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Monday 15th August, 2016
New Zealand Cricket and the New Zealand Cricket Players Association have agreed that women's cricketers will be paid more.
A new three-year Memorandum of Understanding will see 15 of the country's best women cricketers offered annual retainers ranging in value from $20,000 to $34,000.
Previously, only the top 10 players received contracts worth more than $10,000.
The New Zealand Cricket Association says paying our best women's players more fits in well with the organisation's commitment towards inclusivity and diversity.
Monday 01st August, 2016
Despite a season-ending loss to the Lions at the weekend, the Highlanders are celebrating success, having 7 players selected in the latest All Blacks squad.
All Blacks head coach Steve Hansen named his side for the upcoming rugby championship, with the now expected contingent of Highlanders making the cut.
He says he and his fellow selectors are very happy with the squad and combinations they had come up with.
Monday 01st August, 2016
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The Kia Toa Tigers have been crowned this year's Otago rugby league champions after defeating the East Coast Eagles.
The side won 32 to 18 at Forsyth Barr Stadium taking home the coveted William Johnston Cup.
And while there were a few stand-out players, the Tigers captain says it was very much a team effort.
Monday 25th July, 2016
All Blacks coach Steve Hansen will retain his position through to the next Rugby World Cup in 2019.
His previous contract was set to expire next year following the British and Irish Lions three test tour.
The 57 year old has been involved in the side's two back-to-back World Cup successes in the past eight years.
And he's lost just three of 57 All Blacks tests as head coach.
Monday 25th July, 2016
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After almost 20 years, Kaikorai is once again at the top of premier rugby.
The side defeated Dunedin 29 points to 22 in Saturday's final at Forsyth Barr Stadium.
And despite a slow start to the season, the winning captain couldn't be happier with how it's finished.
Thursday 21st July, 2016
More than 100 children are participating in a football school holiday programme at the Edgar Centre.
The importance of growing the sport at a grass-roots level is one of the main drivers behind the four day event.
And although the football season's winding down, there's no let-up in local interest.
Thursday 21st July, 2016
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Dozens of young golfers are braving some trying conditions, in the hope of securing a spot in an upcoming national tournament.
They're using the end of their school holidays to put in some time on the green for a junior tournament at St Clair.
And it's helping the fledgling athletes take their game to the next level.
Wednesday 20th July, 2016
Dunedin born rower Alistair Bond is the latest call-up for the New Zealand rowing team heading to Rio.
The 26 year old is the younger brother of Olympic gold medallist Hamish Bond, who is also part of the 36 strong team.
Hamish will compete in the men's coxless pairs, while Alistair will be in the lightweight men's coxless fours.
It's the first time a New Zealand lightweight four has qualified in the Olympic event.
The younger Bond has been rowing for more than 10 years, and says he would probably not have taken up the sport if it wasn't for his brother.
Tuesday 19th July, 2016
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Despite the chilly conditions, over a hundred locals got out and about for a fun-run at the Caledonian.
The event is part of the annual Cadbury Chocolate Carnival that kicked off at the weekend.
And it gave participants the chance to hit the track and burn off some chocolate.
Tuesday 19th July, 2016
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The Highlanders have had one last training session on home soil ahead of travelling to Canberra to face the Brumbies.
The side is coming off a win against the Chiefs last weekend, a result they want to recreate in Canberra.
But first they have recovery on their minds.