Sport & Motorsport

Two of Southland’s most recognised names are joining forces, with Alliance Group announcing a new partnership with the Southland Stags rugby team. The agreement brings together a leading red meat co-operative and one of the province’s most celebrated sporting sides, strengthening ties between business and rugby in the

There are always interesting stories to be found at the Ascot Park Hotel Classic SpeedFest at Teretonga Park in Invercargill, and one name that shone like a beacon from the entry list this year was Grant Walker of Melbourne, entered in both the Formula Junior and Formula Libre categories. It

Close finishes were prevalent throughout two days of motor racing action at the Ascot Park Hotel Classic SpeedFest at Teretonga Park over the weekend. Saturday’s races were held in dry conditions while there was some rain on Sunday morning before track conditions dried again. As well as two days

The Trackside commentator internship programme continues to pay dividends for racing’s future, with Dan Fogarty stepping into a full-time role as the commentator for the Southern region. Fogarty (23) called the Southland Guineas thoroughbred meeting at Ascot Park in Invercargill last Saturday, and followed that up with the Gore

Spectators were treated to a day of exciting racing as the 2026 Ascot Park Hotel Classic SpeedFest got underway at Teretonga Park in Invercargill on Saturday. Virtually every class that ran two races produced different winners, with several events decided by narrow margins. A nostalgic highlight came during the lunchbreak

The SBS Bank Southland Stags have confirmed the signings of rising outside back Denzel Samoa and loose forward Konrad Toleafoa for the 2026 NPC season, strengthening their squad with two in-form Moana Pasifika players. Both athletes have impressed during the early stages of the 2026 Super Rugby Pacific campaign. Their

Kane Thompson is returning to the SBS Bank Southland Stags, with Rugby Southland confirming his appointment as Assistant Coach for the 2026 season. The former Stag and Samoan international will take charge of the forwards and breakdown, adding valuable experience to the coaching group as the side prepares for the

The 2026 Ascot Park Hotel Classic SpeedFest takes place this weekend at Teretonga Park in Invercargill, promising an exciting showcase of historic cars and notable racing figures. A major attraction will be the TKR 25th Anniversary Tour, celebrating Team Kiwi Racing’s legacy. The tour features the original All Black