Olympics Hareb on the cusp of a dream ride to Tokyo 2020 Paige Hareb’s childhood dream of being an Olympian wasn’t unique. Her path to finally achieving it, however, could be. Dec 12 2018 Jim Kayes
LockerRoom The ring-in world adventure champion Fleur Pawsey is now a world champion of adventure racing. She talks to Jim Kayes. Dec 04 2018 Jim Kayes
LockerRoom The world champion of chess with bodies Just three years after taking up jiu-jitsu, Rebecca Annan has become a three-time world champion in a sport vying for inclusion at the 2024 Olympics. Nov 21 2018 Jim Kayes
LockerRoom Surfing’s quiet young pioneer In her parents’ basement in Orewa, Lou Aitken is riding the quest of a wave, as one of a rare breed of women who create surfboards. Nov 15 2018 Jim Kayes
LockerRoom Paddler hellbent on protecting her house Once hopeless with a paddle, world silver medallist Kayla Imrie is now chasing Olympic gold in the K4 kayak. Oct 16 2018 Jim Kayes
LockerRoom History-maker Mahoney adds to Ferns’ legacy with whistle She may be “just a typical farming girl”, but former Black Fern Rebecca Mahoney has just made rugby history. Sep 21 2018 Jim Kayes
LockerRoom Castle’s tough bid to win Australian hearts The first woman, and first Kiwi, to run Rugby Australia, Raelene Castle has had a challenging eight months in the job, trying to rebuild the sport to its glory days across the ditch. Aug 21 2018 Jim Kayes
LockerRoom Fi’s back on the beat for the Black Ferns Black Ferns legend Fiao’o Faamausili insists her return to rugby is just temporary. Jul 16 2018 Jim Kayes
LockerRoom Top cop clocking up the miles for dream Police inspector Mel Aitken has run for NZ over many distances, but still dreams of wearing the silver fern in a marathon. Jul 02 2018 Jim Kayes
LockerRoom Dr Deb takes her talents to World Rugby The former All Blacks doctor has been recruited by World Rugby to serve on its governing council. Jun 04 2018 Jim Kayes
LockerRoom Surfer Ella searching for her big break Kiwi surfer Ella Williams aims high and wants to be at the Olympics in Tokyo in two years. May 14 2018 Jim Kayes
LockerRoom ‘Water baby’ McDowall forging her own path Tall and strong for her age, confident in her abilities, Morgan McDowall is on track to be one of the best. Apr 06 2018 Jim Kayes
LockerRoom From roiling surf to football turf Danielle McKenzie was terrified. Standing on the grass verge on Gisborne’s Midway Beach, she looked out at the thunderous surf pounding the shore. Mar 27 2018 Jim Kayes
Best of the Week The evolution of Steve Hansen Steve Hansen is a better man to deal with now he is head All Blacks coach. Jul 11 2017 Jim Kayes
Comment No magic in All Blacks’ Eden Park record There is nothing uniquely special about Eden Park despite the fact the All Blacks haven’t lost there since 1994. Jul 06 2017 Jim Kayes
Rugby Captain Read’s biggest test is upon him The Lions tour decider may be the defining match in Kieran Read’s tenure as All Blacks captain. Jul 05 2017 Jim Kayes
Rugby Greatness beckons Rieko Ioane Rieko Ioane expresses himself on the field - where he does his best talking. Jun 29 2017 Jim Kayes
Comment All Blacks accused of trying to hurt Lions’ star halfback ‘The charge down seems simple, but Lions coach Warren Gatland reckons the All Blacks do it illegally.’ Jun 26 2017 Jim Kayes
Rugby Gatland’s legacy at stake Warren Gatland’s success overseas hasn’t clicked with local fans, but a Lions series victory would. Jun 23 2017 Jim Kayes
Rugby Ignore the warm-ups - it’s all about the tests Whether the Lions win, lose or draw against the Chiefs will have no bearing on what happens on Saturday. Jun 20 2017 Jim Kayes
