Hunt takes lead in thrilling opening day of Otago Rally
Reigning national champion Ben Hunt holds a narrow 10.5 second lead after the opening day of the first event in the Brian Green Property Group New Zealand Rally Championship.
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Dunedin premier rugby second round wrap-up
Dunedin premier rugby second round wrap-up
There was plenty of scoring action in the second round of the Dunedin division 1 club rugby competition today.
Call for dedicated pickleball courts
Canterbury club wants city council to help pay for new pickleball courts
The Canterbury Pickleball Club has approached Christchurch City Council for funding to help build dedicated courts - and say they'll have to turn new members away without them.
Archery club to stay in domain
Christchurch Archery Club signs new lease to stay in domain
After battling the prospect of eviction from its long-term home in Rawhiti Domain, the Christchurch Archery Club has finally secured a new 33-year lease.
Black Ferns Sevens waltz into Hong Kong final
Black Ferns Sevens waltz into Hong Kong final
The Black Ferns Sevens have waltzed into the final of the Hong Kong leg of the world series, trouncing Canada 41-0 in their semifinal.
Chapman century drives NZ to victory over Pakistan
Chapman century drives NZ to victory over Pakistan
A blistering near double century stand has helped a new-look Black Caps side handily defeat Pakistan in the opening ODI in Napier by 73 runs.
Fresh faces to aid Cashmere Tech's title defence
Fresh faces to aid Cashmere Tech's title defence
Cashmere Technical head coach Dan Schwarz believes he has brought in the best possible players to continue his side’s success when the Southern League kicks off this weekend.
Highlanders slip to third straight loss in Canberra
Highlanders slip to third straight loss in Canberra
Caleb Tangitau confirmed his status as a rising star of Super Rugby but it was not enough to stop the Highlanders slipping to a third straight loss tonight.
Liam Lawson breaks silence over Red Bull demotion
Liam Lawson breaks silence over Red Bull demotion
New Zealand's Formula One driver Liam Lawson says he is ready to go to work at Racing Bulls after his demotion from the top Red Bull team.
Moana score huge upset over Crusaders
Moana score huge upset over Crusaders
In a season full of drama already, Moana Pasifika have pulled off the biggest upset so far by beating the Crusaders 45-29 in Christchurch.
Dunedin premier rugby opening round wrap-up
Dunedin premier rugby opening round wrap-up
Southern stormed to a 50-27 win against University at Logan Park this afternoon to retain the VG Cavanagh Memorial trophy.
UC runner set the pace for teen's record mile
How a UC runner set the pace for teen's four minute mile record
When Ethan Smolej stepped off the track at the halfway mark of the ACA Mile Night in Auckland, he wasn’t disappointed – he knew he had done his job perfectly.
Five-wicket bag puts Burnside on brink of title
Tait's five-wicket bag puts Burnside on brink of Metro two-day title
A five-wicket bag for Alex Tait has all but won the Metro two-day competition for Burnside after the first day of play against Old Boys Collegians.
Lawrie aims to leave his mark on Panthers
Former Warriors player aiming to leave his mark on the Hornby Panthers
New Hornby Panthers head coach Corey Lawrie wants to put his own spin on the side - after taking over from his younger brother Jed.
Young boxers ready to make their mark
Young boxers ready to make their mark as season swings into action
The boxing season starts this weekend with the South Island Novice Championship at Woolston Boxing Club.
'Pretty special': All Whites book place at World Cup
'Pretty special': All Whites book place at World Cup
The victory means that New Zealand will be attending the FIFA World Cup for the third time, the first since 2010 when the side drew all three of their pool matches.
Highlanders slip backwards with loss to Reds
Highlanders slip backwards with loss to Reds
There were again no home comforts for the Highlanders as they slipped to a 29-23 loss to the Reds at Forsyth Barr Stadium this afternoon.
Title race, relegation battle set for dramatic end
Title race, relegation battle set for dramatic end
All is to play for at the top and bottom of the two-day Metro cricket competition table with one round of matches to play.
Cashmere eyes Maadi glory after breakthrough season
Cashmere eyes Maadi glory after breakthrough season
Cashmere High School is heading into next week’s Maadi Regatta with confidence after delivering its best-ever performance at the South Island secondary school champs.
Prebbleton colts facing uncertain future
Prebbleton colts facing uncertain future as player numbers dwindle
Two-time defending colts champions Prebbleton are unlikely to field a team this season due to a shortage of players.