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Local Charities Chosen as Rugby Southland's Official Partners
Local Charities Chosen as Rugby Southland's Official Partners
News   -   May 02, 2026

Rugby Southland has chosen two local charities as its official partners for the next two seasons, selecting the Loss and Grief Centre Southland and Inclusive Activity Murihiku (iAM) from 16 applications. The partnerships will focus on both fundraising and promoting the work of each organisation across Southland, with Rugby Southland

Rugby Southland Invests $100,000 in Grassroots Fund for Local Clubs
Rugby Southland Invests $100,000 in Grassroots Fund for Local Clubs
News   -   May 01, 2026

Rugby Southland has launched a new grassroots fund with the Southland Foundation, investing $100,000 to secure the future of community rugby across the province. The Rugby Southland Grassroots Fund is designed to grow over time through public donations and bequests, creating a sustainable funding source for rugby at all

Plenty Of Sparkle On Diamonds Day
Plenty Of Sparkle On Diamonds Day
News   -   Apr 28, 2026

Haylee Mitiwai of Invercargill became the latest winner of a diamond ring when the Invercargill Harness Racing Club’s annual Diamonds Day race meeting took place at Ascot Park Raceway in Invercargill on Sunday.  The prize of a diamond ring, supported by Coats & Schuck Jewellers and the Invercargill Harness

Waikaia Rugby Stalwart Recognised With Life Membership
Waikaia Rugby Stalwart Recognised With Life Membership
News   -   Apr 27, 2026

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

Big Prize Back For Diamonds Day At Ascot Park Raceway
Big Prize Back For Diamonds Day At Ascot Park Raceway
News   -   Apr 23, 2026

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

Community Support Drives Rugby Southland to Surprise $110k Profit
Community Support Drives Rugby Southland to Surprise $110k Profit
News   -   Apr 22, 2026

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'

New Zealand Track Cyclists Earn Valuable Points In Hong Kong World Cup
New Zealand Track Cyclists Earn Valuable Points In Hong Kong World Cup
Sport + Motorsport   -   Apr 19, 2026

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,

Steel Bounce Back With Commanding 69-60 Victory Over Stars
Steel Bounce Back With Commanding 69-60 Victory Over Stars
News   -   Apr 18, 2026

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&

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