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Christchurch Boys’ looking forward to SBHS clash

Christchurch Boys' High No 8 Sione Telefoni carries towards the line. PHOTO: THOMAS BIRD

Christchurch Boys’ looking forward to SBHS clash

Despite sealing the Miles Toyota Premiership title, Christchurch Boys’ High have had to quickly refocus on Saturday's South Island first XV final against Southland Boys' High.

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St Hilda’s keep legacy going

The St Hilda’s rugby team prepare for the South Island secondary schoolgirls final against...

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St Hilda’s keep legacy going

You never know where life can take you.

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Cup changes won’t affect Bond

Hamish Bond (third from left) celebrates with Team New Zealand after beating Britannia in the...

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Cup changes won’t affect Bond

Hamish Bond cannot be replaced.

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Heffernan confirms move to Australia

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Heffernan confirms move to Australia

Thunderbirds are go; Southern Steel co-captain Kate Heffernan is spreading her wings after signing with the Adelaide Thunderbirds for the 2026 season.

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Giant-killers look to back up 2024’s feats

Thames Valley players celebrate their victory over Mid Canterbury in the 2024 Meads Cup rugby...

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Giant-killers look to back up 2024’s feats

Thames Valley and Mid Canterbury have never been so popular.

Holland starts again for Pumas clash

Highlander Fabian Holland will start for the All Blacks again, as coach Scott Robertson reverts to his strongest match-day squad for the first test against Argentina.

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Uncertainties for Old Golds

North Otago second five Tini Feke takes on the Horowhenua-Kapiti defence last season. First five...

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Uncertainties for Old Golds

Meads Cup or bust — that tends to be the attitude of North Otago rugby fans. Hayden Meikle looks ahead to the new Heartland Championship season.

Luke Littler headlines Auckland Darts Masters

Teen sensation Luke Littler headlines Auckland Darts Masters

Teenage darts sensation Luke 'The Nuke' Littler is in town, as the World Series of Darts returns to Auckland this weekend at Spark Arena.

Steel co-captain signs to play in Australia

Kate Heffernan in action for the Steel against the Magic in Invercargill earlier this year. Photo...

Steel co-captain signs to play in Australia

Southern Steel co-captain Kate Heffernan is spreading her wings after signing with the Adelaide Thunderbirds for the 2026 season.

Landers sign veteran Ta’avao

Angus Ta’avao has played 167 Super Rugby games for the Blues, Chiefs and Waratahs, and played the...

Landers sign veteran Ta’avao to bolster propping stocks

Do not play down the signing of a veteran prop.

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Bungard’s NZ dream comes true

Laura Bungard is preparing for the world mountain and trail running championships in Spain next...

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Bungard’s NZ dream comes true

Laura Bungard has always dreamed of representing New Zealand.

Dangerous Pumas ready to build on progress

First-five Tomas Albornoz has been recalled for the Pumas. Photo: Getty Images

Dangerous Pumas ready to build on progress

Argentina have gone from whipping boys to a team that, while perhaps not feared yet, has gained huge respect - and on their day are a match for anyone.

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Herden believes Meads Cup attainable

North Otago coach Luke Herden outlines his vision for the season. Photo: Masi Photography

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Herden believes Meads Cup attainable

Luke Herden will coach his first game in the Heartland Championship when North Otago head to Whanganui on Saturday.

Otago to open 100th Plunket Shield season against Wellington

Otago to open 100th Plunket Shield season against Wellington

The Plunket Shield hits a ton.

Williams gets wildcard for US Open

Venus Williams at the recent Cincinnati Open. Photo: Aaron Doster-Imagn Images via Reuters

Williams gets wildcard for US Open

Two-time US Open singles champion Venus Williams has a wildcard entry for this year's tournament, as she continues her age-defying return.

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Ajax to take on Magic in final after Varsity’s reign ended

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Ajax to take on Magic in final after Varsity’s reign ended

The stars shone the brightest.

Satin Doll best chance for new Stewart partnership

Satin Doll will be looking to go back to back when she lines up in the Oamaru Scaffolding at...

Satin Doll best chance for new Stewart partnership

The 2025-26 racing season marked the beginning of a new era for nonagenarian trainer Leonard Stewart as granddaughter Lacy Stewart joined him in partnership.