With the Christchurch Marathon kicking off next week, the men’s champion has decided not to defend his title. 

2025 Champion Oska Baynes has instead become heavily involved in mentoring athletes in the art of long-distance running, including Nick Bewley. 

The two caught up for a chat ahead of next week’s event.  

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With the Christchurch Marathon kicking off next week, the men’s champion has decided not to defend his title.&nbsp;
2025 Champion Oska Baynes has instead become heavily involved in mentoring athletes in the art of long-distance running, including Nick Bewley.&nbsp;
The two caught up for a chat ahead of next week’s event. &nbsp;
LISTEN ABOVE&nbsp;

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Oska Baynes: Champion runner offers advice ahead of the Christchurch Marathon

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Canterbury’s golf scene is continuing to shine. 

Nick Bewley caught up with Canterbury Golf GM Blair Minton, in association with the Elmwood Trading Company, for a chat about how things are faring, and what he received at Golf NZ’s annual awards.  

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Canterbury’s golf scene is continuing to shine.&nbsp;
Nick Bewley caught up with Canterbury Golf GM Blair Minton, in association with the Elmwood Trading Company, for a chat about how things are faring, and what he received at Golf NZ’s annual awards. &nbsp;
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Blair Minton: Canterbury Golf General Manager gives an update on the region's golfing scene

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Tactix defender Laura Balmer is adamant she can juggle her netball career with studying medicine heading the first ANZ premiership round this weekend. 

The 22-year-old made the move down to Christchurch to peruse her studies after playing for the Pulse last year. 

Balmer joined Nick Bewley for a chat about the move.  

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Tactix defender Laura Balmer is adamant she can juggle her netball career with studying medicine heading the first ANZ premiership round this weekend.&nbsp;
The 22-year-old made the move down to Christchurch to peruse her studies after playing for the Pulse last year.&nbsp;
Balmer joined Nick Bewley for a chat about the move. &nbsp;
LISTEN ABOVE&nbsp;

Laura Balmer: Tactix Defender on her move to Christchurch, juggling competing and medical school

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Professional golfer Amelia Garvey has enjoyed a solid start to her year over in Australia with a couple of top 10 finishes. 

Garvey is about to head back to the US with some lofty goals in mind. She’s looking to rise up in the world rankings, going from 140 to within the top 70. 

She spoke with Lesley about her start to the year and her plans for the next few months, including trying to get home a bit more often. 

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Professional golfer Amelia Garvey has enjoyed a solid start to her year over in Australia with a couple of top 10 finishes.&nbsp;
Garvey is about to head back to the US with some lofty goals in mind. She’s looking to rise up in the world rankings, going from 140 to within the top 70.&nbsp;
She spoke with Lesley about her start to the year and her plans for the next few months, including trying to get home a bit more often.&nbsp;
LISTEN ABOVE&nbsp;

Amelia Garvey: Kiwi pro golfer on her year so far, plans for the future

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Oska Baynes: Champion runner offers advice ahead of the Christchurch Marathon

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