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Elliott Smith: McMillan's record adds pressure to Chiefs' big game
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Elliott Smith: McMillan's record adds pressure to Chiefs' big game

19 Jun 06:01 PM
Watch: 'Hand of God' controversy in schoolboy rugby scrum
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Watch: 'Hand of God' controversy in schoolboy rugby scrum

19 Jun 04:29 AM

Crestfallen Hastings Boys' players were 'pretty emotional' about the incident, says coach.

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Opinion: How Crusaders and Chiefs unearthed great talent from other regions
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Opinion: How Crusaders and Chiefs unearthed great talent from other regions

18 Jun 06:01 PM

Both clubs blend local talent with key recruits for long-term success.

Silence of the fans:  Chiefs supporters told to leave cowbells at home
Sport

Silence of the fans: Chiefs supporters told to leave cowbells at home

17 Jun 11:41 PM

Crusaders boss says cowbells will be melted down at the gate.

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Why Rotorua's First XV victory over Hamilton is one for the ages
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Why Rotorua's First XV victory over Hamilton is one for the ages

16 Jun 05:01 AM

King's College celebrated a 23-17 victory over Auckland Grammar, securing the Cooper-Greenbank Cup.

Adams signs $65m NBA deal
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Adams signs $65m NBA deal

14 Jun 07:09 PM

Steven Adams is staying with the Houston Rockets on a three-year deal.

Chiefs beat Brumbies to book spot in Super Rugby Pacific final
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Chiefs beat Brumbies to book spot in Super Rugby Pacific final

14 Jun 09:03 AM

The Chiefs will head to Christchurch to meet the Crusaders next weekend.

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Te Puke take hard-fought win, Rotoiti claim Tai Mitchell Shield

09 Jun 11:07 PM
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'World-class': Tributes flow for All Blacks captain Stu Wilson

09 Jun 12:57 AM
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'Biggest yet': Aims Games participation soars
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'Biggest yet': Aims Games participation soars

08 Jun 09:03 AM

The national intermediate-aged event brings 'huge economic benefits' to Tauranga.

'Maybe they could do the same': Chiefs hopeful of Blues favour
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'Maybe they could do the same': Chiefs hopeful of Blues favour

08 Jun 06:00 AM

The road to the title runs through Christchurch after the Chiefs lost to the Blues.

'It was different': Dame Lisa Carrington on end of remarkable 16-year streak
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'It was different': Dame Lisa Carrington on end of remarkable 16-year streak

07 Jun 10:00 PM

The kayaking great says her break is an 'opportunity to try something different'

'They just want to play': Kids miss out as sports field vandalism issue grows
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'They just want to play': Kids miss out as sports field vandalism issue grows

05 Jun 06:32 PM

A retired cop aims to track down those responsible for damage to his club's grounds.

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Gregor Paul: Why the Chiefs have looked a class above
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Gregor Paul: Why the Chiefs have looked a class above

03 Jun 06:01 PM

OPINION: The Chiefs have shown determination after losing the last two Super finals.

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'I didn't give up on myself': BMX Olympian receives 'special' honour

01 Jun 07:00 PM
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Home-schooled athletes denied medals to cycle 800km seeking rule change

31 May 06:00 PM
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Chiefs secure top seed with win over Highlanders
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Chiefs secure top seed with win over Highlanders

30 May 09:18 AM

The Chiefs finish at the top of the table while the Highlanders finish at the bottom.

'Culture of belief': How underdogs became national champions
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'Culture of belief': How underdogs became national champions

30 May 01:36 AM

Young league players set for massive Rotorua event this weekend.

'Good movers': Former Silver Fern driven to cut injury risks as ACC claims rise
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'Good movers': Former Silver Fern driven to cut injury risks as ACC claims rise

24 May 06:00 PM

Winter sports-related injury claims have consistently gone up over the past five years.

Carter, Ratima score hat-tricks in Chiefs' 78-point win
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Carter, Ratima score hat-tricks in Chiefs' 78-point win

24 May 08:50 AM

It was an impressive showing as the Chiefs ran in 13 tries to one.

Supercars locked in at Taupō, set for South Island debut
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Supercars locked in at Taupō, set for South Island debut

22 May 07:18 PM

Ruapuna will undergo upgrades, including track resurfacing and new facilities.

