Beauden Barrett offers to help Irish opponent fight red card
All Blacks first-five Beauden Barrett has offered to help Tadhg Beirne fight a potential ban, after the Irish lock was red-carded for an incident early in their test match in Chicago.
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Auckland FC top A-League after win against Adelaide
Auckland FC top A-League after win against Adelaide
Auckland FC have risen to the top of the A-League with a 2-1 home win over Adelaide United at Go Media Stadium.
Black Caps dismiss England early in final one-dayer
Black Caps dismiss England early in final one-dayer
England have set New Zealand a run chase of 223 runs for victory at Wellington in the final one-dayer of their three-match series.
Young talent signs Warriors deal
Talented young Cantabrian signs Warriors deal
Last year Rene Frame was playing first XV rugby for Selwyn Schools. This week he was in Auckland after being snapped up by the Warriors' under-19 side.
Who was the speedster under the Larry the Lamb mask?
Who was the speedster under the Larry the Lamb mask?
Canterbury’s Larry the Lamb stormed to victory in the mascot race during the half-time show at Saturday’s NPC final - but there was a good reason for that.
Netball NZ CEO defends handling of coaching saga
'We have to respect the confidentiality': Netball NZ CEO defends handling of coaching saga
Netball New Zealand boss Jennie Wyllie says there is still work to do to rebuild trust and reshape the team environment after Dame Noeline Taurua's reinstatement as Silver Ferns head coach.
Girls’ rugby the focus for first female president
Girls’ rugby the focus for first female president
Growing girls’ rugby at Darfield is a top priority for new president Kelly McIlroy - the first woman to hold the role in the club’s 122-year history.
Schools ride wave of global darts popularity
Schools ride wave of global darts popularity
It might be the quintessential pub game for middle-aged patrons, but darts is finding a niche among young people in Canterbury amid a global rise in popularity.
Taurua saga 'always about Noeline coming back'
Taurua saga 'always about Noeline coming back'
Netball NZ boss Jennie Wyllie says the national body's intention was always to re-instate Dame Noeline Taurua as Silver Ferns coach.
Black Caps dismiss England, but Brook saves face
Black Caps dismiss England, but Brook saves face
England captain Harry Brook has saved his team's blushes with a big-hitting century in the opening one-dayer against New Zealand at Mt Maunganui.
Ferns roll Australia to stay in series
Ferns roll Australia to stay in series
It is amazing what a little bit of good news can do for a team.
Hoiho scuppered with big assist from Queens centre
Hoiho scuppered with big assist from Queens centre
Penina Davidson reminded everyone of her enduring class.
United-Coastal rivalry shifts to national stage
Christchurch United, Coastal Spirit rivalry on the national stage
Christchurch United and Coastal Spirit will write another chapter in their rivalry when the two clubs meet in the National League at Linfield Park on Saturday.
Club gears up for 150th anniversary
'Future’s very bright': Christchurch Bowling Club gears up for sesquicentennial celebration
The Christchurch Bowling Club will host a tournament this weekend before a special dinner is held on Sunday night to celebrate its 150th anniversary.
Sydenham, Burnside nailbiter to resume
Sydenham, Burnside nailbiter to resume on Saturday
Burnside West-University and Sydenham are evenly poised at the halfway mark of their two-day men's premiership clash at Sydenham Park.
Major milestones at new stadium
Major milestones at new Christchurch stadium
With only six months until Christchurch’s new stadium opens its doors, the roof has now been finished and the landscaping is moving ahead.
Kiwi Ferns storm back to beat Fetu Samoa
Kiwi Ferns storm back to beat Fetu Samoa
Looking dead and buried at half-time, after conceding a 20-0 lead, the Kiwi Ferns stormed back in the second half of their Pacific Championships opener in Auckland.
Pride pick up points as United, Coastal slip
Pride pick up points as United, Coastal slip
The Canterbury United Pride’s form is improving ahead of a clash to keep their Women’s National League hopes alive.
Talented Tromp twins looking to learn on the pitch
Talented Tromp twins looking to learn on the pitch
Three months ago, twin brothers Matt and Josh Tromp were taking down the likes of Australian captain Pat Cummins and Pakistan quick Haris Rauf. Now they are playing in the Metro club premiership.
Bulls will improve after big grand final loss - coach
Bulls will improve after big grand final loss - coach
Canterbury Bulls head coach Walt Wilson believes his team will only improve after the experience of playing in the grand final of rugby league’s national premiership.