Rugby
New Taranaki faces in NZ sevens
Taranaki's Kylem O'Donnell and Waisake Naholo have landed sevens contracts with the New Zealand team.
Young star has plenty of time to realise potential
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Beauden Barrett, The Taranaki Daily News Person of the Year
Visitors praise Taranaki
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The Rugby World Cup was a major economic success for Taranaki.
Shield off to the country
Taranaki's first Ranfurly Shield challenge in 2012 will be played in Inglewood against King Country.
Marshall signs with Naki
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Tasman utility back James Marshall will be joining Taranaki on a two-year deal.
Lachlan learns the ropes
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Lachlan Boshier had his eyes opened to the demands of top level rugby.
Flanker tackles Aussies
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It's fair to say not everything has gone to plan on the field for Mitchell Brown in 2011.
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Tonga's kicker sizes up Carter
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Former Taranaki first five-eighth Kurt Morath will have Dan Carter firmly in his sights when the Rugby World Cup kicks off in Auckland tonight.
Canada set to tackle big names
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Canadian coach Kieran Crowley knows his side is in for a difficult time at this year's Rugby World Cup tournament.
Eagle in familiar territory
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Former Taranaki midfielder Andrew Suniula is now playing for the Eagles.
Challengers kept at bay
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The Shield is in good hands for the summer after Taranaki beat Hawke's Bay 29-11.
Mud, mauling and mana
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Tribal rugby is looking to make a comeback in Taranaki. Helen Harvey reports.
Taranaki team named
Taranaki rugby coach Colin Cooper has made just one change to the starting side for tomorrow's Ranfurly Shield match against Hawke's Bay.
Cooper demands side play smarter
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Biggest challenges in NZ domestic rugby have arrived
No offers for Jason Eaton
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Former All Blacks lock Jason Eaton has dispelled rumours he is heading for the Crusaders after confirming he has had no offers from any New Zealand Super rugby franchise.
Taylor scare blights win
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The ice baths have never felt so good for an exhausted Taranaki side that went to the top of the national championship table last night after a combative 26-23 win over Tasman.
Taranaki a test for Hoeata
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All Blacks lock Jarrad Hoeata had a bit of extra study to contemplate after returning home yesterday.
Wing ready for hostility
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Andre Taylor has no concerns about heading back to Palmerston North tomorrow.
Volley of shots heard from alleged camps
Girl accused of lying in sex trial
$4m property given back to Maori
Feisty nature helps woman recover
Man arrested for exposing himself
New 'pot' sneaks on to shelves
Volley of shots heard from alleged camps
Man arrested for exposing himself
Girl accused of lying in sex trial
New 'pot' sneaks on to shelves
New 'pot' sneaks on to shelves
Size of stadium complex set to double
$4m property given back to Maori
All Blacks v Ireland: Who's going to win?