How a Rotorua gym is gearing up for the world jiu-jitsu championships
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How a Rotorua gym is gearing up for the world jiu-jitsu championships

19 May 10:03 PM

They need to raise $63,000 for flights and accommodation for the team.

Key All Black re-signs with Chiefs, NZ Rugby until 2027
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Key All Black re-signs with Chiefs, NZ Rugby until 2027

19 May 07:00 PM

He was named World Rugby Breakthrough Player of the Year last November.

Nigella Lane outruns Dark Destroyer for 'deserved' Rotorua win
Sport

Nigella Lane outruns Dark Destroyer for 'deserved' Rotorua win

10 May 05:00 PM

'I knew that she wouldn’t take a backward step if it got down to a dogfight.'

Tomodachi delivers milestone win for Andrew Scott in Rotorua mud
Sport

Tomodachi delivers milestone win for Andrew Scott in Rotorua mud

10 May 05:48 AM

Matamata trainer one of the few to reach 1000 career wins in New Zealand.

Downpours put Rotorua race meeting under threat
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Downpours put Rotorua race meeting under threat

09 May 05:00 PM

Early morning inspection will determine whether racing goes ahead today after heavy rains.

Punters should be on weather watch ahead of Rotorua feature
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Punters should be on weather watch ahead of Rotorua feature

08 May 05:00 PM

It is that time of the year when the weather forecast becomes as important as race form.

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On The Up: 11yo Taradale runner may have broken 5km world record
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On The Up: 11yo Taradale runner may have broken 5km world record

06 May 11:58 PM

Jack Coombe would have been happy to beat his PB, before his time sent everyone googling.

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Ranking every Super Rugby final from worst to best
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Ranking every Super Rugby final from worst to best

20 Jun 02:00 AM

Where will Saturday's final eventually rank amongst the annals?

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Exclusive: Claims NZR tried to discourage Ardie Savea joining Moana Pasifika
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Exclusive: Claims NZR tried to discourage Ardie Savea joining Moana Pasifika

20 Jun 12:01 AM

Investigation reveals financial hurdles and resistance the star overcame to lead Moana.

From the catwalk to the Paralympics: The remarkable journey of Michael Whittaker
Paralympics

From the catwalk to the Paralympics: The remarkable journey of Michael Whittaker

19 Jun 11:00 PM

For Michael Whittaker, there's more to life than being really, ridiculously good looking.

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Editorial: Why Liam Lawson's F1 career is at a crossroads after Canada
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Editorial: Why Liam Lawson's F1 career is at a crossroads after Canada

20 Jun 06:01 PM

OPINION: He qualified 19th and failed to finish, continuing a pattern of poor results.

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Liam Napier: Where the Chiefs could edge the Crusaders in Super Rugby final
Opinion

Liam Napier: Where the Chiefs could edge the Crusaders in Super Rugby final

20 Jun 06:00 PM

OPINION: Breaking down just where the decider can be won.

NRL: Penrith coach Ivan Cleary on Andrew Webster, Warriors regrets and building a team first culture
Sport

NRL: Penrith coach Ivan Cleary on Andrew Webster, Warriors regrets and building a team first culture

20 Jun 05:00 PM

Facing the Warriors is always poignant for Ivan Cleary, given his long background here.

Fifa Club World Cup: Auckland City FC v Benfica
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Fifa Club World Cup: Auckland City FC v Benfica

20 Jun 04:00 PM

Live updates of the Fifa Club World Cup pool match between Auckland City FC and Benfica.

Burling confirms move to Team NZ rival
America's Cup

Burling confirms move to Team NZ rival

20 Jun 06:35 AM

The move comes after Burling and Team New Zealand parted ways earlier this year.

Ex-NRL player says family threatened after 'dog shot' on Warriors fullback
Warriors

Ex-NRL player says family threatened after 'dog shot' on Warriors fullback

20 Jun 04:58 AM

The former Manly Sea Eagles centre has copped a five-game suspension after the hit.

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Ranking every Super Rugby final from worst to best
Super Rugby

Ranking every Super Rugby final from worst to best

20 Jun 02:00 AM

Where will Saturday's final eventually rank amongst the annals?

