Osborne (27) indiated earlier this month he was in two minds on whetehr to stay in the south or go overseas has decided to stay with the Highlanders.
The big Fijian scored a nice try for the Highlanders in their win over the Waratahs on Saturday night and was in the All Black picture last year.Osborne was happy to commit to the Highlanders early, and admitted he had some options., "I guess I had a few options to consider before deciding my future, in the end the lifestyle my family has down here and the rugby I have been playing, pretty much made up my mind that the Highlanders was the best option for me.
Hard working lock Joe Wheeler (27) has also committed to the Highlanders for another season. Since his arrival in 2011 Wheeler has played 29 games and has been one of the mainstays of the Highlanders' pack.
"I really came down here to get some regular game time and sort of reignite my career again. I don't regret it for a minute; since day one I have felt at home here - the environment and style of game we play all suits me perfectly. It's the main reason why I think I have been able to be consistent in my form.
There are always opportunities offshore but I am quite happy here so I was comfortable committing to the Highlanders".
