Tuesday, February 10, 2015

Dunedin residents will soon know which international football teams will play in the city for the FIFA U-20 World Cup.


Monday, February 9, 2015

Another donation is being made to the Otago Therapeutic Pool Trust, to keep the Dunedin physiotherapy pool open.

More than $1000 has been raised for the trust, by this year's annual Bethunes Gully Hill Climb car rally.

And organisers are happy with the success of their efforts to give back to the community.


Monday, February 9, 2015

It's been game, set and match for Otago's top young tennis players, involved in a regional tournament at the weekend.

About 50 juniors took to the courts at the Edgar Centre for the round-robin contest.

And while the competition was fierce, a decline in participant numbers has organisers worried for the sport's future.


Monday, February 2, 2015

More than $10,000 has been raised to help injured rugby players.

Hundreds turned out to the inaugural Spartans rugby tournament at Green Island in the weekend.

And even a few sporting legends were among them, eager to get in on the action.


Friday, January 30, 2015

Dozens of Otago's finest junior surfers are set to hit the Dunedin waves this weekend, for an annual contest.

And while stormy conditions often mean good ocean swell, weather may put a dampener on the competition.


Thursday, January 29, 2015

The end is in sight for a fundraising campaign to save Basketball Otago, and it's not looking good.

There's just two weeks left, in which tens of thousands of dollars has to be raised.

And that's prompted a plea from the group called ''Keep Basketball in Otago'', which is urging the public to help before it's too late.


Thursday, January 29, 2015

A major milestone is in sight for a local rugby player, gearing up for this year's Super Rugby season.

The Highlander and his fellow players are hard at work, ensuring they make the most of their remaining pre-season games.

And time is of the essence, with the international tournament just around the corner.


Wednesday, January 28, 2015

Otago Cricket is being asked to improve its plan for floodlights at the University Oval.

The proposed new infrastructure has been met with support from the Dunedin City Council as part of long term plan discussions.

But the multi-million dollar price tag is proving too substantial, and councillors want more information.


Monday, January 26, 2015

A Kiwi cyclist is traversing the entire country to raise money for Diabetes New Zealand.

The music teacher from Masterton has reached Dunedin, ahead of the last leg of his journey.

And he's got a strong message for every New Zealander.


Friday, January 23, 2015

The New Zealand team has chalked up its first loss in the World Under 20 Ice Hockey Championship in Dunedin.

Game 5 of the tournament saw New Zealand take on Mexico, who were desperate for a win after a crushing defeat against China.

After the second period, the teams were tied at two, making for an exciting third period.

The game went into overtime, with the Kiwis not easing up on Mexico, and the score remaining tied.

A penalty shoot-out decided the match, with Mexico coming out on top, 3 points to 2.

Earlier in the day China dominated the Turkish team, winning 6 to 1.

New Zealand's set to take on Turkey tomorrow, before facing top team China on the final day of the competition.


Thursday, January 22, 2015

There's no doubt New Zealanders love sport, but questions are being raised about the extent of national recognition for sporting achievements.

The staff of a Dunedin museum are calling for greater sports appreciation throughout the country.

And with Dunedin home to the New Zealand Sports Hall of Fame, the city's poised to play a crucial part.


Thursday, January 22, 2015

The Highlanders are back in training, ahead of their first game this season.


Thursday, January 22, 2015

The Black Caps are in town ahead of Dunedin's doubleheader one day internationals against Sri Lanka.

The boys are focused on victory, for an unbeatable series lead at the University Oval, after their four-wicket win in Nelson.

But one player is already out with injury, and with the world cup looming, the side can't afford anymore mishaps.


Thursday, January 22, 2015

Cricket was also the focus of a promotional lunchtime event in the Octagon.


Tuesday, January 20, 2015

It's a big year for sport in New Zealand, and Dunedin's set to benefit.

As the nation gears up to host the Cricket World Cup, organisers of another big tournament hope to capitalise on the hype.

And they've turned their attention to Dunedin, where parts of the crowded sports calendar will play out.