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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

Christchurch Boys' High No 8 Sione Telefoni carries towards the line. PHOTO: THOMAS BIRD

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

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

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.

ODT Rugby Chat: Awards Night 2025

ODT Rugby Chat: Awards Night 2025 held at Kaikorai Rugby Club

New Christchurch stadium to host Super Round

Christchurch's One New Zealand Stadium will host Super Round in Super Rugby Pacific next year....

New Christchurch stadium to host Super Round

Super Round is making a return and heading to the South Island.

Spirit score late to take thriller

Otago halfback Abigail Paton on the way to scoring in the tackle of North Harbour’s Madisson Mata...

Spirit score late to take thriller

Out of breath just watching that.

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Taylor delivers late as Southland Boys’ claim title

Southland Boys’ captain Jimmy Taylor lifts the Southern Schools Rugby Championship trophy after...

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Taylor delivers late as Southland Boys’ claim title

Jimmy Taylor is made for pressure situations.

Metro North come back to topple Country

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

Metro North come back to topple Country

Otago Metro North made it two from two in the Tuppy Diack Shield as they fired in the second half to beat Otago Country 27-21 in a passionate and physical game in Lawrence on Saturday.

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