'A special moment': Young gun fires for Black Caps
New Zealand appear to have unearthed a long-term weapon in 22-year-old Will O’Rourke.
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Dire Black Caps dismissed before stumps
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Andrew Alderson: Pioneering feat within Black Caps' reach
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Proteas frustrate Black Caps pacemen
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Recap: South Africa battle to stumps on day one
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Rural and primary care a focus for new medical school
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Younger brother hopes to boost Parker family's boxing dynasty
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Community split on Telephone Rd rail crossing fix
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Manu mana on show at Hamilton's Waterworld
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