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Sevens: Gould's Rio sevens dream still alive
The journey Lavinia Gould has travelled since a ban from playing sevens in late 2012 has had more pitfalls than moments to savour.

Surf Lifesaving: A gut-busting test of IRB crew endurance
Reality television producers who think they know all about the ultimate challenge of strength and endurance should check out the Bay of Plenty IRB Long Haul challenge.

Taekwondo: Open success for teen
Following a haul of three gold, two silver and one bronze at the Whangaparoa Taekwondo Open, Te Puke's Maanauri Wilson, 13, had more success at the Taekwondo New Zealand Open.

Anguish as marathon leader walks home
There is a saying at the Rotorua Marathon - the first runner over the Mourea hills is not necessarily the first at the finish.

Rugby: Clubs brim with new positive spirit
The opening round of the Bayfair Baywide rugby competitions kicks off tomorrow with a mood of positivity among the clubs lacking last season.

School rugby: Young stars set to battle it out
The fourth year of the Chiefs Secondary School First XV competition kicks off tomorrow with schools challenging for the Chiefs Cup and Chiefs Trophy.

Rugby: Western Bay monopoly under threat
The Bayfair Baywide premier, development and division one competitions get under way tomorrow with the balance of power firmly favouring Western Bay clubs overall.