Waikato vehicle collector Neil Fitzgerald on his love of draglines

'Using draglines I dug canals, formed stopbanks and cleared drains all over the Waikato.'

NRL: Rival playmaker Kieran Foran urges Warriors to extend Shaun Johnson’s contract

Both veteran halves come off-contract at the end of 2024.

Gabriel Sloane-Rodrigues signs first professional contract with Wellington Phoenix at 16

Gabriel Sloane-Rodrigues officially graduates into the first team.

Radikal Neon: New Los Angeles business earns Hawke’s Bay man a place among the stars

From NZ to the Super Bowl, Brandon Ransfield's star is shining bright.

MFAT warned of risk to relationship with Korea over Cook Strait mega ferry cancellation

Careful and deliberate communications with the Korean Government were advised.

Dame Noeline Taurua named Silver Ferns head coach

Dame Noeline Taurua has extended her stay at the helm.

76ers extend president Daryl Morey through 2027-28

(Photo credit: Bill Streicher-USA TODAY Sports) The Philadelphia 76ers extended president of basketball operations Daryl Morey's contract through 2027-28, the team announced Friday. Including a 16-7 record entering Friday, the Sixers have...

Nationals sign RHP Dylan Floro, 3B Nick Senzel

(Photo credit: Katie Stratman-USA TODAY Sports) The Washington Nationals on Tuesday announced the signings of free-agent pitcher Dylan Floro and third baseman Nick Senzel, the second overall pick of the 2016 MLB June Amateur Draft. In another...

Juan Soto: Focused on bringing Yankees a title, not next contract

(Photo credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-USA TODAY Sports) Did the New York Yankees trade several assets to the San Diego Padres to get Juan Soto as a one-year rental, or will Soto sign an extension? That's the question on Yankees fans' minds as the team...

Tigers sign LHP Andrew Chafin to 1-year, $4.25M deal

(Photo credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports) The Detroit Tigers announced a one-year, $4.25 million contract with left-hander Andrew Chafin on Tuesday. The deal with the 33-year-old veteran includes a $6.5 million club option in 2025, with a...

Reports: Yankees near deal for Padres OF Juan Soto

(Photo credit: John Jones-USA TODAY Sports) Juan Soto appears destined for pinstripes with the New York Yankees on the verge of a blockbuster trade to acquire the 25-year-old outfielder from the San Diego Padres, according to multiple reports....

Nebraska DC Tony White gets big pay hike

(Photo credit: Reese Strickland-USA TODAY Sports) Amid swirling rumors of a prominent job offer, Nebraska associate head coach/defensive coordinator Tony White signed a restructured contract with a significant pay raise. Nebraska officials said...

Nebraska DC Tony White gets big pay hike

(Photo credit: Reese Strickland-USA TODAY Sports) Amid swirling rumors of a prominent job offer, Nebraska associate head coach/defensive coordinator Tony White signed a restructured contract with a significant pay raise. Nebraska officials said...

Mets sign INF Joey Wendle to 1-year contract

(Photo credit: Gregory Fisher-USA TODAY Sports) The New York Mets increased the position versatility of their roster with the signing of infielder Joey Wendle to a one-year contract on Thursday. The deal is worth $2 million, according to a report...

Report: C Daniel Theis to join Clippers after buyout

(Photo credit: Winslow Townson-USA TODAY Sports) Addressing a need at center, the Los Angeles Clippers will sign Indiana Pacers center Daniel Theis after he clears waivers following a contract buyout, ESPN reported Wednesday. Theis, 31, is...

SAG-AFTRA reach tentative deal with Hollywood studios to end strike

Los Angeles [US], November 9 (ANI): On Wednesday, the SAG-AFTRA actors' union reached a tentative agreement with Hollywood studios to end their nearly four-month strike. In an announcement, the union said the 118-day strike would officially end at...

Reports: Diamondbacks extend Torey Lovullo through 2026

(Photo credit: Rob Schumacher/The Republic / USA TODAY NETWORK) The Arizona Diamondbacks have extended the contract of manager Torey Lovullo through the 2026 season, according to multiple reports on Monday. Lovullo guided the Diamondbacks to a...

Reports: Tigers LHP Eduardo Rodriguez opts out, becomes free agent

(Photo credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports) Left-hander Eduardo Rodriguez is opting out of his contract with the Detroit Tigers and declining the final three years and $49 million on his deal, multiple outlets reported Saturday. Rodriguez...

Nuggets open title defense vs. revamped, motivated Lakers

(Photo credit: Gary A. Vasquez-USA TODAY Sports) The Denver Nuggets spent the offseason celebrating while the Los Angeles Lakers were simmering. Denver is in unchartered territory as the reigning NBA champions after an impressive 16-4 run through...

Whitecaps sign coach Vanni Sartini to 2-year extension

(Photo credit: Ron Chenoy-USA TODAY Sports) The Vancouver Whitecaps signed coach Vanni Sartini to a two-year contract extension on Saturday night. Financial terms of the deal were not announced. Word of Sartini's extension came out in unique...