From the Hibiscus Coast to Merseyside, Nathan Ashe has packed plenty into his footy career so far. We caught up with the Hibiscus Coast Raiders halfback to talk playing Super League, the Raiders’ chances this year and what it’s like lining up for Brian McClennan. To start with, can you talk us through your junior footy and how […]
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Waterview Laundromat local Q&A – Aziah Ikitule
This week in the Waterview Laundromat Local Q&A, we chat with Howick Hornets centre and Niue international representative, Aziah Ikitule, about his footy journey so far. You’ve played at a few different clubs over the years, how are you enjoying life at the Hornets? It’s been good, there’s a good culture at the club. It’s different […]
Auckland Nines Team of the Tournament
The first Auckland Premiership footy of 2019 went down over the weekend at the Auckland Nines. Here’s our Team of the Tournament from the pre-season outing on the Hibiscus Coast. (Photo: Manurewa’s Nathan Simmons). 1: Nehumi Teu (Hibiscus Coast) Chimed into the backline nicely on attack, but crucially was also brilliant in defence as last […]
Waterview Laundromat local Q&A – Tulson Caird
After a long career in the Auckland club competition, which included stints in the NSW and Queensland Cup competitions, Tulson Caird is calling an end to his playing career. We chat highlights, teammates and playing against Petero Civoniceva. Thanks for joining us Tulson. The decision to retire, was it forced due to injuries, or completely your […]
Waterview Laundromat local Q&A – Carmen Taplin
To a number of the game’s biggest stars, she’s ‘Aunty Carmen’, one of the most likeable people in local rugby league, who has been tasked with helping to raise a host of NRL players over the past decade, as part of her roles with the New Zealand Rugby League, Sydney Roosters and New Zealand Warriors. […]
NZ Resident squads named
The New Zealand Rugby League has confirmed the wider training squads for the New Zealand Resident 16s and 18s, following a three-day camp in the Waikato last month. The squads will play games in October, with details to be announced at a later date. New Zealand Resident 16s Wider Squad AKARANA; Benaiah Ioelu, Zion Maiu’u, […]
Waterview Laundromat local Q&A – Junior Fiu
After establishing themselves as a regular presence in the Auckland first division once again, Richmond are aiming to become a contender in 2019. This week we chat with new head coach Junior Fiu to get his thoughts ahead of the new season kicking off. Junior, you’ve been involved in the Warriors system for the last […]
New chair for Auckland Rugby League
Shane Price has been confirmed as the new chairman of the Auckland Rugby League Board of Directors, following a vote by affiliated clubs this month. Price (pictured), who becomes the 22nd chairman to serve the organisation in its 110-year history, first joined the Board in 2016 as an elected director, also acting as deputy chair […]
Waterview Laundromat local Q&A – Brian McClennan
Brian McClennan has won Test matches and coached at the pinnacle of the club game in both the Southern and Northern Hemisphere. Now he’s back to help his local club, the Hibiscus Coast Raiders, in the Auckland second division. Here’s his plan for the club in 2019. You’ve been away from a head coaching role […]
