Traditionally, the New Zealand Sevens competition jersey ceremony would take place at Pipitea Marae in Wellington. However, the relocation of the competition to Hamilton has seen local whānau invited to take part in the team ritual for the first time.
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Wairere men's, Bulletz women's touch champions
A repeat from last year’s men’s final as Wairere win their third title at the Whakatāne Touch Tournament against arch-rivals Playin Up. While Bulletz nail-biting win against Playin Up by one point was another highlight in the women’s final.
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Challenging times in Māori golf
Dame Iritana Tawhiwhirangi, a life member from the National Māori Golf Championships, says their association is currently working to grow the sport and participation at their annual event by bringing in the likes of Michael Campbell, who will be inducted into their Hall of Fame tonight.
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Keeping the whānau golf legacy alive
Kahu Tataurangi, who is the son of NZ golf champion Phil Tataurangi, is following in his father's footsteps. The 18-year-old is making his third appearance at the Māori Golf tournament in Taupō.
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Campbell inducted into Māori Golf Hall of Fame
Michael Campbell will be inducted into the Māori Golf Association's Hall of Fame. The Ngāti Ruanui, Ngā Rauru descendant is best known for winning the richest prize in golf. He attended the 82nd anniversary of the Māori Golf Tournament in Taupō to educate rangatahi Māori about playing professionally.
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The East Coast cowboys in full flight at Kaiaua
Age is no barrier for 83-year-old Dinah Atkins, competing in multiple races at the Tolaga Bay Beach Races now in its 50th year.
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NZ no. 1, Peres, wants WBO title
Brazilian native and newly dubbed New Zealand citizen, Geovana Peres, will be facing off against Taitokerau descendant Te Arani 'Lani' Daniels for a shot at the World Boxing Organisation Light Heavyweight orld title. Ruth Smith caught up with her as she prepares for her big fight.
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Daniels-Peres rematch for World Boxing Title
The female equivalent to the world title Joseph Parker won in 2016 will be played out in March of 2019. Te Arani 'Lani' Daniels will go head to head with Geovana Peres for a shot at the World Boxing Organisation light heavyweight championship belt.
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Bases loaded at the Goodwill Series
A team of young American Baseball players travelling under the umbrella of the Goodwill Series is being hosted by Baseball New Zealand, in the second four-day series to be held here on New Zealand soil. While the pitch was a little damp, spirits were still high.
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Training with intent
Gaibreill Wainohu from Horouta Waka Hoe Waka Ama Club in Gisborne has been nominated for the emerging talent award at the upcoming Halberg Awards.
