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May 8, 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand New Zealand canoe sprint paddlers Aimee Fisher and Dame Lisa Carrington. PHOTOSPORT Dame Lisa Carrington won’t compete in the opening Canoe Sprint World Cup regatta in Hungary this weekend. Dame Lisa was initially named in the K4 500m starting line-up alongside Olivia Brett, Greer Morley and Lucy Matehaere. However Aimee Fisher, ... <a title="Dame Lisa Carrington replaced in K4 crew for World Cup regatta" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2026/05/08/dame-lisa-carrington-replaced-in-k4-crew-for-world-cup-regatta/" aria-label="Read more about Dame Lisa Carrington replaced in K4 crew for World Cup regatta">Read more</a>
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May 8, 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand The Highlanders welcome back Caleb Tangitau for their clash at home against the Waratahs. photosport The scrap for playoff spots is well and truly on. Super Rugby Pacific enters its 13th round and things are looking very good for New Zealand. The top four spots are occupied by the Hurricanes, Blues, ... <a title="Super Rugby preview: Derby season kicks off, Roigard out, Tangitau back" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2026/05/08/super-rugby-preview-derby-season-kicks-off-roigard-out-tangitau-back/" aria-label="Read more about Super Rugby preview: Derby season kicks off, Roigard out, Tangitau back">Read more</a>
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May 7, 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand Steve Lancaster is New Zealand Rugby’s new CEO. Photosport After searching the globe for a new CEO, New Zealand Rugby finally came to the conclusion that the best person was right under their nose. The New Zealand Rugby Board has confirmed Steve Lancaster as the organisation’s new chief executive. Lancaster was ... <a title="Steve Lancaster last-man standing after global search fails to find NZ Rugby boss" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2026/05/07/steve-lancaster-last-man-standing-after-global-search-fails-to-find-nz-rugby-boss/" aria-label="Read more about Steve Lancaster last-man standing after global search fails to find NZ Rugby boss">Read more</a>
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May 7, 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand Caleb Clarke grew up imbedded in the Crusaders and Blues rivalry. Andrew Cornaga/www.photosport.nz Caleb Clarke had little chance of becoming a Crusaders fan. His father, Eroni, was a member of the inaugural Blues squad in 1996, and Clarke inherited his old man’s heated rivalry with Canterbury. So when Clarke had thoughts ... <a title="Caleb Clarke ready for Crusaders ‘mental test’ as Blues face Christchurch fortress" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2026/05/07/caleb-clarke-ready-for-crusaders-mental-test-as-blues-face-christchurch-fortress/" aria-label="Read more about Caleb Clarke ready for Crusaders ‘mental test’ as Blues face Christchurch fortress">Read more</a>
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May 7, 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand On a 10 match losing streak, Moana’s rough run doesn’t get any easier as they get set to host top of the table Hurricanes on Saturday night. DJ Mills / Photosport Moana Pasifika are stuck in limbo. The club’s long-term position remains unclear amid ongoing discussions over investment and ownership, after ... <a title="‘It breaks my heart’: Moana Pasifika uncertainty takes toll on players" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2026/05/07/it-breaks-my-heart-moana-pasifika-uncertainty-takes-toll-on-players/" aria-label="Read more about ‘It breaks my heart’: Moana Pasifika uncertainty takes toll on players">Read more</a>
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May 7, 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand Liam Gillion playing for Auckland FC in the OFC Pro League against PNG Hekari FC in January. Shane Wenzlick / Phototek.nz Auckland FC v Adelaide United Semi-final first leg Mt Smart Stadium, 6pm Saturday 9 May Live updates on RNZ.co.nz Footballer Liam Gillion is in a unique position two years into ... <a title="Double duty paying off for Auckland FC’s Liam Gillion" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2026/05/07/double-duty-paying-off-for-auckland-fcs-liam-gillion/" aria-label="Read more about Double duty paying off for Auckland FC’s Liam Gillion">Read more</a>
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May 7, 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand Luke Metcalf has played twice at five-eighth for the Warriors in 2026. Andrew Cornaga/Photosport Reports Warriors half Luke Metcalf is seeking reassurance about his future role are being met with no comment from the club. Metcalf, 27, was a key re-signing over the summer – extending his stay at Mt Smart ... <a title="NRL: Luke Metcalf’s management seeking clarification of Warriors role – reports" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2026/05/07/nrl-luke-metcalfs-management-seeking-clarification-of-warriors-role-reports/" aria-label="Read more about NRL: Luke Metcalf’s management seeking clarification of Warriors role – reports">Read more</a>
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May 7, 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand Will O’Rourke returns to the Blackcaps test squad, after recovering from a stress fracture. PHOTOSPORT The return of two key fast bowlers, and the maiden selection of a batting allrounder, are the highlights in the Blackcaps squad to play upcoming test matches against Ireland and England. Kyle Jamieson and Will O’Rourke ... <a title="Fast bowling stocks get a boost for Irish and English Tour" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2026/05/07/fast-bowling-stocks-get-a-boost-for-irish-and-english-tour/" aria-label="Read more about Fast bowling stocks get a boost for Irish and English Tour">Read more</a>
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May 7, 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand Jonelle Price is looking forward to Badminton. Libby Law/Photosport Equestrian Jonelle Price believes she has a horse that can be a contender at major three-day events for the next few years. Price is one of six New Zealanders lining up for the Badminton Horse Trial in Gloucestershire this week. Price, whose ... <a title="‘He’s a true Badminton horse’: Jonelle Price backs rising star for big stage" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2026/05/07/hes-a-true-badminton-horse-jonelle-price-backs-rising-star-for-big-stage/" aria-label="Read more about ‘He’s a true Badminton horse’: Jonelle Price backs rising star for big stage">Read more</a>
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May 7, 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand White Fern Jess Kerr Andrew Cornaga/www.photosport.nz The White Ferns have beaten an England development side by 18 runs at Chester-le-Street to open their tour of England. After deciding to bat first in the 50-over game, New Zealand were bowled out for 200 in the 48th over. New Zealand slipped to 49 ... <a title="White Ferns open tour of England with a win" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2026/05/07/white-ferns-open-tour-of-england-with-a-win/" aria-label="Read more about White Ferns open tour of England with a win">Read more</a>
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May 7, 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand Paris Lokotui was a starting player for the Tactix. Andrew Cornaga/www.photosport.nz When Paris Lokotui ran out in last year’s ANZ Premiership grand final, she was on the brink of everything she had worked for – and quietly preparing to walk away from it. The 24-year-old had just reached 50 domestic matches ... <a title="Rugby convert Paris Lokotui – the Silver Fern who got away?" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2026/05/07/rugby-convert-paris-lokotui-the-silver-fern-who-got-away/" aria-label="Read more about Rugby convert Paris Lokotui – the Silver Fern who got away?">Read more</a>
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May 6, 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand Makala Woods of Wellington Phoenix celebrates a goal with Brooke Nunn (left) and Lucia Leon (right). www.photosport.nz A sense of calm is permeating throughout the Wellington Phoenix women’s camp, knowing they have home advantage in the second leg of their A-league semi-final this weekend. The Phoenix women will have to overcome ... <a title="Wellington Phoenix women confident they can turn things around against Roar" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2026/05/06/wellington-phoenix-women-confident-they-can-turn-things-around-against-roar/" aria-label="Read more about Wellington Phoenix women confident they can turn things around against Roar">Read more</a>
