Steve Hepburn

Late bloomer taking it all in his stride

Otago winger Freedom Vahaakolo soars in front of a Otago assistant coach Lee Allan at training at...

Late bloomer taking it all in his stride

It has all been a big learning curve for Freedom Vahaakolo in recent weeks. But breaking through barriers and getting over hurdles is nothing new for the speedy winger.

Graduates earn spoils after testing year

Otago Academy of Sport athletes (from left) Ben Mason (19), Dyani Shepherd-Oates (20), James...

Graduates earn spoils after testing year

They survived Covid-19 and received the spoils last night.

Next season’s Highlanders side will not include Walden

Teihorangi Walden. PHOTO: PETER MCINTOSH

Next season’s Highlanders side will not include Walden

Taranaki skipper Teihorangi Walden has confirmed he is no longer contracted to the Highlanders.

Hickey joins Otago

Otago has signed halfback Jono Hickey.

Bledisloe Cup game times moved

Josh Ioane looks to pass the ball for Otago against Auckland this year. Photo: Getty Images

Bledisloe Cup game times moved

Otago and Southland will have to get out of bed early next month for a couple of Mitre 10 Cup games.

Little precedent for Otago’s shield clash

The Otago rugby team train at Forsyth Barr Stadium ahead of their final Ranfurly Shield defence...

Little precedent for Otago’s shield clash

Usually, when Ranfurly Shield challenges crop up, the history gets rolled out.

Three codes urged to work collaboratively

Three codes urged to work collaboratively

The next step in the regional racing review for the South will take place next week but all parties are being urged to get involved.

Aerobics champs moved to Dunedin

Ciara Cresswell (2), of Wellington, looks on as Queen’s High School competitors (from left) Abby...

Aerobics champs moved to Dunedin

The national aerobics championships have taken more than a bit of work to arrange thanks to Covid-19 restrictions. They'll be held at Otago Girls’ High School this weekend.

First home game for Smith since 2011

It will be a rare feeling for Highlanders halfback Aaron Smith this Sunday.

Black Ferns to play three-match schedule after Farah Palmer Cup concludes

Dr Farah Palmer has called for the Black Ferns to be considered for professional rugby contracts....

Black Ferns to play three-match schedule after Farah Palmer Cup concludes

The Black Ferns will get a run this year after all, although the side will not play an overseas team.

Tomkinson suspended for six matches

Tomkinson suspended for six matches

In an already shortened season, midfield back Sio Tomkinson will have spent more time on the side than most by the time the year ends.

Mackintosh still loves the game, eager to help

Prop and assistant coach Jamie Mackintosh at Otago training at Logan Park yesterday. PHOTO: PETER...

Mackintosh still loves the game, eager to help

He has heard it all before.

Three finals to be played at Forsyth Barr Stadium

Three finals to be played at Forsyth Barr Stadium

Some Dunedin premier club finals will be played at Forsyth Barr Stadium in front of a limited crowd.

Otago convincing against Southland

Otago convincing against Southland

Otago had a convincing victory in three of the team contests against Southland at St Clair Golf Club over the weekend.

Japan not Highlanders next step for Herring

Former Otago coach Ben Herring is heading to Japan for the next step in his coaching career, passing up a chance to apply for the vacant job at the Highlanders.

Hopes of decent-sized crowds for club finals dashed

Hopes of decent-sized crowds for club finals dashed

The Dunedin club finals for rugby and netball are going to be played in front of one man and a dog.

Otago pays for lack of discipline

Otago first five-eighth Josh Ioane tries to evade Auckland halfback Caleb Clarke and lock Scott...

Otago pays for lack of discipline

This was always going to be a tough mountain to climb.

Suspension likely in wake of tackle

Auckland replacement back Simon Hickey is felled in an illegal tackle by Otago midfielder Sio...

Suspension likely in wake of tackle

Otago midfielder Sio Tomkinson looks as if he is about to have an enforced stint on the sideline and it could be for some time.

Third title in a row for dominant OBHS

The Otago Boys’ High School first XV celebrates winning the Otago Premier Schools rugby final at...

Third title in a row for dominant OBHS

Otago Boys’ High School exploded out of the blocks and ended up a convincing winner in the Otago Premier Schools final at Forsyth Barr Stadium in Dunedin on Saturday.

Auckland too strong for Otago in season opener

Otago captain Michael Collins. Photo: Getty Images

Auckland too strong for Otago in season opener

Auckland scored a comfortable win over Otago at Forsyth Barr Stadium tonight.

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