Premium
Exclusive: Claims NZR tried to discourage Ardie Savea joining Moana Pasifika
All Blacks

Exclusive: Claims NZR tried to discourage Ardie Savea joining Moana Pasifika

20 Jun 12:01 AM

Investigation reveals financial hurdles and resistance the star overcame to lead Moana.

From the catwalk to the Paralympics: The remarkable journey of Michael Whittaker
Paralympics

From the catwalk to the Paralympics: The remarkable journey of Michael Whittaker

19 Jun 11:00 PM

For Michael Whittaker, there's more to life than being really, ridiculously good looking.

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Editorial: Why Liam Lawson's F1 career is at a crossroads after Canada
Editorial

Editorial: Why Liam Lawson's F1 career is at a crossroads after Canada

20 Jun 06:01 PM

OPINION: He qualified 19th and failed to finish, continuing a pattern of poor results.

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Liam Napier: Where the Chiefs could edge the Crusaders in Super Rugby final
Opinion

Liam Napier: Where the Chiefs could edge the Crusaders in Super Rugby final

20 Jun 06:00 PM

OPINION: Breaking down just where the decider can be won.

NRL: Penrith coach Ivan Cleary on Andrew Webster, Warriors regrets and building a team first culture
Sport

NRL: Penrith coach Ivan Cleary on Andrew Webster, Warriors regrets and building a team first culture

20 Jun 05:00 PM

Facing the Warriors is always poignant for Ivan Cleary, given his long background here.

Fifa Club World Cup: Auckland City FC v Benfica
live
Football

Fifa Club World Cup: Auckland City FC v Benfica

20 Jun 04:00 PM

Live updates of the Fifa Club World Cup pool match between Auckland City FC and Benfica.

Burling confirms move to Team NZ rival
America's Cup

Burling confirms move to Team NZ rival

20 Jun 06:35 AM

The move comes after Burling and Team New Zealand parted ways earlier this year.

Ex-NRL player says family threatened after 'dog shot' on Warriors fullback
Warriors

Ex-NRL player says family threatened after 'dog shot' on Warriors fullback

20 Jun 04:58 AM

The former Manly Sea Eagles centre has copped a five-game suspension after the hit.

Premium
Ranking every Super Rugby final from worst to best
Super Rugby

Ranking every Super Rugby final from worst to best

20 Jun 02:00 AM

Where will Saturday's final eventually rank amongst the annals?

Premium
Exclusive: Claims NZR tried to discourage Ardie Savea joining Moana Pasifika
All Blacks

Exclusive: Claims NZR tried to discourage Ardie Savea joining Moana Pasifika

20 Jun 12:01 AM

Investigation reveals financial hurdles and resistance the star overcame to lead Moana.

From the catwalk to the Paralympics: The remarkable journey of Michael Whittaker
Paralympics

From the catwalk to the Paralympics: The remarkable journey of Michael Whittaker

19 Jun 11:00 PM

For Michael Whittaker, there's more to life than being really, ridiculously good looking.

'Best decision': Teacher credits group for marathon success
Rotorua Daily Post

'Best decision': Teacher credits group for marathon success

05 May 05:00 PM

Matthew Liley completed the Rotorua Marathon in five hours and 50 minutes.

Watch: 'Oh f*** off' - Steven Adams' cheeky jab at Oz reporter caught on mic during presser
Rotorua Daily Post

Watch: 'Oh f*** off' - Steven Adams' cheeky jab at Oz reporter caught on mic during presser

04 May 02:41 AM

'He's Australian, I had to,' the NBA star said.

'Transformative moment': Dame Lisa Carrington backs women's basketball
Rotorua Daily Post

'Transformative moment': Dame Lisa Carrington backs women's basketball

03 May 06:00 PM

Her involvement highlights increasing momentum for women's sports in NZ.

7000 tackle Rotorua Marathon
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7000 tackle Rotorua Marathon

03 May 05:00 AM

The year’s event had a new finish line in the heart of Rotorua.

'Electric atmosphere': New finish line for Rotorua Marathon
Rotorua Daily Post

'Electric atmosphere': New finish line for Rotorua Marathon

01 May 05:00 AM

Several event including return of Marae to Marae relay.

Rotorua to host 'epic' rugby test match in September
Rotorua Daily Post

Rotorua to host 'epic' rugby test match in September

30 Apr 06:00 PM

Rotorua is Samoa's 'home ground away from home'.

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