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Taking games to regions could prove shot in arm for NPC

Wellington loose forwards Sione Halalilo (left) and Du Plessis Kirifi celebrate after their win...

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Taking games to regions could prove shot in arm for NPC

The Otago Daily Times canvassed plenty of people for their thoughts during our week-long series on the future of the NPC. Here are some reader opinions on the competition.

Blackadder and Papali'i may join All Blacks tour

Dalton Papali'i may join the All Blacks midway through their tour of Europe. Photo: Getty Images

Blackadder and Papali'i may join All Blacks tour

The All Blacks are set to boosted by the return of potentially both Ethan Blackadder and Dalton Papali'i midway through their tour of Europe.

All Blacks thrash Japan 64-19

All Blacks winger Mark Tele'a runs in to score a try. Photo: Reuters

All Blacks thrash Japan 64-19

New Zealand ran in 10 tries to kick off their end-of-season tour with a convincing 64-19 victory over a lively Japan side in an entertaining test at Yokohama's International Stadium.

Lions win NPC in extra-time thriller

Riley Higgins and Du Plessis Kirifi of Wellington celebrate during NPC final between Wellington...

Lions win NPC in extra-time thriller

After an enthralling, exhausting 100-minute final, the Wellington Lions have been crowned NPC champions after beating Bay of Plenty 23-20.

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No clear path ahead for NPC

Otago’s Finn Hurley tries his best to block the kick of Reece MacDonald, of Manawatu, during...

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No clear path ahead for NPC

We have explored the issues facing the NPC, and garnered the thoughts of some of those with a keen interest in New Zealand’s domestic rugby competition.

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Lions favourites, Bay expansive

Wellington’s Riley Higgins shakes off the tackle of Bay of Plenty’s Lucas Cashmore during their...

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Lions favourites, Bay expansive

Wellington and Bay of Plenty have made it through to tomorrow’s NPC final. Adrian Seconi offers up this quick guide.

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Changes must not come at expense of FPC growth

Waikato celebrate with the Farah Palmer Cup after beating Canterbury in this year's final. PHOTO:...

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Changes must not come at expense of FPC growth

What is in store for the future of the Farah Palmer Cup? Could it hang in the balance if something was to happen to the NPC? Kayla Hodge offers her thoughts.

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Make space, time for NPC stars

Otago fan Ian Arthur at his beloved Alhambra-Union club. PHOTO: PETER MCINTOSH

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Make space, time for NPC stars

Our series on the future of the NPC continues. Club stalwarts Ian Arthur and Blair Crawford tell Adrian Seconi there needs to be a change.

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Back when NPC had stars, pulling power

Scenes from the day Otago demolished Waikato 49-20 at Carisbrook to win the 1998 NPC final. ODT...

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Back when NPC had stars, pulling power

Former Otago players Brendon Timmins and Brendon Laney, part of arguably the greatest team in NPC history, tell Adrian Seconi the competition needs to bring back the stars and the razzmatazz.

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Brown excited about job to which he has long aspired

Former Canterbury co-coach Mark Brown will take charge of the Otago NPC side next season. PHOTO:...

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Brown excited about job to which he has long aspired

Another Brown will take charge of the Otago NPC team next season.

Preseason match for Invercargill

Highlanders coach Jamie Joseph. PHOTO: PETER MCINTOSH

Preseason match for Invercargill

There will be swedes and sushi — southern style — at halftime when the Highlanders play the Crusaders next year.

Stalwart whistler Carruthers volunteer of year

Rugby needs more people like Wayne Carruthers.

NPC advocated as vital pathway to Super level

Otago fullback Finn Hurley celebrates his try during an NPC game at Forsyth Barr Stadium this...

NPC advocated as vital pathway to Super level

The NPC faces an uncertain future as New Zealand Rugby grapples with the big-picture questions and the more pressing bottom line on the financial report.

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Tweaks rather than revolution likely

A young Bay of Plenty fan cheers for the Steamers during an NPC game in Tauranga. PHOTO: GETTY...

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Tweaks rather than revolution likely

Adrian Seconi asks New Zealand Rugby general manager of community rugby Steve Lancaster and Otago chief executive Richard Kinley what the competition will look like in five years.

All Blacks name two debutants for Japan test

Pasilio Tosi will make his first start at prop. Photo: Getty Images

All Blacks name two debutants for Japan test

Coach Scott Robertson has rung the changes for the opening test of the All Blacks' end of year tour.

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NPC has still to find its place in changed landscape

Wellington flanker Du’Plessis Kirifi goes on the attack against Waikato lock Josh Balme during...

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NPC has still to find its place in changed landscape

This week the ODT outlines issues facing the NPC competition and talks to power players to see what the future holds. Adrian Seconi provides some background.

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Thames Valley back on top after cup final win

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

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Thames Valley back on top after cup final win

That was worth the wait for Thames Valley.

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Bay of Plenty book historic shot at title

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Bay of Plenty book historic shot at title

Bay of Plenty rolled Canterbury in the second half to book a historic spot in the NPC final.

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Landers fan 'livid' over losing seat

Highlanders supporter Joe Dovey has been denied his favourite seat at Forsyth Barr Stadium. PHOTO...

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Landers fan 'livid' over losing seat

After 11 years of watching the Highlanders play at Forsyth Barr Stadium from the same seat, Joe Dovey has been forced to move. And he is "absolutely livid".

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Who will be the NPC finalists?

Dallas McLeod, seen here in action against Counties Manukau last month, looms as key to...

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Who will be the NPC finalists?

Canterbury have stormed back into contention, but can anyone beat Wellington? Sports writer Adrian Seconi offers up a quick guide to the NPC semifinals.

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