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    Jamie Joseph. PHOTO: PETER MCINTOSH

    Joseph fends off talk about All Blacks coaching role

    Jamie Joseph says he is not in talks with New Zealand Rugby to replace the dumped Scott Robertson as All Blacks coach.

    Southlanders trade lead after Gore stage

    Tom Sexton celebrates winning stage two of the Tour of Southland, from Invercargill to Gore,...

    Southlanders trade lead after Gore stage

    The tour leader’s jersey swapped from one local to another after stage two of the rescheduled Tour of Southland yesterday.

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    Rare chance to catch quality sides

    The McMillan Hockey Turf, Harbour Terrace. PHOTO: LINDA ROBERTSON

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    Rare chance to catch quality sides

    It has been a long wait for the Dunedin hockey faithful to catch a glance of international hockey on their home turf.

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    Otago well-represented on Potts podiums

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    Otago well-represented on Potts podiums

    While Sam Ruthe and Sam Tanner stole the show at the Potts Classic at the weekend, Otago athletes celebrated their own success.

    Boundary-hitting debut cut short by rain

    Hugo Bogue, left, and Mason Clarke are both taking part in the U19 Cricket World Cup. PHOTO:...

    Boundary-hitting debut cut short by rain

    Otago youngster Hugo Bogue had limited time to impress with the bat in his debut at the Under-19 World Cup in Zimbabwe yesterday.

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    Strong start propels Weeds to open title

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    Strong start propels Weeds to open title

    Harry Weeds was too strong for the competition as his grass-court skills came to the fore at the North Otago Open at the weekend.

    Joseph needs 'time to digest' Robertson's sacking

    Highlanders coach Jamie Joseph says he hasn't been in contact with NZR big wigs over the vacant...

    Joseph needs 'time to digest' Robertson's sacking

    Jamie Joseph says he is not in talks with New Zealand Rugby to replace the dumped Scott Robertson as All Blacks coach.

    The big issues facing the new All Black coach

    The new All Blacks coach will have plenty of issues facing them when they take the job. Photo:...

    The big issues facing the new All Black coach

    So while the All Black conversation turns to who will be named as new coach, it's worth weighing up just what they're getting themselves into.

    Black Caps secure historic series win

    Glenn Phillips scored a century in the win over India. Photo: Getty Images (file photo)

    Black Caps secure historic series win

    New Zealand batters Daryl Mitchell and Glenn Phillips scored centuries in a 41-run win over India in the third one-day international in Indore last night.

    Melville Ives secures best result on world stage yet

    Campbell Melville Ives. PHOTO: TRACEY ROXBURGH

    Melville Ives secures best result on world stage yet

    Wānaka snowboarder Campbell Melville Ives executed arguably the best run of his career yesterday.

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    Watkin, Gurrey stamp out Sparks

    Sparks opener Felicity Robertson eyes the ball as Northern Brave wicketkeeper Holly Topp watches...

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    Watkin, Gurrey stamp out Sparks

    Jess Watkin was in some kind of mood.

    Stars through as Aussie Open fans fume

    Carlos Alcaraz celebrates his victory over Adam Walton of Australia in the first round at Rod...

    Stars through as Aussie Open fans fume

    Star attractions Carlos Alcaraz and Aryna Sabalenka are into the second round of the Australian Open, as disgruntled fans fumed over long queues and a surprise ticket sales halt.

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    Johnson gives all, but Clarke-powered total too big for Volts

    Katene Clarke. PHOTO: GETTY IMAGES

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    Johnson gives all, but Clarke-powered total too big for Volts

    Sometimes you just have to sit back and admire something pretty special.

    Southlander takes early lead

    The field of 96 riders competes in the 42km street race in Invercargill on day one of the...

    Southlander takes early lead

    Marshall Erwood was planning to sleep alongside the Tour of Southland’s orange jersey overnight before going out to defend it on the first open road stage from Invercargill to Gore today.

    Teen subs’ late goals secure win

    File photo: RNZ

    Teen subs’ late goals secure win

    Late goals from teenagers Zoe Benson and Pia Vlok helped the Wellington Phoenix secure a 2-0 win over second-placed Canberra United in the women’s A-League game in Canberra on Saturday.

    Defender pipped in final but wins u18

    Dunedin surfer Alexis Owen in action off the coast of Gisborne at the 2026 New Zealand Surfing...

    Defender pipped in final but wins u18

    Dunedin surfer Alexis Owen narrowly missed surfing to a remarkable double but he did add another trophy to his cabinet on Saturday.

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    Openers star in big win for Green Island

    PHOTO: ODT FILES

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    Openers star in big win for Green Island

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

    Pace-setting Swans demolish Stingers by 163 runs

    Pace-setting Swans demolish Stingers by 163 runs

    The Waihola Swans cemented their position at the top of the South Otago 40-over competition with a 163-run win over the Valley Stingers at Tuapeka Mouth on Saturday.

    Nth Otago can’t stave off big loss

    The Hawke Cup. PHOTO: ODT FILES

    Nth Otago can’t stave off big loss

    North Otago showed some late fighting spirit before falling to a heavy defeat to their old rivals as the Hawke Cup resumed in Oamaru at the weekend.

    Bracewell prepares for 100th milestone against India

    Michael Bracewell's international career has flourished, despite a late start. Photo: Getty Images

    Bracewell prepares for 100th milestone against India

    Black Caps captain Michael Bracewell says he didn't expect to play one game for New Zealand, let alone bring up his 100th wearing the silver fern.
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