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‘More to come’: Testing start to 2025 as Napier City Rovers chase National League dream - NZ Herald

1 week ago | nzherald.co.nz | Neil Reid

Napier City Rovers urged to get more clinical up front and deny “soft” goals on defence. Consistent winning ways needed to stamp their mark as true contenders for the 2025 National League. Positives from opening third of the season include the achievements of a highly rated teen duo. For the past three seasons, Napier City Rovers have been the only regional-based team to make New Zealand Football’s elite National League.
Organised crime syndicates making millions from smuggling tobacco into New Zealand

1 week ago | nzherald.co.nz | Neil Reid

Smugglers are using sophisticated tactics to bring tobacco into New Zealand, according to Customs. One study claims almost one in four cigarettes sold in New Zealand are from the black market. Customs says those responsible are “serious criminals”, often crime syndicates also smuggling harder drugs and weapons.
Auckland bus driver stood down after alleged assault leaves man dead

1 week ago | nzherald.co.nz | Neil Reid

A man died after an alleged daytime assault at a bus stop in Papatoetoe in South Auckland. A 34-year-old man has been arrested and charged in connection with the incident. Public transport officials confirm a bus driver has now been stood down from duty. An Auckland bus driver has been stood down after an alleged assault left a man dead. A man died in hospital following a daylight incident at a bus stop in the Auckland suburb of Papatoetoe on Sunday.
Goals galore: No lack of firepower as Napier City Rovers win on the road

2 weeks ago | nzherald.co.nz | Neil Reid

Napier City Rovers respond to a disappointing draw with an impressive 6-1 win on the road. Sam Lack and Stephen Hoyle created nightmares for the Island Bay United defence. The football team are back on the road this weekend with another trip to Wellington to face Waterside Karori. Napier City Rovers’ attack came to life in sensational style during a crucial win on the road on Saturday.
NZ Cricket joins North America’s Major League

3 weeks ago | sunlive.co.nz | Neil Reid

Posted: 08:00pm Thu 24 Apr, 2025 | By Neil Reid ([email protected]) NZ Cricket joins North America’s Major League Black Caps stars, including Tim Seifert (pictured), could soon be lining up for a T20 franchise in the cashed-up North American league, which is backed by New Zealand Cricket.
📰 NZ Cricket's bold deal to transform the Black Caps' future

3 weeks ago | theaccnz.com | Neil Reid

By Neil ReidNew Zealand Cricket has partnered with the financial backers of a new franchise in Major League Cricket – a competition which has a value of at least $200 million – with the move partly to try to retain the Black Caps’ top talent. The bold move is a crucial step from cricket bosses that could help keep some of our leading players – and coaches – available for Black Caps duty, instead of opting to effectively become freelancers on the global Twenty20 stage.
Game on: New Zealand Cricket joins North America’s Major League aiming to retain top players

3 weeks ago | nzherald.co.nz | Neil Reid

Black Caps stars, including Tim Seifert (pictured), could soon be lining up for a T20 franchise in the cashed-up North American league, which is backed by New Zealand Cricket. Main photo / PhotosportNew Zealand Cricket (NZC) has partnered with True North Sports Ventures to create a franchise in the North American Major League Cricket. The partnership aims to retain top talent and expand NZC’s global brand and revenue streams.
Point to prove: Captain’s call as Napier City Rovers look to ignite campaign

3 weeks ago | nzherald.co.nz | Neil Reid

Squad frustration after Napier City Rovers posted a flat 1-1 draw with Central League strugglers Upper Hutt City Football. Captain Jim Hoyle says the team need to display more “quality” when attacking the opposition goal. Three points on the road this weekend in Wellington a must as team seek qualification to the National League for a fourth successive season.
'Urgent international co-operation': Crime rings threaten integrity of NZ sport

3 weeks ago | nzherald.co.nz | Neil Reid

Sport Integrity Commission CEO Rebecca Rolls said organised crime syndicates are eyeing up New Zealand sports for money laundering. Composite image / NZ HeraldOrganised crime syndicates are seeking to corrupt the integrity of New Zealand sport, according to officials, while the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) has warned organised crime is moving into sport globally.
Stumped: Why a growing number of Black Caps could turn their backs on the national team

3 weeks ago | nzherald.co.nz | Neil Reid

New Zealand Cricket may soon find it hard to hold onto top talent in the face of the riches offered by lucrative T20 leagues. Photo / PhotosportCashed-up cricket leagues in India and Saudi Arabia are poised to strip more top players from international duty. In a new book, cricket historian Rod Lyall warns New Zealand Cricket can’t compete financially with lucrative T20 contracts. Saudi Arabia’s proposed $1.6 billion league may challenge India’s dominance but raises ethical concerns.