New Zealand
Kiwi technology scores US approval
A New Zealand-based company has introduced leading edge texting technology to America’s biggest sporting code.
Prime Ministers back Islanders
The Pacific Islanders fight for inclusion in an expanded Super 12 received backing from unexpected quarters, with Australian Prime Minister John Howard and his New Zealand counterpart Helen Clark supporting the Islanders Alliance.
Kiwi technology scores US approval
A New Zealand-based company has introduced leading edge texting technology to America’s biggest sporting code.
Prime Ministers back Islanders
The Pacific Islanders fight for inclusion in an expanded Super 12 received backing from unexpected quarters, with Australian Prime Minister John Howard and his New Zealand counterpart Helen Clark supporting the Islanders Alliance.
Auckland’s V8 cash bonanza
A V8 Supercar race planned for New Zealand could generate as much as NZ$36.7m (EUR19.3m/U$23.8m) a year to the local economy, according to a new study.
Emirates flies in America’s Cup
Airline Emirates is to sponsor Team New Zealand in its challenge for the next edition of yachting’s top event, the America’s Cup.
SANZAR opens TV talks
Talks for a major new TV contract for the SANZAR rugby nations – South Africa, Australia and New Zealand – have begun.
Van Maanen gets recruited
The Sports Recruitment Company has appointed Dennis Van Maanen head of its digital division.
Tri-Nations venues confirmed
The venues and schedule of the new Gillette Tri-Nations Tournament have been confirmed by the Rugby Football League.
SA to bid for 2011 RWC
Fresh from its success in hosting the 2010 FIFA World Cup, South Africa has turned its attention to the 2011 Rugby World Cup.
Event sailing to success
A major new multi-million dollar round-the-world yacht race – spearheaded by sailor Tracy Edwards (pictured) – has taken a massive step forward after six teams were unveiled for next year’s inaugural event.
TVNZ Satellite Services to close
TVNZ Satellite Services will quit the global occasional use satellite delivery industry later this year – but will continue to serve all clients signed up for this summer’s Olympic Games.
FIH sees web traffic soar
The International Hockey Federation (FIH) has reported record traffic on its official website.
PCA secures title sponsor
European law firm Taylor Wessing has signed an exclusive agreement to become the title sponsor of the Professional Cricketers’ Association (PCA) Masters Series in England for the 2004 and 2005 cricket seasons.
Gillette sharpens brand
Gillette has signed up as title sponsor of the 2004 Rugby League Tri-Nations.
Octagon wins Lions deal
Octagon Marketing has won a new deal to be the sponsorship and partner management agency for next year’s British & Irish Lions tour to New Zealand.
ICC release more CWC funds
The International Cricket Council has confirmed it will release more of the money it withheld from its members following last year’s Cricket World Cup.
ICC unveil fine plan
Cricket nations which pull out of tours they have committed to will find themselves facing heavy fines, under new plans drawn up by the sport’s governing body, the ICC.