He gave up his software engineer career for his sport
And all the hard work has paid up for the Bay of Plenty pair.
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Waihī drowning: Body of missing teen found
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Lane blocked after crash on Welcome Bay Rd
People were working to remove the truck from the road.
Sir Michael Cullen steps down from health board as deputy takes reigns
The process which will lead to a permanent appointment was underway.
State Highway 33 reopens after fatal crash near Paengaroa
The road reopened overnight.
Carmen Hall: State home lottery draw not good enough
I understand the housing crisis is historic but it is not good enough.
Bay Oval to host top teams at Women's Cricket World Cup
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Tauranga transient back behind bars for 131st time
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Regional council prepares for worst-case drought
Water restrictions are being considered.
'Robust' screening process' in place: Port of Tauranga official
There are calls for coronavirus testing for crews on ships visiting the Port of Tauranga.
Injuries and delays after two separate crashes in Maungatapu
Motorists were advised to avoid the area.
Meet the first Kiwi band to top NZ singles chart since Lorde
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Cruise ship with no passengers to dock in Tauranga
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Tauranga Airport's $1.5m pitch for more car parking
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NZ Beach Tour Final good preparation for Continental Cup
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Two men arrested after early-morning police pursuit
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Missing elderly Tauranga man with 'slight dementia' found
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Tauranga's transport hub revelations 'hugely disappointing'
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Tauranga's stalled transport hub issues revealed
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Injuries not enough to break talent and bond of players
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Staff decontaminated after suspicious parcel found at WBOP Council
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Young drivers with a family racing pedigree grab honours
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Regional council meeting over lowest river flows on record
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Youngsters front and centre at Kids Day Out charity event
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Top cop says more fleeing drivers are targeting police officers
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