Cameron McMillan is Deputy Head of Sport for NZME. He has been a sports journalist for 20 years and was on duty in 2011, when the All Blacks put things right.
I'm Cameron McMillan and I have more than 20 years of experience in sports journalism. I started out writing in the College Sports section of the Hawke's Bay Today as a high school student where I became hooked on reporting and have been fortunate enough to make a career out of covering sport. I’ve had varied roles at NZME from editing the sports section of the Herald to blogging live sporting events and am currently the Deputy Head of Sport. I've been there for the lows and highs of New Zealand sport - in the stands as a fan when the All Blacks lost the 2007 quarter-final in Cardiff and thankfully in the press box at Eden Park four years later, trying to calmly live blog the action, when they beat France to reclaim the World Cup. Though All Whites-Bahrain remains the best 'I was there' moment. Over my career, I’ve interviewed All Blacks and Olympic athletes, but the most inspirational interview was of the late Travis Roy, who suffered a life-changing incident while playing ice hockey. The most surreal interview was talking to rower Shaun Quincey while he was in the middle of the Tasman Sea on a solo journey from Australia to New Zealand. I believe in a strong lede, accuracy, a solid short game and no cheering in a press box.
![Black Foils miss out on $3.2m prize](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Black Foils miss out on $3.2m prize
The Black Foils dominated all season but slipped to a third-place finish in the final.
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Spain reign! Late heartbreak for England
A major trophy remains out of reach of the England men’s football team.
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Player ratings: The ABs reserve who was almost perfect
One All Black almost earned a perfect score off the bench.
![What next for Lulu Sun: Tennis star ready for new expectations after Wimbledon run](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
What next for Lulu Sun: Tennis star ready for new expectations after Wimbledon run
Lulu Sun is still busy working her way through countless messages of support.
![Football's coming home? A dummy's guide to England's crowd chant](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Football's coming home? A dummy's guide to England's crowd chant
Wondering what 'Football's coming home' means? Here's an explanation.
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Sun goes down ending amazing Wimbledon run
On a rainy day at Wimbledon, Lulu Sun's stunning run came to an end.
![Free tickets for life: Sun's exclusive perk after Wimbledon milestone](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Free tickets for life: Sun's exclusive perk after Wimbledon milestone
Lulu Sun’s remarkable Wimbledon run is already paying dividends.
![Lulu Sun on the game plan that got her to Wimbledon quarters](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Lulu Sun on the game plan that got her to Wimbledon quarters
The Kiwi may be an unknown qualifier but she has to do her homework on her next opponent.
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'Power of Zeus': World media reacts to Sun's Wimbledon run
Kiwi Wimbledon quarter-finalist Lulu Sun has been compared to a Greek god.
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Sun shines again! Kiwi makes Wimbledon quarters
Sun continued her stunning run from qualifying to advancing to the quarter-finals.
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Lulu Sun's amazing Wimbledon run continues
The Kiwi is through to the final 16 after straight-sets victory.
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All Blacks squad naming: Razor's surprise call, veteran returns
All Blacks coach Scott Robertson names his squad for the first test.
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Sun rises to the occasion! Kiwi wins again at Wimbledon
Kiwi tennis player Lulu Sun continues to shine in her Wimbledon campaign.
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Springboks' dig at All Blacks ahead of Ireland series
Promotional video makes subtle dig at All Blacks
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No home advantage? All Blacks wary of 'exciting' England under Dunedin roof
Jordie Barrett is wary the covered stadium could suit England’s style.
!['Huge win for NZ': Kiwi Sun shines in Wimbledon debut with big upset](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
'Huge win for NZ': Kiwi Sun shines in Wimbledon debut with big upset
Lulu Sun makes an impact on Court Three, stunning the Chinese eighth seed.
![So many Super Rugby trophies: Where are they all now?](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
So many Super Rugby trophies: Where are they all now?
Some sports trophies have been around so long they're iconic. But not in Super Rugby.
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Boult ends T20 career as Black Caps win final...game
Lockie Ferguson was too much to handle for the PNG bowlers.
![DeChambeau wins US Open in thrilling finish](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
DeChambeau wins US Open in thrilling finish
Bryson DeChambeau claimed his second major title as Rory threw away a late lead.
![Indy500 updates: Dramatic finish as Kiwis miss out](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Indy500 updates: Dramatic finish as Kiwis miss out
Josef Newgarden went back-to-back with a dramatic final move.
