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    Defending champs Kaikorai clinch late win on opening day

    Kaikorai proved if you can just hang in there long enough, there is a gap at the end of the ruck.

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    Indispensable Manu found his calling in the South

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    Indispensable Manu found his calling in the South

    Nacho, Nacho Man. I want to be a Nacho Man.

    Tangitau, Shearer shine for Highlanders

    The Highlanders celebrate Caleb Tangitau's try against Moana Pasifika. Photo: Getty Images

    Tangitau, Shearer shine for Highlanders

    Caleb Tangitau is an established star and the Highlanders might have unearthed another one after a bizarre Super Rugby game tonight.

    De Groot, Tavatavanawai pull out late for Highlanders

    Timoci Tavatavanawai will play no part in tonight's clash with Moana Pasifika. Photo: Gregor...

    De Groot, Tavatavanawai pull out late for Highlanders

    The Highlanders have made two late changes to their team for tonight’s game against Moana Pasifika.

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    Seeking to get the ‘spark’ back

    Highlanders fullback Jacob Ratumaitavuki-Kneepkens celebrates after scoring the opening try in...

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    Seeking to get the ‘spark’ back

    There is talk about a response.

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    Hoeft an old-school prop who demanded respect

    Highlanders prop Carl Hoeft runs into Brumbies first five Stephen Larkham during a game at...

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    Hoeft an old-school prop who demanded respect

    Carl Hoeft was the most self-effacing man you could meet and was not in the habit of talking himself up a lot.

    It’s Southern — you heard it here first

    It’s Southern — you heard it here first

    Rugby chats

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    Wheeler new ORFU president

    Gary Wheeler.

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    Wheeler new ORFU president

    An Alhambra-Union stalwart is the new president of the Otago Rugby Football Union.

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    All change in the coaching ranks

    Dunedin lock Curtis Palmer climbs high to claim the ball during a Dunedin division 1 game against...

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    All change in the coaching ranks

    There are a host of new faces popping up in club rugby every year.

    Rugby Chat: Club season returns

    Rugby Chat: Club season returns

    The much-missed ODT Rugby Chat is back bigger than ever by popular demand.

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    The original, mercurial Jimmy, for whom rugby was a ‘saviour’

    Jimmy Cowan was a warrior halfback for the Highlanders. Photo: Getty Images

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    The original, mercurial Jimmy, for whom rugby was a ‘saviour’

    He was christened Quinton James Cowan, but he gained immortality for the Highlanders and Southland under an old-school name that fit his style perfectly.

    Southlander to make a big step up

    Nic Shearer. Photo: New Zealand Rugby

    Southlander to make a big step up

    An unexpected new face will be pitched into battle as the Highlanders attempt to rescue their season tomorrow night.

    Otago v Stags to start season

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    Otago v Stags to start season

    Stag Day will set the tone for Otago’s hunt to go one better in the NPC this season.

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    Getting into the weeds of the grass roots

    Kaikorai celebrate winning the Dunedin division 1 title at Forsyth Barr Stadium last year. Photo:...

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    Getting into the weeds of the grass roots

    No grandstands.

    Shearer makes big leap to start for Highlanders

    Halfback Nic Shearer moves the ball during the Highlanders' preseason game against the Crusaders...

    Shearer makes big leap to start at halfback for Highlanders

    An unexpected new face will be pitched into battle as the Highlanders attempt to rescue their season on Friday night.

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    And now for something completely different: the Adam Thomson phenomenon

    Highlanders flanker Adam Thomson throws himself at the Waratahs defence during a Super Rugby game...

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    And now for something completely different: the Adam Thomson phenomenon

    Adam Thomson was always a bit different.

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    Otago union in clover — for now

    Peter McCormack. File photo: Linda Robertson

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    Otago union in clover — for now

    Success is always good for the bottom line.

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    Lock on Landers injury list

    Josh Tengblad. Photo: New Zealand Rugby

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    Lock on Landers injury list

    Another rising Highlanders star is set for an extended period on the sidelines.

    Olsen-Baker re-signs

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    Olsen-Baker re-signs

    Black Ferns No 8 Kaipo Olsen-Baker has re-signed with Matatu for Super Rugby Aupiki.

    Umaga, Barnes and Blair new All Blacks coaches

    Moana Pasifika coach Tana Umaga. Photo: Getty Images

    Umaga, Barnes and Blair new All Blacks coaches

    New All Blacks head coach Dave Rennie has picked his assistants: Tana Umaga, Neil Barnes and Mike Blair, who will join incumbent Jason Ryan.
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