This Labour Weekend's Twizel Hard has reached its 40th birthday with three events to choose from across the long weekend, a mountain bike, kayak and off-road run.

Dean Nelson is the chairman of the event and he spoke with Adam about what's in store this weekend. 

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This Labour Weekend's Twizel Hard has reached its 40th birthday with three events to choose from across the long weekend, a mountain bike, kayak and off-road run.
Dean Nelson is the chairman of the event and he spoke with Adam about what's in store this weekend.&nbsp;
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Dean Nelson: Chairman of 'Twizel Hard' discusses weekend of mountain bikes, kayaks and off-road sprints

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Some of the country's best track and field talent will be on show in Christchurch this afternoon as the city hosts its annual International Track Meet.  

Tom Walsh, Nick Palmer, Anna Grimaldi, Lisa Adams, and Tiaan Whelpton are all set to compete in their respective events. 

Shot putter Nick Palmer has the home crowd advantage, and joined D’Arcy to preview the event. 

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Some of the country's best track and field talent will be on show in Christchurch this afternoon as the city hosts its annual International Track Meet. &nbsp;
Tom Walsh, Nick Palmer, Anna Grimaldi, Lisa Adams, and Tiaan Whelpton are all set to compete in their respective events.&nbsp;
Shot putter Nick Palmer has the home crowd advantage, and joined D’Arcy to preview the event.&nbsp;
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Nick Palmer: Kiwi shot putter previews the International Track Meet in Christchurch

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We’re rolling into the second week of Super Rugby with a blockbuster New Zealand derby. 

The Chiefs are heading down to Dunedin to face off against the Highlanders this evening. 

The Highlanders will be aiming to keep their momentum going, after last weekend’s victory over the defending champion, the Crusaders.  

Attack coach Cory Brown joined D’Arcy Waldegrave to preview the clash. 

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We’re rolling into the second week of Super Rugby with a blockbuster New Zealand derby.&nbsp;
The Chiefs are heading down to Dunedin to face off against the Highlanders this evening.&nbsp;
The Highlanders will be aiming to keep their momentum going, after last weekend’s victory over the defending champion, the Crusaders. &nbsp;
Attack coach Cory Brown joined D’Arcy Waldegrave to preview the clash.&nbsp;
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Cory Brown: Highlanders attack coach previews the clash against the Chiefs

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Kiwis are hitting the waves as the Ocean Swim series returns to the Bay of Islands. 

There’s a range of different races this weekend, with something for anyone.  

Brent Foster, former Commonwealth Games and Ironman competitor, is one of those swimming – he joined D’Arcy to discuss the event.  

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Kiwis are hitting the waves as the Ocean Swim series returns to the Bay of Islands.&nbsp;
There’s a range of different races this weekend, with something for anyone. &nbsp;
Brent Foster, former Commonwealth Games and Ironman competitor, is one of those swimming – he joined D’Arcy to discuss the event. &nbsp;
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Brent Foster: Former Commonwealth Games competitor on this weekend's Ocean Swim series

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Dean Nelson: Chairman of 'Twizel Hard' discusses weekend of mountain bikes, kayaks and off-road sprints

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