![Schauffele wins with dramatic final hole birdie](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Schauffele wins with dramatic final hole birdie
Xander Schauffele finally captured his maiden major.
!['I can’t believe it': Kiwi wins Badminton Horse Trials](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
'I can’t believe it': Kiwi wins Badminton Horse Trials
Caroline Powell has become the fifth Kiwi to win the prestigious event
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Fisher pips Carrington ahead of Paris showdown
Aimee Fisher has pipped Dame Lisa Carrington at the latest World Cup event.
![I went to a LIV Golf event and this is what I learned](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
I went to a LIV Golf event and this is what I learned
What is the new golf competition really like?
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Golf: Lee falls short of second LIV win
Danny Lee’s quest for a second LIV Golf title has fallen short.
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Lee remains in contention for another LIV victory
Two late birdies means Danny Lee remains with a chance for another LIV win.
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Kiwi starts hot at LIV Golf Adelaide
Danny Lee has found his form in competition's opening round.
![Inside Danny Lee's fight for survival on the LIV Tour](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Inside Danny Lee's fight for survival on the LIV Tour
After a wrist surgery and recovery, Lee is now back to 100 per cent fitness.
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LIV Golf Adelaide set to be bigger and louder
Australians have embraced the LIV Golf tour as it returns to Adelaide.
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'Everything worked': Fox in the mix after holding early lead at Augusta
The Kiwi held the lead midway through day one before finding trouble.
!['Intimidating shot': Fox aces iconic golf hole, makes history](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
'Intimidating shot': Fox aces iconic golf hole, makes history
The Kiwi player has made a statement.
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14 reasons why the Warriors won't beat the Storm
It’s no doubt the worst-case scenario for the Warriors to avoid a 0-2 start.
![Lost swimsuits almost derail Clareburt's world title](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Lost swimsuits almost derail Clareburt's world title
Another world title for New Zealand at the World Aquatic Championships.
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Is Kane Williamson closing in on NZ's Goat?
Just how many test centuries could Kane Williamson finish on?
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Kiwi golfer to retain major invite after beating cancer
Michael Hendry is cancer-free and set to go to his third British Open.
![Ranking every All Blacks test in 2024](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Ranking every All Blacks test in 2024
There are some must-see tests and a few that might be relegated behind NRL and Netflix.
![Lydia Ko starts year with big win after winless 2023](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Lydia Ko starts year with big win after winless 2023
The Kiwi golfer captured her 20th career victory on the LPGA Tour.
![Million-dollar milestone: Ko starts year with big win](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Million-dollar milestone: Ko starts year with big win
Lydia Ko was winless on the LPGA Tour in 2023 - she's made the perfect start to 2024.
![Up to $400 for a round: A tiki tour of NZ’s most exclusive golf courses](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Up to $400 for a round: A tiki tour of NZ’s most exclusive golf courses
An average golfer's guide to New Zealand's best courses.
![All Blacks' season reviewed: Two points from greatness](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
All Blacks' season reviewed: Two points from greatness
So close yet so far - Cameron McMillan reviews the All Blacks' 2023.
![When stars align: Why fans are turning up to watch Shaun Johnson play golf](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
When stars align: Why fans are turning up to watch Shaun Johnson play golf
Fans just want to see the stars, it doesn’t matter what sport they are playing.
![Auckland City one and done at Club World Cup](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Auckland City one and done at Club World Cup
Auckland City have gone down to hosts Al Ittihad.
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Ko wins again! Kiwi ends year on a high
Lydia Ko has ended what was set to be a year to forget with a victory.
![Streak busted: Black Ferns Sevens stunned in Cape Town](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Streak busted: Black Ferns Sevens stunned in Cape Town
The Black Ferns Sevens failed to make a final for the first time since 2019.
![The All Blacks milestones Beauden Barrett could break](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
The All Blacks milestones Beauden Barrett could break
Beauden Barrett could finish his test career with numerous big achievements to his name.
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Matching the Don: A closer look at Kane's 29 tons
Last night, Williamson became the first New Zealander to score four successive centuries.
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Black Knights, Orcas, Volcanoes? 20 possible names for the Auckland A-League franchise
These options will at least save the new club a hefty brand/marketing fee.
