Will the one dimensional Laumape gang please now shut up? Vision to throw a long pass to Coles, two kick thrus for tries ( one for himself and one for Bridge) one crash try, offloads, a backing-up try, secured a turnover. Even caught a restart. Plus hes had a few runs on the wing in Super and is pretty handy there. But hell be on the plane home while SBW continues his average form.
All franchises have their rabid/precious fans. Although Auck and Otago fans seem to be the best behaved at the moment. No real fan of rugby generally would stick the boot into Mounga or Barrett. Theres some terrible Canterbury fans who are precious in their own way, still bagging Barrett even though he had a blinder. Theres terrible Canes fan who are an embarrassment by knocking Mounga, who is untested but hopefully gets a shot soon. And even if he fluffs his lines first up, doesnt mean he wont get lots better. We all know who these fans are, and theyll never stop, even when their one eye gets a cataract.
The line that cracks me up is â˜the selectors know that Moungas tactical direction and passing accuracy from the No. 10 position are far superior. Mark - please explain how you KNOW what the selectors know. Id be really interested in that. Do you hack their emails or read their minds?
Hes exceptionally good, but the most successful coach in world rugby rates him at No.3. Hope he makes a lot of money and enjoys his time. Some players struggle with the change, be it in France, England or Japan.
Choosing Laumape is not that radical. Management cited combinations last week by choosing Crotty/Goodhue, which I totally agree with. If Crotty returns then that is still a great option. So this week its an established 10/12 combo. ALB is awesome too. And there are plenty of others in the midfield who are a whisker away, just like in the outside backs. ABs second team would likely deal to most internationals.
Totally agree. Whenever the boxing debate comes up supporters argue that people die from head injuries in mountain climbing, skiing, horse riding, etc. so why pick on boxing. But the aim of those sports is to be faster, go higher, etc. and injuries are a result of the risks involved. The primary aim in boxing is to inflict brain trauma upon your opponent. Thats the bottom line.
As a teacher, whether or not a student has a â˜double-banger surname makes no difference to â˜bratness! It would be a shame if, at the start of each year, you pre-judged a student based on their name.
I think TJ edges Smith at the moment. Apart from that, and possibly SBW, it looks threatening across the park. Great to have Retallick starting, and Todd and Coles off the bench. Actually Ive just re-read the bench - it looks terrifying for England.
If you think the Democrats are socialist you need to get educated. They are further right than our National Party. Its just the Republicans are way, way further.
I can explain. By law schools have to open for student instruction a set number of half days each year. 384 I think. So when a school has a teacher only day during a term they have to then extend the end of the school year by a day. So parents dont have any more days to look after their kids ( as thats what most parents complain about). But lots of parents dont understand this.
Exactly. If a writer is going to quote stats to support an argument, then they need to get them right. Mounga kicked three from four. In Super Rugby this year Mounga was 78%, Barrett 84%.
So does that mean when the dollar was considerably lower (check out the rates over the last 5 years) during Nationals tenure it was National strikes again!? Or is it selective?
The amount of plastic packaging generated by My Food Bag is astonishing. For example a tiny 50g of fried onions in a lidded plastic container. Crazy in these times.
Most acknowledge how great the Crusaders are. I do. But the Canes have made the semis or better in a 16 team comp over the last four years. I think that is better than average.
??? ABs won in 87 then it took 24 years of â˜choking to win the second. Sure there was some poisoning and forward passes along the way. Im an ABs fan but we arent immune to the choke either. First rule in sport - dont get cocky.
Why not celebrate achievements? One of the saddest sporting moments in rugby history was Englands on-field celebrating at Old Trafford after being thrashed 25-8 by the All Blacks in 1997. Geez...
Real stuff? You wouldnt have the guts to stand up in front of the people of Christchurch and Kaikoura and say that. Shame on you. Remind me how many people died in Chch? How many lives ruined?
