North Otago will be hoping to make it three on the trot when they run out this afternoon.
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Spirit camp has ‘real buzz’ of positivity
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Spirit camp has ‘real buzz’ of positivity
It always helps when you enjoy what you do.
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No 8 focused no matter the digs
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No 8 focused no matter the digs
Christian Lio-Willie does not need a five-star hotel with a fluffy pillow and room service.
'Really exciting': Joseph primed for first World Cup start
'Really exciting': Joseph primed for first World Cup start
Otago halfback Maia Joseph hopes she can inject a point of difference into the Black Ferns' Rugby World Cup campaign after shaking off injury ahead of the knockout stage.
Out of top four, but not out of contention
Out of top four, but not out of contention
The four teams in the bottom half of the top eight have declared they can make a run for the title, in what shapes as an unpredictable NRL finals series. Scott Bailey, of AAP, reports.
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Spirit’s first box ticked, but more to do
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Spirit’s first box ticked, but more to do
The Otago Spirit have ticked off their first goal.
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Crunch time: cup quarters loom
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Crunch time: cup quarters loom
Now things start to get interesting. Kayla Hodge takes a look at the Rugby World Cup quarterfinals kicking off tomorrow.
Sevens star replaces axed All Blacks winger
Sevens star replaces axed All Blacks winger
Former sevens star Leroy Carter will become the ninth new cap of 2025 when he plays for the All Blacks against the Springboks on Saturday night.
Whaanga, Nemec-Vial in for injured Te Hiwi, Gilbert
Whaanga, Nemec-Vial in for injured Te Hiwi, Gilbert
Otago captain Sam Gilbert pulled up lame late during the 29-10 win over Northland last week and has been ruled out for Saturday’s home game against Taranaki.
Skipper Gilbert ruled out of Taranaki clash
Skipper Gilbert ruled out of Taranaki clash
Otago captain Sam Gilbert pulled up lame late during the 29-10 win against Northland last week and has been ruled out for Saturday’s home fixture against Taranaki.
Southern schools championship receives major overhaul
Southern schools championship receives major overhaul
The Southern Schools Rugby Championship has had a major overhaul.
Tupaea re-signs with Chiefs
Tupaea re-signs with Chiefs
Robust second five Quinn Tupaea has signed a deal to stay with the Chiefs and All Blacks through to the end of the 2027 season.
Richie McCaw in All Blacks camp
Richie McCaw in All Blacks camp
Crusaders legend and two-time World Cup-winning captain Richie McCaw is back with the All Blacks, but his role with the team is unclear.
Boks shuffle backline
Boks shuffle backline
South Africa have included Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu in a new-look backline and moved Siya Kolisi to flank as coach Rassie Erasmus makes several changes for the second test against the All Blacks.
All Blacks squad boosted
All Blacks squad boosted
Luke Jacobson, Caleb Clarke and George Bell have joined the All Black squad as injury cover in preparation for this weekend's second test against the Springboks in Wellington.
Black Ferns thrash Ireland to top pool
Black Ferns thrash Ireland to top pool
Teenage flyer Braxton Sorensen-McGee scored a hat-trick of tries as New Zealand sent a signal of intent this morning by beating Ireland 40-0 in their clash in Brighton.
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Fast start sets tone for North Otago
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Fast start sets tone for North Otago
That must be some kind of record.