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"They can come back from anything": Wellington Phoenix chase first A-League title
Saturday, 16 May 2026, 3:48pmIt’s the biggest day in the Wellington Phoenix’s history as the women’s team readies themselves for the A-League grand final. They’ve...
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"Elephant in the room": Josh Jacomb addresses Chiefs' finals woes as playoffs approach
Saturday, 16 May 2026, 3:40pmThe Chiefs are relishing in their victory against the Highlanders in last nights clash, ticking up vital points as the Super...
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"Tremendous thrill": Tactix take home major award at 2026 Canterbury Sports Awards
Saturday, 16 May 2026, 3:29pmThe Tactix took home a gold at the 2026 Canterbury Sports Awards. They beat out the Crusaders to win the High Performance...
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Swarm set to kick of NZ Ice Hockey League with Thunder double header
Saturday, 16 May 2026, 3:17pmThe New Zealand Ice Hockey League is officially under way. It kicked off last weekend, but today will see the Botany Swarm...
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"This is what I'm paid to do": Sam Cosgrove reflects on Auckland FC's semifinal win
Saturday, 16 May 2026, 3:10pmAuckland FC has used its underdog tag as motivation to pound Adelaide United 3-nil and make the A-League grand final. The...
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"Such a shame": Canterbury golf course set to be carved up for housing
Saturday, 16 May 2026, 2:59pmGolfers in Canterbury are set to lose a key location, with the Pegasus golf course, north of Christchurch, expected to be...
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"Tidy up a few areas": Blues seek to bounce back in Hurricanes clash
Saturday, 16 May 2026, 2:54pmLast week saw the Blues fall flat in their battle with the Crusaders at One NZ Stadium. The home team claimed a comfortable...
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"A happy festival": What makes NRL's Magic Round so 'magical'?
Saturday, 16 May 2026, 2:45pmBrisbane has been inundated with footy-kit wearing fans this weekend. Magic Round has flooded the city with dedicated fans...
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"I'm a little surprised": NRL legend grapples with Metcalf's split from the Warriors
Saturday, 16 May 2026, 2:26pmIt’s one of the biggest weekends on the rugby league calendar, with hordes of NRL fans swarming Brisbane for Magic Round....
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Kevin Milne: Why "doing the edges" doesn't make sense
Saturday, 16 May 2026, 1:46pmWhat does the phrase “doing the edges” mean to you? Most people would think either of assembling the outside of a jigsaw...
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"Party at a wake": Fat Freddy's Drop gives 'sensational' performance to kick off anniversary tour
Saturday, 16 May 2026, 1:42pmIt’s the 21st anniversary of the debut album from iconic Kiwi band Fat Freddy’s Drop, ‘Based On A True Story’. And to mark...
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"Perceptive": 'The Things We Never Say' takes a thought-provoking look at life
Saturday, 16 May 2026, 12:50pmThe Things We Never Say by Elizabeth Stroud Artie Dam is a man with a secret. He spends his days teaching history to high...
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Mike Yardley: Some indulgent dips in Queenstown
Saturday, 16 May 2026, 12:34pm"'Slow down and soak up the truly remarkable surroundings'. That simple tourist maxim has taken on new meaning in Queenstown,...
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'I absolutely love it': Cory Jane on Hurricanes coaching milestone
Saturday, 16 May 2026, 12:25pmA milestone at the Hurricanes in Saturday's Super Rugby derby against the Blues in Auckland. Cory Jane becomes the first...
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Yellow Fever confident of drowning out Melbourne fans in A-League final
Saturday, 16 May 2026, 12:22pmDozens of members of the Welington Phoenix fan group, Yellow Fever, have flown to Melbourne to support the team in the club's...
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'We're now here to win': Foundation Phoenix captain on five-year journey to A-League final
Saturday, 16 May 2026, 12:20pmThe Wellington Phoenix women's side is one win away from securing the club's first silverware. They meet Melbourne City...
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Saturday Morning with Jack Tame Full Show Podcast: 16 May 2026
Saturday, 16 May 2026, 12:12pmOn the Saturday Morning with Jack Tame Full Show Podcast for Saturday 16 May 2026, British spy author Mick Herron joins Jack...
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Ed McKnight: Breaking down investment ads that seem too good to be true
Saturday, 16 May 2026, 11:49amThe ads we see on social media promise us a great many things, but how many of them are as good as they seem? Ed McKnight...
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'Throttled the opposition': Auckland FC secures grand final spot in second A-League season
Saturday, 16 May 2026, 11:14amAuckland FC have reached the grand final in their second A-League season. The Black Knights picked a great time to record...
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"Such an enjoyable watch": NZ's most lethal small town returns in brand new season
Saturday, 16 May 2026, 10:56amThe Brokenwood Mysteries The detectives of Brokenwood continue to grapple with the small town’s ever-growing murder rate....
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"Our boys are up for it": Warriors face physical challenge in Broncos clash
Saturday, 16 May 2026, 10:45amAfter a week off to rest, the Warriors are back in action tomorrow. They’re facing off against the Brisbane Broncos in their...
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Stars 'knuckle down on the basics' heading into Northern Derby
Saturday, 16 May 2026, 10:35amThe Northern Stars are looking to turn things around after a narrow loss to the Tactix last week. They’re set for the Northern...
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"Chilling": 'Obsession' offers a fresh take on a familiar premise
Saturday, 16 May 2026, 10:29amObsession After breaking the mysterious "One Wish Willow" to win his crush's heart, a hopeless romantic gets exactly what...
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Phoenix women aim to 'nullify' Melbourne City's set piece opportunities in potential history-maker
Saturday, 16 May 2026, 9:39amBelief is high in the Wellington Phoenix women's camp as they chase A-League football history in Melbourne tomorrow. They...
