'Really exciting': Joseph primed for first World Cup start
Otago halfback Maia Joseph hopes she can inject a point of difference into the Black Ferns' Rugby World Cup campaign after shaking off injury ahead of the knockout stage.
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Thrill of winning never fades for Caig
Thrill of winning never fades for Caig
Winton breeder-owner Michelle Caig lived a harness racing dream at Ascot Park yesterday.
Run Tom, run; Meder Otago’s ‘engine’
Run Tom, run; Meder Otago’s ‘engine’
Tom Meder likes to roam about so frequently his coach has actually asked him to stop running around so much.
Out of top four, but not out of contention
Out of top four, but not out of contention
The four teams in the bottom half of the top eight have declared they can make a run for the title, in what shapes as an unpredictable NRL finals series. Scott Bailey, of AAP, reports.
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Spirit’s first box ticked, but more to do
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Spirit’s first box ticked, but more to do
The Otago Spirit have ticked off their first goal.
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Hobbs about to fulfil 30-year-old quest
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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
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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
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
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'
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
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Female sports stars bringing some Barbie to the party
"She's everything ... he’s just Ken".
Forest appoint Postecoglou
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
Four Sparks in NZ World Cup squad
Otago's fab four have been selected in the White Ferns World Cup squad.
Australian joins Hoiho
Australian joins Hoiho
The Southern Hoiho have added Australian Taylah Simmons to their roster.
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Welshman inspired by Scots in-laws
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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
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.