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Unlucky (plucky) Stars – and other sports news

Although off-season signings augured well for the Northern Stars, they will not be progressing to the ANZ Premiership playoffs this year. By the time the...

Para canoe – Franklin’s flying Finn

The reality of a big win is sinking in for Finn Murphy after claiming a silver medal in the men’s KL3 200m at the...

Sports Shorts (04.06)

By Head-knocked Nick Who likes sports shorts? For those who like their sports brief – to the point, that is, not unnecessarily revealing! –...

Super Rugby – (re)viva Moana Pasifika?

We knew they were sinking but now it’s official, as the top teams prepare for the Super Rugby playoffs, Moana Pasifika is dead in...

Chiefs squad named – Blues bulldozed, Reds next?

Counties star Etene Nanai-Seturo may have to watch from the bench due to a season-ending injury, but the Chiefs still might win this weekend’s...

Auckland FC – they are the champions!

  Last weekend served up a feast of sport, but the main course came courtesy of Auckland FC’s A-League Grand Final win. Play of the match,...

Cartoon: budget blowout

All Whites captain Chris Wood may be back to full fitness in time for the upcoming World Cup, but another Chris may feel a...

Croquet couple made to mallet

Pukekohe Croquet Club members raised a glass to a couple of stalwarts recently – Jenny and Alex Begg were recognised for decades of contributions...

International men’s hockey on Auckland turf

World-class field hockey is being played in Auckland this week and people have opportunities to watch the international matches for free. The men’s national team...

Skate expectations…

The wheels are in motion with improvements to Auckland’s skateparks on track. Auckland Council is seeking feedback about skateparks across the city which will be...