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The 'empire' struck back, and then some
Australia got their revenge for Eden Park loss, steamrolling a Black Caps side that was unable to truly compete.

As it happened: NZ v Australia
See how today's Cricket World Cup final at the MCG went down, with the Herald’s team of reporters and commentators.

Sevens: Triple treat brings summer to end
Mount Maunganui's Blake Park is hosting three separate tournaments in a significant end to the summer of sevens.

Football: Tauranga City awash with new talent
Tauranga City and AFC Fury are ready to make the step up in northern regional football this season after winning promotion last year.

Volleyball: Seven teams qualify for nationals
Otumoetai College will have the largest representation of any school in New Zealand at next week's secondary school volleyball nationals in Palmerston North.

Rugby: Ground switch gives Te Puke boost
Last year's Baywide champions Mount Maunganui have had to forgo playing at their home fortress of Blake Park for the next two weekends.

Scholarship 'takes load off'
Blending a desire to organise massive events with a love of chasing the ball on the beautiful Mount Beach has led to a High Performance Academy scholarship for Beniece Douch.