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Merrick gambles on Italiano
Ernie Merrick has only seen Lewis Italiano play once, yet the Phoenix coach is confident that signing the young goalkeeper is no punt.
'Nix back training
Merrick mantra on show
Import option pursued
Wild weather threatens Canes clash
Hurricanes coach Mark Hammet is hoping the weather bomb about to hit the country won't hinder Friday's super rugby friendly against the Crusaders.
Lions always bring excitement
OPINION:
The excitement and the expectations around a British and Irish Lions tour are alive and well as we head into this weekend's first test in Brisbane.
Crowe starting new chapter
There have been some dark days lately for Martin Crowe, but today couldn't be better.
Black Caps come under scrutiny
Mike Hesson is willing to cut Luke Ronchi some slack and says his best batting spot remains at the top of the order in one-day cricket.
Funding for elite costs grassroots sports
If you're one of those people who get up bleary-eyed to take your children to their 8am Saturday football match through wet, muddy, and sometimes chilly winters, you know what being a sport volunteer is all about.
Bad scrums not the ref's fault
Wayne Barnes is not held in the highest esteem by most New Zealand rugby fans but he can hardly be blamed for the AB vs. France scrummaging shambles.
ABs have plenty to improve on
ICC delivers no-ball
Phoenix back on field for training
The Wellington Phoenix had a new coach, but not enough players to field a football team as the Ernie Merrick era opened at Newtown Park today.
Lochhead's All Whites spot safe
Ricki Herbert said Tony Lochhead's immediate international future is assured, despite the left back being released by the Phoenix.
Lochhead takes axing in stride
Phoenix release Tony Lochhead
Merrick mantra on show
Ernie Merrick started work with his first training session yesterday and a small group of players were on their best behaviour.
Club rugby draws, fixtures
Full draws in the Jubilee, Hardham, Ed Chaney cups, Victoria Tavern Trophy, HD Morgan Memorial, and fixtures.
Wairarapa advance
Napier City Rovers and Tawa were both sent packing in a controversial and rain-soaked third round of the Chatham Cup.
Wellington overcome Wests
Rugby ground a 'mud bath'
Jubilee Cup rugby, June 15
Match reports on round two of the Jubilee Cup, June 15. • Hardham Cup: Wellington v Wests
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Sprinting to a win
In the toughest race of her life, Kapiti College's Kayla Walker sprinted from behind to the national secondary schools year nine cross country race.
St Pat's rule College
St Pat's Silverstream beat Wellington College 25-11 to regain the Ken Gray Memorial Trophy.
Champs in form as big games loom
Blackwell in boots and all
Beck keen to show she's fit for Ferns
At 17, Hutt Valley High School pupil Stella Beck is the youngest player to make the New Zealand Tall Ferns basketball squad.
Pair admit guilt in Otaki dog attack
Shalimar dairy owner to open tavern
Rape accused had offended before
Hearing for mum charged with baby death
Mother guilty of broken leg neglect
Is Wellington transport on the right track?
Parental leave for surrogacy decision overturned
Prison postcard costs tutor job
Stabbing lifts tension with rival gangs
Neil still gives despite living death sentence
Mayor's transport dream runs off rails
Resident takes on NZ Post over mailbox
Johnsonville trains cancelled after slip
Prison postcard costs tutor job
Final Game of Thrones loses plot
Pilots urge runway safety zone extensions
The joys and sorrow of uncledom
Pottery a metaphor for your head
Italiano comes to 'Nix highly recommended
Snapper rolled out for all parking meters
Mayor's transport dream runs off rails
Neil still gives despite living death sentence
Which of the three options for Wellington's public transport spine would you prefer?
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