Tony Veitch: New Zealand's most divisive sportsmen
9 years ago by New Zealand HeraldWhen it comes to sporting debate, this week we've seen it all - the good, bad and downright ignorant and disgusting.If there was ever any doubt over the standing of Sonny Bill Williams as New Zealand's...
Rugby: Nehe Milner-Skudder racing clock to face British & Irish Lions
9 years ago by New Zealand HeraldHurricanes flyer Nehe Milner-Skudder looms as an unlikely starter for the impending All Blacks series against the British & Irish Lions, as he struggles to recover from yet another untimely injury.Named...
Provincial Barbarians squad named for opening match of NZ Lions Series
9 years ago by Provincial BarbariansProvincial Barbarians Coach Clayton McMillan has today named the core of the squad for the series opener, which features a mix of players from 15 different provinces. "It was important to us in...
Rugby: Lima Sopoaga says sorry for 'homophobic' Instagram comment
9 years ago by New Zealand HeraldAll Blacks first-five Lima Sopoaga has apologised for a homophobic comment made through social media. After Highlanders and national team-mate Malakai Fekitoa posted a photo of himself being kissed by...
Highlanders put Rebels to the sword
9 years ago by Cape Argus - StormersThe Otago Highlanders cruised to a bonus point win over the Melbourne Rebels on Friday, heaping further pressure on the beleaguered Australian franchise.
Former All Black Tony Woodcock convicted and sentenced for drink driving
9 years ago by New Zealand HeraldRetired All Black Tony Woodcock was caught behind the wheel while over the limit after "helping a mate kill some sheep". The 36-year-old was convicted and sentenced for drink driving earlier this month. ...
Highlanders hooker Liam Coltman re-signs for two more years
9 years ago by Highlanders RugbyHighlanders hooker Liam Coltman will remain in New Zealand until at least the end of 2019. The 27-year-old has re-signed with New Zealand Rugby and the Highlanders for two more...
Smarter spending would mean a better chance of success
9 years ago by Irish IndependentAs I passed through the turnstiles of Eden Park to watch Auckland Blues play Otago Highlanders, I was reminded of home. While the accents around me were different and the weather somewhat milder, the passion...
Highlanders change three for Brumbies
9 years ago by Super RugbyHighlanders head coach Tony Brown has named a Super rugby team with three changes for this Saturday’s match against the Brumbies in Canberra. Brown has been able to bring back Patrick Osborne from...
Weekly Round Up
9 years ago by Ultimate RugbyGraham Rowntree to join Lions tour staff Former England coach Graham Rowntree is set to join the British and Irish Lions staff for the tour of New Zealand. The 45-year-old former prop...