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Williamson can hit rare cricket feat in Bangladesh
Kane Williamson has a chance to do a first for a Black Cap.
![Every All Blacks World Cup match ranked - revisited](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Every All Blacks World Cup match ranked - revisited
Where does the Ireland quarter-final rate in their all-time World Cup matches?
![A dummy's guide to losing money in the Melbourne Cup](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
A dummy's guide to losing money in the Melbourne Cup
All you need to know about how to lose money today.
![How the Black Caps can make it to World Cup semifinals](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
How the Black Caps can make it to World Cup semifinals
After a third straight loss, the Black Caps might need help to make the semis.
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Jordan may be the best wing ever claims UK writer
The All Blacks team has been named for the Rugby World Cup final.
![New global rugby competition explained: What it means for the All Blacks](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
New global rugby competition explained: What it means for the All Blacks
World Rugby announced a new competition today. But what does that actually mean?
![Where All Blacks can win and lose final](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Where All Blacks can win and lose final
All the latest news ahead of the Rugby World Cup final in Paris.
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All Blacks vs Argentina: Cheika uses old ploy in All Blacks in build-up
All the latest news ahead of the Rugby World Cup semifinals.
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RWC latest: 'Unsavoury scenes’ as England rugby fans removed for fighting
Keep up to date with everything out of France.
![Ranking every RWC semifinal the All Blacks have played](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Ranking every RWC semifinal the All Blacks have played
We’ve ranked all eight semifinals and highlighted the lessons for Fozzie.
![Why Sam Cane's All Blacks won't take Argentina lightly](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Why Sam Cane's All Blacks won't take Argentina lightly
No chance of complacency for Ian Foster's men against Los Pumas.
![Rugby World Cup: The keys to Los Pumas' success](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Rugby World Cup: The keys to Los Pumas' success
The latest news out of the Rugby World Cup.
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Argentina blast hotel farce; The only thing Eddie Jones regrets
All the latest news from Rugby World Cup 2023.
![Golfers can now book a round at the most anticipated course in NZ](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Golfers can now book a round at the most anticipated course in NZ
Te Arai Links North opens next month and non-members can now book a round.
![Every All Blacks Rugby World Cup match ranked](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Every All Blacks Rugby World Cup match ranked
All 57 of their official encounters ranked.
![Kinloch golf course: I don’t think there’s a tougher course in New Zealand](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Kinloch golf course: I don’t think there’s a tougher course in New Zealand
Cameron McMillan discovers just how good we have it when it comes to world class golf.
!['Last Olympics': Kiwi medalist reveals final shot at gold](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
'Last Olympics': Kiwi medalist reveals final shot at gold
Lydia Ko will have one shot at getting the complete set of Olympic medals.
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The key weakness the All Blacks have fixed
OPINION: Cameron McMillan runs through the winners and losers from the sporting weekend.
![Wimbledon final: Alcaraz wins thriller over Djokovic](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Wimbledon final: Alcaraz wins thriller over Djokovic
Carlos Alcaraz surged down the stretch to end Novak Djokovic’s winning streak at Wimbledon
![First look at Te Arai Links North: A touch of world class](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
First look at Te Arai Links North: A touch of world class
The first images of Te Arai Links North have been released.
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Ranking every Super Rugby final from worst to best
Where will Saturday's Chiefs v Crusaders clash eventually rank amongst the annals?
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Opinion: Golf’s swing to Saudi money feels rough, but it was inevitable
Opinion: Competition has made the sport better to watch.
![Golf YouTuber on why he's showcasing NZ's top courses](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Golf YouTuber on why he's showcasing NZ's top courses
Luke Kwon is showcasing NZ's best golf courses on his YouTube channel.
![PGA Championship recap: Koepka wins fifth major in style](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
PGA Championship recap: Koepka wins fifth major in style
Live updates of the second major of the year.
!['Aussie' Fox up with leaders at PGA Championship](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
'Aussie' Fox up with leaders at PGA Championship
Ryan Fox made a strong start among the early players on the course.
![The Watchlist: The best sport to watch this weekend (ranked)](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
The Watchlist: The best sport to watch this weekend (ranked)
Cameron McMillan ranks the best sport to watch this weekend.
![Winners and Losers: Why Warriors fans should enjoy it while they can](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Winners and Losers: Why Warriors fans should enjoy it while they can
Cameron McMillan runs through the big winners and losers from the sporting weekend.