Sport

Mitey fine approach to mental health

A new approach to teaching mental health as part of the New Zealand curriculum enables it to be taught at school, every day, just...

Bulls eye 2–1 winning week

A little Bulls’ spit and vinegar could well be needed if the Franklin Bulls can deliver in tomorrow night's Sal’s National Basketball League. Mid way...

Using experience to motivate football youth

By Gareth Rossiter  Football is often built on passion, community, and the people willing to give their time to the next generation. This season,...

Foul weather fair for fowl

A wet start to winter has made for happy hunting across the country. Now underway, the game bird season appears promising due, in no small...

Great eight – Read’s read on Super Rugby

The Hurricanes, Chiefs and Blues are all jockeying for position at the top of the Super Rugby table with the Crusaders hard on their...

Sports shorts…

Who likes sports shorts? For those who like their sports brief – to the point, that is, not unnecessarily revealing! – we have a...

Mayday at Pukekohe Park

On the wrong side of the world, May Day is a celebration of spring; here in New Zealand, it means that it’s almost time...

Auckland stadium deal that sees everyone smiling

By Desley Simpson, Auckland Deputy Mayor April 15 marked a significant moment for Auckland – a moment where months of hard work, negotiation, and...

Game bird season – starter’s gun set to sound

With licences sorted, game bird hunters are set to head out to ponds, farms and maimais across the country for the official start of...

Fish & Game surveys – caught right trout?

Franklin anglers stand to benefit from Fish & Game NZ divers who have been taking the plunge to keep tabs on trout and waterway...