Michael Burgess has been a Sports Journalist for New Zealand's Herald since 2005, covering the Olympics, Fifa World Cups, and America’s Cup campaigns.
I've been a sports journalist since 2005, winning several national awards, and reporting from three Fifa World Cups as well as the Olympic Games. I've covered a large variety of events for the Herald, from the 2011 Netball World Cup in Singapore to the mayhem and chaos of the All Whites' trip to Peru in 2017. I led NZME's coverage of the 2021 America's Cup and have patiently followed the Warriors for more than a decade. A football aficionado, I will never forget the noise that greeted Rory Fallon's goal against Bahrain in Wellington in 2009, or the scenes at the final whistle.
![Lisa Carrington inspires new generation of small-town heroes](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=792)
Lisa Carrington inspires new generation of small-town heroes
Carrington's influence goes far beyond medals and podium finishes.
![Golden Dame: Lisa Carrington's latest honour](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=792)
Golden Dame: Lisa Carrington's latest honour
When Lisa Carrington first saw the message on her computer, she had to do a double take.
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Interview: Lisa Carrington on her future - and the path she won't take
Lisa Carrington is edging closer to making the biggest decision of her career.
!['Took a few years off my life': Farcical scenes as Walsh narrowly avoids shock exit](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=792)
'Took a few years off my life': Farcical scenes as Walsh narrowly avoids shock exit
Out, then in, then out, then in again. Kiwi shot put star's night takes a bizarre turn...
![12 to watch: How defeat was the catalyst for Carrington's remarkable streak](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=792)
12 to watch: How defeat was the catalyst for Carrington's remarkable streak
Her dominance of the K1 200m represents a staggering streak – more than 3350 days.
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Peter Burling on the future and the risk that led to AmCup glory
Team New Zealand helmsman Peter Burling admits they took a chance and it paid off.
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Analysis: Three reasons Burling is stealing the show
Kiwi on the cusp of greatness but won't countenance talk of what's around the corner.
![How Burling's 'local knowledge' proved pivotal in epic win](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=792)
How Burling's 'local knowledge' proved pivotal in epic win
Analysis: The result came down to a single wind shift, and Burling's local knowledge.
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Team NZ mulling radical UK event for next America's Cup
'There's some bizarre stuff going on. The ball's always bouncing in the America's Cup.'
![Peter Burling's message after Team NZ's race 2 defeat](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=792)
Peter Burling's message after Team NZ's race 2 defeat
Team New Zealand skipper analyses surprising opening day.
![Big Read: The rise of Peter Burling and how he makes boats go fast](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=792)
Big Read: The rise of Peter Burling and how he makes boats go fast
Peter Burling seems to have an innate talent. Michael Burgess learns how it grew.
![Silver Ferns, Adesanya claim historic wins at Halberg Awards](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=792)
Silver Ferns, Adesanya claim historic wins at Halberg Awards
The Silver Ferns have struck gold — again.
![Seven in a row! Carrington wins gold - again - at world champs](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=792)
Seven in a row! Carrington wins gold - again - at world champs
Lisa Carrington's remarkable streak at the top of her sport continues.
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Kiwi fan's positive attitude proving an inspiration
Football fan Bryce Taylor is on a bucket list trip to Peru to see the All Whites.
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Burgess: Thomas stands out for All Whites
Michael Burgess picks out three key points from the All Whites' 2-0 win over Fiji.
![Carrington queen of Halbergs](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=792)
Carrington queen of Halbergs
The canoeist is both 2016 Sportswoman of the Year and winner of the Supreme Award at tonight's Halberg Awards.