Third generation to carry on the Stead dynasty
Third generation to carry on the Stead dynasty
The Stead family’s history with Riccarton now spans three generations after their youngest made his debut for the club.
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Lawson apologises for pulling finger at F1 driver
New Zealander Liam Lawson apologises for pulling finger at fellow F1 driver
Kiwi Formula 1 driver Liam Lawson has apologised publicly to Sergio Perez after gesturing at the Red Bull driver during the Mexican Grand Prix.
Tech aim to overturn recent form against rivals
Cashmere Tech hoping to overturn recent form as rivals clash again
Christchurch’s two top football teams will battle it out on the pitch for the fifth time this season on Sunday - and there will be more than just bragging rights up for grabs.
League fans turn out in force to meet their heroes
League fans turn out in force to meet their heroes
Hundreds of fans filled Wainoni Park in Christchurch on Wednesday to mix and mingle with their favourite stars from the Kiwis, Kangaroos, Kiwi Ferns and Jillaroos.
Mitch Hay earns Black Caps call-up
Canterbury wicketkeeper Mitch Hay earns maiden Black Caps call-up
The Black Caps have called up promising Canterbury wicketkeeper-batsman Mitch Hay for next month’s white-ball tour of Sri Lanka.
Teen finding his feet at US college
Christchurch teen finding his feet at US college
When former Christchurch United midfielder Thomas Chao signed to play soccer for Lincoln Memorial University in Tennessee, his reaction was simple: "It was pretty cool".
'Holy sh**, how did we do that?: Lawson makes F1 top ten
'Holy sh**, how did we do that?: Lawson makes F1 top ten
New Zealand driver Liam Lawson has finished ninth in the US Grand Prix in Austin, Texas.
Cricket club struggling after Hagley Oval departure
Cricket club struggling after Hagley Oval departure
The Riccarton Cricket Club has been a haven for enthusiasts of the sport since it was founded in 1905. But financial challenges now threaten its existence.
T20 World Cup victory for White Ferns
T20 World Cup victory for White Ferns
The White Ferns have caused a major cricketing shock with victory over South Africa in the T20 Women's World Cup final in Dubai.
Crowd turns out to watch Kiwis train
Crowd turns out to watch Kiwis train at Ngā Puna Wai
Seven-year-old Xanthe French-Reriti was among about 100 fans who took the opportunity to watch the Kiwis train in Christchurch on Tuesday.
F1: Kiwi Liam Lawson claims top ten finish
F1: Kiwi Liam Lawson claims top ten finish
New Zealand driver Liam Lawson has finished ninth in the US Grand Prix in Austin, Texas.
Silver Ferns at phenomenal best against Diamonds
Silver Ferns at phenomenal best against Diamonds
There is beating the Australian Diamonds.
Blackadder won't travel to Japan with All Blacks
Blackadder won't travel to Japan with All Blacks
Crusaders loose forward Ethan Blackadder will not travel with the All Blacks squad to Japan tomorrow for the start of the Northern tour due to a calf injury.
Scholarships drive teens to succeed
CBHS driver on track to turn Supercars dream into a reality
A Christchurch Boys’ High student is speeding towards his dream of racing Supercars as he prepares to drive in one of NZ’s top junior motorsport championships next month.
Former ABs first-five in line for Crusaders role
Crusaders eye up former All Blacks first-five for vacant coaching role
Former All Blacks first-five Nick Evans is in talks with the Crusaders about joining their coaching lineup next season.
Arrest warrant issued for ex-Wallabies captain
Arrest warrant issued for ex-Wallabies captain
Former Wallaby Rocky Elsom has been sentenced to five years in prison in a French court.
'Best ever': New Zealand retains America's Cup
'Best ever': New Zealand retains America's Cup
New Zealand have retained the America's Cup with a 7-2 win over Britain, after a performance that prompted defeated skipper Sir Ben Ainslie to label them as the "best team ever".
Cashmere, Elmwood to reignite rivalry
Cashmere, Elmwood to reignite tennis rivalry for interclub opener
Champions Cashmere have a tough first round draw against their old rivals Elmwood when Tennis Canterbury’s premier men’s interclub starts on Saturday.
Old Boys Collegians head into day two on top
Old Boys declare; Sydenham, Burnside in strong positions going into day two
Old Boys Collegians have batted themselves into a dominant position heading into day two of their premiership match against Heathcote.
Takarua claims back-to-back bowls titles
Takarua claims back-to-back bowls titles
Aiden Takarua has won his second consecutive Burnside under-26 singles bowls tournament.