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    Former Olympic fencer Martin Brill loves competing at the Dunedin Masters Games. PHOTOS: PETER...

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    Vibe of competition in city draws ex-Olympian back

    Martin Brill was hooked on fencing the moment he picked up the blade.

    Grimaldi back on track in Auckland

    Dunedin's Anna Grimaldi competes on the track at the Sir Graeme Douglas International in Auckland...

    Grimaldi back on track in Auckland

    Anna Grimaldi made a welcome return to the track at the Sir Graeme Douglas International at the weekend.

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    Good and bad news for Landers

    Co-captains for the 2026 season, Timoci Tavatavanawai and Hugh Renton. PHOTOS: PETER MCINTOSH &...

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    Good and bad news for Landers

    There is good news — and there is bad news.

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    Otago turn to youthful trio

    Hugo Bogue. PHOTOS: ODT FILES

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    Otago turn to youthful trio

    Otago have called in their young guns as they hunt their first Ford Trophy win today.

    Super Bowl: Seahawks pummel Patriots as Trump decries halftime show

    The Seattle Seahawks celebrate after winning Super Bowl LX in Santa Clara, California. Photo:...

    Super Bowl: Seahawks pummel Patriots as Trump decries halftime show

    The Seattle Seahawks relied on a relentless defense to beat New England 29-13 in Super Bowl LX, denying the Patriots an NFL record seventh championship and avenging a loss to the same opponent in...

    Highlanders retain co-captains for new season

    Timoci Tavatavanawai will return as a Highlanders co-captain this year. Photo: Getty Images

    Highlanders retain co-captains for new season

    Timoci Tavatavanawai and Hugh Renton have been locked in as the Highlanders co-captains for 2026.

    Sadowski-Synnott top qualifier to open Olympics

    Zoi Sadowski Synnott completes her first run of the women's snowboard big air qualification on...

    Sadowski-Synnott top qualifier to open Olympics

    Wānaka's Zoi Sadowski-Synnott has made an imposing start to her Winter Olympic campaign, leading after the first qualifying run in the women's Snowboard Big Air.

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    Volts playing for pride in trophy competition

    Otago opening batter Jacob Cumming gives it a whack during the game against Wellington at the...

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    Volts playing for pride in trophy competition

    Hopefully the Southland-inspired jersey will help the Volts roar into life against Canterbury in Invercargill tomorrow.

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    Blaze outgun Sparks in doubleheader

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    Blaze outgun Sparks in doubleheader

    The Otago Sparks dropped both games in their doubleheader against the Wellington Blaze in the Hallyburton Johnston Shield at the weekend.

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    Organisers ‘pretty happy’ with Games

    Geoff McGowan, of Timaru, is all concentration during the archery at Chingford Park. PHOTOS:...

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    Organisers ‘pretty happy’ with Games

    "Dunedin really put it on for us."

    Black Ferns Sevens continue dominant form

    Jorja Miller attempts to break free on a run for the Black Ferns Sevens against Australia in the...

    Black Ferns Sevens continue dominant form

    The Black Ferns Sevens have overwhelmed defending champions Australia in Perth, scoring five tries in the final to win 29-7 and extend their lead in the world series.

    Black Caps open T20 World Cup with win

    Tim Seifert plays a shot during his man of the match performance for New Zealand against...

    Black Caps open T20 World Cup with win

    New Zealand pulled off a steep chase against Afghanistan's spin-heavy attack to begin their Twenty20 World Cup campaign with a five-wicket victory in a group D match in Chennai on Sunday.

    City snatch victory at Anfield

    Erling Haaland scores a winner from the penalty spot for Manchester City against Liverpool at...

    City snatch victory at Anfield

    Manchester City's Erling Haaland converted a stoppage-time penalty to give his side a 2-1 victory at Liverpool.

    Bennett overjoyed to secure second national road title

    Dunedin cyclist James Gardner hoists the under-23 trophy in front of rivals Josh Heissenbuttel ...

    Bennett overjoyed to secure second national road title

    Veteran Nelson professional George Bennett produced an ambitious and stunning solo effort to claim the New Zealand elite road championship on Saturday.

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    NEV advance in quest for shield

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    NEV advance in quest for shield

    A roundup of premier club cricket games played in Dunedin at the weekend.

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    Otago Country finish job quickly

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    Otago Country finish job quickly

    Otago Country cricketers gave themselves the afternoon off yesterday.

    Union, Glenavy post convincing victories

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    Union, Glenavy post convincing victories

    Union and Glenavy secured comfortable victories while Valley claimed a thrilling one-wicket win in round seven Borton Cup matches on Saturday.

    Casey’s unbeaten 58 key in Kings’ victory

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    Casey’s unbeaten 58 key in Kings’ victory

    The Kaitangata Kings beat the Milton King Crabs by seven wickets in their Waitangi Day match in the South Otago 40-over competition.

    Milne’s patience pays off and puts Money In The Till

    Milne’s patience pays off and puts Money In The Till

    Grant Milne took a chance a decade ago and it paid off again when Money In The Till won her debut on Wairio Cup Day yesterday.

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    Friendships, no injuries their goals

    The Old Tarts netballers (back, from left) Heather Skeggs, Joy Lindsay, Debbie Lee, Kathy Wilson,...

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    Friendships, no injuries their goals

    Do lobsters, lifeguards, mermaids and bottles of champagne belong on a netball court?
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