Two years ago, the Canterbury Bulls were relegated from the national premiership. Now they are a win away from their first title in 11 years if they can beat Counties Manukau in the final.
At sports games across Christchurch, you’ll often spot people perched on the sidelines, camera in hand, capturing the action - usually for little or no financial reward. These are their stories.
Quinn Tupaea scored two tries in an assured display at centre as the All Blacks finished the Rugby Championship on a high, beating the Wallabies 28-14 in Perth.
The High School Old Boys Light Bears captain has given his troops a clear message ahead of their U85kg National Club Cup final, which will be played before the All Blacks test at Eden Park on Saturday.
Crusaders fans are questioning their loyalty after membership prices for the next season at the new Christchurch stadium revealed a 40 percent increase.