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ANZ donated over 1000 pairs of coloured pants to schools across the country.
Kiwi sets world shearing record in historic South Africa feat
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'Urgent international co-operation': Crime rings threaten integrity of NZ sport
The Sport Integrity Commission has sought advice from Interpol on organised crime.
National Māori netball tournament celebrates culture and pride
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All Black's 12-year-old challenges girls' exclusion in school sports
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Merlin eyes $100k Taylor Mile after $1m race boost
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'A shortage of props': NZ Rugby seeks athletes for new Black Ferns pathway
Next Ferns seeks women aged 16-25 for four regional combines in May.
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Raelene Castle has faced personal and professional challenges in male-dominated roles.
Moana Pasifika shock Crusaders in Christchurch
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‘Once you get the bug’: Father gears up for boxing comeback
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Homecoming match: Trailblazing ref set for milestone game
International rugby referee Natarsha Ganley will finally be on home turf in Whangārei.
‘A bit of Vitamin W’: Crusaders coach on 2025 return to form
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Ninety-year-old’s passion for pickleball encourages all ages
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‘I’m pretty good’: Young diver’s tips for a top manu after world champs success
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Rising stars: Bringer and Druwen shine at Crankworx highlight event
The event was moved due to forecast strong winds.
Watch: North and South Island secondary schools rowing champs
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The best Kiwi female athletes shining on global stage
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‘Full strength’: Local rider triumphs in thrilling Crankworx opener
Australia’s Ryan Gilchrist clinched the men’s race, repeating last year’s victory.
‘Means a lot’: Toa’s record-breaking triumph at world manu champs
Maara Toa won the Z Manu World Champs adult male division in Auckland.
I watched 90 minutes of Auckland FC on a Ferris wheel - here’s what I learned
Fans watched Auckland FC in action from a 15m ferris wheel at Go Media Stadium.
Auckland Uni aims to host All Blacks at $320m sports centre
The state-of-the-art complex features Olympic gym gear and an indoor arena.
‘Not overflowing with opportunities’: NZR on offshore benefits for Chiefs' coach
The Chiefs' head coach will head to Ireland on a three-year deal in July.
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The McKenzie motif: Why the Chiefs are playing ABs first-five at fullback again
McKenzie scored 20 of the Chiefs' 25 points in their round-one win over the Blues.