Otago fire in second half to down Northland
Otago fire in second half to down Northland
It was not flash. It was not fancy. But it added up to five competition points for Otago.
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True blue Bower set to cover tight head
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True blue Bower set to cover tight head
By George, he is loyal.
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McGlashan out of proposed competition
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McGlashan out of proposed competition
Another southern school has dropped out of the South Island Boys' Schools First XV competition.
Boks pick Kolisi for All Blacks clash
Boks pick Kolisi for All Blacks clash
Siya Kolisi has been passed fit to play for South Africa against New Zealand in their Rugby Championship showdown at Eden Park on Saturday but will not captain the side.
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Five games that stick in the mind from the Spirit’s 25 years
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Five games that stick in the mind from the Spirit’s 25 years
Thrillers, crushing victories, heart-breaking defeats — the Otago Spirit have seen it all over 25 years. Hayden Meikle highlights five memorable games.
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Selecting the best of the best since the start of the journey
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Selecting the best of the best since the start of the journey
A lot of players have worn the Otago Spirit jersey over the past 25 years. Selecting a greatest Spirit XV is no easy task, but sports editor Hayden Meikle thought he would give it a crack.
Narawa recalled, Holland on bench against Boks
Narawa recalled, Holland on bench against Boks
Emoni Narawa has been recalled to the All Blacks for the first test against the Springboks, while a reshuffle in the loose forwards sees Highlander Fabian Holland in the reserves.
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Hollows proud every time she wears jersey
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Hollows proud every time she wears jersey
Twenty-five years from now, Tegan Hollows hopes she will be sitting in the stands with her team-mates reminiscing about the good old days.
Physical presence of injured Ma’u to be missed
Physical presence of injured Ma’u to be missed
Otago will be missing their enforcer for the remainder of the season.
Lavanini set to bolster second row
Lavanini set to bolster second row
The Highlanders have bolstered their locking stocks with the signing of seasoned Argentinian forward Tomas Lavanini for the 2026 Super Rugby Pacific season.
Injury forces change for Otago against Northland
Injury forces change for Otago against Northland
Otago have lost enforcer Saula Ma’u for the remainder of the season, which opens the door for Rohan Wingham to start at tighthead against Northland on Friday night.
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Imperfect, unpredictable: just how we like it
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Imperfect, unpredictable: just how we like it
We are midway through the NPC round-robin and competition for those final few playoff spots shapes as intense, rugby reporter Adrian Seconi writes.
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Blue and gold opened eyes to Ferns dream
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Blue and gold opened eyes to Ferns dream
Kelly Brazier has broken the glass ceiling when it comes to rugby.
ABs tap Wayne Smith for 'gold nuggets'
ABs tap Wayne Smith for 'gold nuggets' as Springboks showdown looms
The All Blacks are drawing on "gold nuggets" of wisdom from coaching guru Wayne Smith as they prepare for Saturday's clash against South Africa at Eden Park.
Former Highlander Shane Christie farewelled
'Rest easy, our great mate': Former Highlander Shane Christie farewelled
Former Highlander Shane Christie has been remembered as a courageous leader and a staunch advocate for rugby player welfare at his funeral service in Nelson today.
Hundreds turn out to welcome Stags and shield home
Hundreds turn out to welcome Stags and shield home
Hundreds of overjoyed scarlet and gold-bedecked fans crammed into Invercargill Airport’s arrivals area to welcome the triumphant Southland Stags rugby team home.
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Porter chuffed rugby now a gender-blind career option
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Porter chuffed rugby now a gender-blind career option
Hannah Porter has seen the growth in women’s rugby more than most.
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Camaraderie sticks in McKenzie’s mind
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Camaraderie sticks in McKenzie’s mind
Margaret McKenzie's name is synonymous with the Otago Spirit. Kayla Hodge hears her memories.
Triumphant Stags bring Shield south
Triumphant Stags bring Shield south
The Ranfurly Shield made the flight south to Invercargill today, with the triumphant Southland Stags team who won it last night from Waikato.
Fainga'anuku called in as Tavatavanawai, Roigard ruled out
Fainga'anuku called in as Tavatavanawai, Roigard ruled out
Halfback Cam Roigard and midfield back Timoci Tavatavanawai have been ruled out of both All Blacks home tests against the Springboks.