Handball is fastest growing Olympic sport in NZ

Although relatively unknown in New Zealand, the sport of handball is gaining popularity here because of the Olympic coverage.

Secretary General of the New Zealand Handball Federation Frank Stoltenberg says the game is certainly expanding in this country with between 200 and 400 players.

Editorial: Style over substance

Winning is at the top of everyone’s agenda these days – winning with style and not necessarily substance.
The opening ceremony at the Olympics celebrated style over substance when event organisers chose aesthetics over reality. A little girl who couldn’t sing became an overnight superstar, miming in the place of another little girl who could sing [...]

Aucklanders of all cultures get into the Olympic spirit

As the Olympic Games heat up, many Auckland businesses are celebrating.
The majority of shops in downtown Auckland are displaying some sort of supportive message for those competing in Beijing. Chargrill Burgers on Victoria Street boasts a large sign saying “Come and watch the Olympics here!” while Wongkok Café and Bar is offering 15% off all meals and drinks in celebration of the Olympics. [...]