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Hobbs about to fulfil 30-year-old quest

Andrew Hobbs gets in some extra practice at the Otago Golf Club. PHOTO: GERARD O’BRIEN

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Hobbs about to fulfil 30-year-old quest

Andrew Hobbs is finally about to realise his dream of wearing the silver fern. The veteran Otago golfer is heading to the Philippines to represent the New Zealand senior team at the Asia-Pacific...

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Crunch time: cup quarters loom

Jorja Miller has been in spectacular form for the Black Ferns at the Rugby World Cup. PHOTOS:...

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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.

How Silver Ferns clash reached boiling point

How Silver Ferns clash reached boiling point

Last Friday the Silver Ferns squad were due to assemble in Auckland for a four-day training camp, after which the team for the upcoming test series against South Africa was to be named.

Sevens star replaces axed All Blacks winger

Leroy Carter of the All Blacks during a New Zealand All Blacks training session at North Harbour...

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.

Veteran netballers refuse to pay fine for skipping game against school

Veteran netballers refuse to pay fine for skipping game against school

A veteran Canterbury netball team is refusing to play a fine for deciding not to play a “friendly” game against a competitive school side.

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.

Whalers coach striving for right mix

New Otago Whalers coach Dallas Wade checks out Tahuna Park, where his side will play their final...

Whalers coach striving for right mix

DJ Dalboy reckons he can get the Otago Whalers motivated with a bit of Taylor Swift.

Taurua removal 'saddest day in NZ netball'

Former Silver Ferns great Laura Langman has reacted to the shock standing-down of coach Dame Noeline Taurua as the "saddest day in NZ netball history".

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Strong start by Dunedin United

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Strong start by Dunedin United

Dunedin United made a strong start to their opening day at the New Zealand Open Championships in Christchurch yesterday.

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Female sports stars bringing some Barbie to the party

Welsh forward Georgia Evans is known for wearing ribbons in her hair while on the field. PHOTO:...

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Female sports stars bringing some Barbie to the party

"She's everything ... he’s just Ken".

Forest appoint Postecoglou

Mosgiel set what is believed to be a premier league record when it beat Northern 20-0. Photo:...

Forest appoint Postecoglou

Former Tottenham Hotspur manager Ange Postecoglou has been appointed as Nottingham Forest head coach after Nuno Espirito Santo was sacked from the position, Forest said yesterday.

Four Sparks in NZ World Cup squad

Otago's Bella James has earned her maiden World Cup call up for the White Ferns. Photo: Peter...

Four Sparks in NZ World Cup squad

Otago's fab four have been selected in the White Ferns World Cup squad.

Australian joins Hoiho

The Southern Hoiho have added Australian Taylah Simmons to their roster.

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Welshman inspired by Scots in-laws

British runners Sam and Emma Joseph look forward to competing in the Dunedin Marathon. Photo:...

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Welshman inspired by Scots in-laws

Hanging out for a post-race slice of birthday cake will serve as motivation for Welshman Sam Joseph after travelling across the world to compete in the Dunedin Marathon on Sunday.

Skipper Gilbert ruled out of Taranaki clash

Otago captain Sam Gilbert will be a big miss against Taranaki this weekend. Photo: Peter McIntosh

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.

Cricket: Otago's James, Inglis earn maiden World Cup call-ups

Long-serving White Fern Sophie Devine will end her one-day international career at her fifth Women's Cricket World Cup when she leads a squad including four newcomers at next month's tournament.

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