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    Old Golds stutter after strong start

    The cases feature a range of sports, but it is understood that rugby players make up a...

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    Old Golds stutter after strong start

    Ninety seconds.

    Otago beat Wellington in high-scoring thriller

     Dylan Pledger of Otago on attack during the round three NPC match between Wellington and...

    Otago beat Wellington in high-scoring thriller

    Otago have beaten defending champions Wellington 46-41 this afternoon in a pulsating NPC game where attack dominated.

    All Blacks v Argentina: What we learned

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    All Blacks v Argentina: What we learned

     The more things change, the more they stay the same - at least for the Pumas and their attempts to beat the All Blacks on home soil.

    Church hat-trick leads Spirit to victory

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    Church hat-trick leads Spirit to victory

    The Spirit scored six thrilling tries in their tight Farah Palmer Cup Championship win against the Pride in Porirua this afternoon.

    All Blacks see off late Pumas comeback

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    All Blacks see off late Pumas comeback

    New Zealand saw off a second-half Argentina resurgence to open their Rugby Championship campaign with a win in Cordoba.

    Wallabies fight back to stun Springboks at Ellis Park

    Australia's James O'Connor fights off Kwagga Smith at Ellis Park, Johannesburg. Photo: Reuters

    Wallabies fight back to stun Springboks at Ellis Park

    Australia rallied from 22-0 down as captain Harry Wilson scored two tries in a stunning 38-22 bonus-point victory over South Africa in their Rugby Championship opener on Saturday, the Wallabies'...

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    ‘Good feeling’ around Old Golds camp

    Old Golds back Ben Paton is looking forward to the opening of the Heartland Championships this...

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    ‘Good feeling’ around Old Golds camp

    There is a quiet optimism about where this North Otago team could go this season.

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    Starting well key focus for Otago

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    Starting well key focus for Otago

    Holding on to the ball longer would be a good start.

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    ‘I feel Otago is where I’m supposed to be’

    Otago halfback Abigail Paton is loving being back with the Otago Spirit this season. PHOTO:...

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    ‘I feel Otago is where I’m supposed to be’

    Abigail Paton is right where she is meant to be.

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    Southland Boys’ taking steady approach into SI schools final

    Southland's defense was working hard to prevent Otago's Kings High School from scoring another...

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    Southland Boys’ taking steady approach into SI schools final

    Southland Boys' do not scare easily. They did have a scare last weekend, though.

    Christchurch Boys’ looking forward to SBHS clash

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    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.

    Holland starts again for Pumas clash

    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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    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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    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.

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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.

    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.

    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.

    Lio-Willie back to bolster Otago

    Lio-Willie back to bolster Otago

    All Black Christian Lio-Willie returns from a week off and will pack down at the back of the scrum for Otago’s game against Wellington.

    Mixed news on injuries for All Blacks v Argentina

    All Blacks head coach Scott Robertson. Photo: Getty Images

    Mixed news on injuries for All Blacks v Argentina

    The All Blacks have touched down in Argentina for their opening Rugby Championship match, but they'll be taking the field without two key players.
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