Sport & Motorsport

A Waikaia man has been recognised for more than 30 years of service to Southland rugby with Rugby Southland's highest honour. Malcolm McKee has been awarded Life Membership by Rugby Southland, joining an exclusive group of just four people to hold the distinction. McKee's rugby journey

Diamonds Day is always the glittering conclusion to many of the south's major harness race series and the glitter extends to the ladies on course as once again this year, courtesy of Coats & Schuck Jewellers and the Invercargill Harness Racing Club, one lady will leave Ascot Park

Rugby Southland has delivered a stunning financial turnaround, posting a $110,000 surplus after forecasting a $140,000 deficit at the start of 2025. The union shared the results at its 139th Annual General Meeting last night, with CEO Hua Tamariki highlighting the achievement as one of the year'

Kiwi track cyclists earned solid ranking points without stepping on the podium on day two of the UCI World Cup in Hong Kong. The experienced Tom Sexton finished fifth in the men’s four-event omnium. The Southland rider placed ninth in the opening scratch race, 12th in the tempo race,

The Southern Steel bounced back from last week's disappointing loss with a commanding 69-60 victory over the Stars at ILT Stadium Southland on Saturday night. After losing their opening round match by 13 goals, the Steel delivered a complete performance that delighted the home crowd and showed they&

The Southern Steel are determined to bounce back from their disappointing season opener when they return home to ILT Stadium Southland on Saturday. The Invercargill-based team suffered a crushing 13-goal defeat to the Mainland Tactix in the first round of the ANZ Premiership, but head coach Wendy Frew believes her

The Southland Sharks have secured one of their biggest signings for the 2026 season, with American guard Keylan Boone returning to Invercargill after a standout debut year. Boone, from Tulsa, Oklahoma, made an immediate impact in his first season with the Sharks, becoming the team's top scorer and

After years of planning and fundraising, a major milestone for Southland football has arrived, with the brand-new turf at Turnbull Thompson Park set to host its first match this weekend. The long-anticipated development signals a new era for the sport in the region, offering improved playing conditions and greater opportunities