Black-Caps batsman Martin Guptill has enjoyed a prolific rise to New Zealand cricket stardom after his heroic top-order batting displays against some of the world’s best teams. … [Read more...]
Banksy gets Christchurch showing
October 2, 2013 By Leave a Comment
Christchurch is known as the Garden City for its spectacular gardens and stunning spring blooms that turn the city into a festival of flowers – but the resurgent city is soon to be splashed in colour for an entirely different reason when work from one of the most infamous and influential contemporary artists in … [Read more...]
Sail New Zealand in Luxury
October 2, 2013 By Leave a Comment
The luxury of a sailing holiday in New Zealand isn’t just about cruising idyllic waters or indulging in world-class wine and food – but a uniquely Kiwi, ‘money-can’t-buy’ experience. While New Zealand has a priceless natural asset in a landscape that has miles of dramatic coastline, secluded islands and perfect … [Read more...]
Oracle clinches the Americas Cup
October 2, 2013 By Leave a Comment
One of the most drawn out sporting finals in history has reached a dramatic conclusion. Oracle Team US has snatched victory from the jaws of defeat after successfully holding off the gallant challenge of Team New Zealand at the 34th America’s Cup. For Kiwis, this America’s Cup has been one of the most nerve-wracking in … [Read more...]
Argentinian wins Lydiard Marathon 2013
September 18, 2013 By Leave a Comment
Lydiard Legend Marathon, Shadbolt Park New Lynn – 14 September 2013 Running enthusiast Agustin Scafidi from Argentina made the most of his three week holiday in Auckland by winning the annual Lydiard marathon around the tough Waitakere Ranges course on Saturday. The 26 year old battled his way through the squally … [Read more...]
Baxter wins in Australia
September 5, 2013 By Leave a Comment
Australian Cross Country Championships, Symmons Plains Motor Raceway, Launceston Tasmania – 31 August 2013 Matthew Baxter competing with the Auckland Centre Team produced a standout performance at the Australian Cross Country Championships in Launceston at the weekend by winning the Australian under 20 championships. … [Read more...]
The Robertson Twins in Moscow
August 22, 2013 By Leave a Comment
The Robertson twins Jake and Zane contested the heats of the 5000m. Zane was well placed in second or third position on the pole line for most of his heat, moving back when the pace went on with two laps remaining. He finished in ninth place in 13m 27.89s and hoped the second heat would be [...]The Robertson Twins in … [Read more...]
Adams makes World Champs history
August 19, 2013 By Leave a Comment
14TH IAAF World Athletic Championships, Moscow – 10/18 August 2013 12 August: Valerie Adams became the first woman athlete to win four world titles with an emphatic display of shot putting at the 2013 World Championships. … [Read more...]
Kiwis in Moscow Day 1 and 2
August 14, 2013 By
14TH IAAF World Athletic Championships, Moscow – 10/18 August 2013 Brent Newdick placed 23rd in the Decathlon with a total of 7744 points 11 August: It was a job quickly done for Valerie Adams in qualifying for the final of the women’s shot put. In the first attempt Adams effortlessly sent the 4kg ball of [...]Kiwis in … [Read more...]
Adams continues unbeaten
July 31, 2013 By Leave a Comment
IAAF Diamond League, Sainsbury’s Anniversary Games, QE Olympic Park – 26/27 July 2013 Valerie Adams continued her amazing streak of unbeaten competitions with a completely dominant win at the London Diamond League shot put. Adams best throw of 20.90m is the best in the world this year and 20 centimetres better than her … [Read more...]