??? I think that was the ABs made 13 errors in the first half, 7 in the second - not just one player. You love to hate BB. Keep up the good work. I agree Mounga was better than a 5 tho, a reasonable start in a first test for sure.
You clearly dont understand the current management teams strategy then. Its all about scoring more tries than the opposition. Its been like that for years, hence the fast pace, forced passes, etc. High risk, high return, relying on perfect execution. And with Hansens succes record you cant deny it works.
When was he outplayed by Savea? Savea hasnt played since June 23, when he injured his ankle against France. Cane hasnt played against Todd since June 2. Sorry, but your alternative facts dont cut it.
Cue the commenters who have no real idea about the teaching profession and just want to spout their uninformed opinions. Please thumbs down this - the more the better.
I heard it explained by a sports doctor a while ago. He said the impact needed to cause concussion was like a fall of approx. 3 metres. If you drop a watermelon from 3m, it shatters and the insides turn to mush. If you put a watermelon inside headgear and do the same, it doesnt shatter, but the insides still turn to mush.
Teacher-only days have no effect on the numbers of days teaching kids. If a school has a TOD, then anpother day is added at the end of the year to compensate. Please name the better ways? Im interested what they are.
To you and all the others who commented didnt you read the article - hes coming back in 2019, well when the article was originally posted by Stuff, and was commented on, it said he was leaving for Japan and there was NO mention of him returning.
Perhaps more money could be spent on initiatives to attract more teachers if that is required instead. - The initiative is........pay the teachers more so more are attracted - doh!
This is my second attempt to place a factual comment on this thread. In 2005 an All Black was convicted and fined, along with two others, for shooting a fur seal in Otago. There seems to be an abundance of string em up, throw away the key, shoot them, etc. comments, but I bet the same rules dont apply to rugby royalty?
Even if he did have a full game there are too many variables to compare players. What if the pack has an off day and are always going backwards? What if the opposition are on fire? What if the opposition have an off day? What if your halfback has a shocker? There's NEVER any way to compare players from one test to the next. Too many variables.
Mounga certainly deserves to be in the mix, and Barrett and McKenzie are established and can play more than one position, but test rugby is a different beast, BB has looked flat and lacked spark in his running game, but its funny how the main complaint about him in the last two seasons has been his goal kicking. If only he could kick goals, hell lose us a test because of it.... Super stats 2018 - BB 85%, Mounga 78%, McKenzie 74%. So lets hope he gets his mojo back behind a good pack.
@myham. And Id like to see your average manual labourer cope with a class of thirty kids. Ive done both, each for more than fifteen years, and I know which is easier.
How Steve Hansens inexperienced All Blacks rated against Japan in Tokyo test
Will the one dimensional Laumape gang please now shut up? Vision to throw a long pass to Coles, two kick thrus for tries ( one for himself and one for Bridge) one crash try, offloads, a backing-up try, secured a turnover. Even caught a restart. Plus hes had a few runs on the wing in Super and is pretty handy there. But hell be on the plane home while SBW continues his average form.
Wellington named New Zealand's top destination by Lonely Planet
Someone needs to tell the Blues....
Wellington named New Zealand's top destination by Lonely Planet
Great comment. Very detailed. Lots of explanation. You deserve to live in Auckland - its so good.
How the All Blacks players rated against the Wallabies in Bledisloe I in Sydney
How dare you use facts on an opinion thread!
All Blacks likely to tinker with lineup for Argentina as they look to grow depth
All franchises have their rabid/precious fans. Although Auck and Otago fans seem to be the best behaved at the moment. No real fan of rugby generally would stick the boot into Mounga or Barrett. Theres some terrible Canterbury fans who are precious in their own way, still bagging Barrett even though he had a blinder. Theres terrible Canes fan who are an embarrassment by knocking Mounga, who is untested but hopefully gets a shot soon. And even if he fluffs his lines first up, doesnt mean he wont get lots better. We all know who these fans are, and theyll never stop, even when their one eye gets a cataract.
Mark Reason: Beauden's razzle-dazzle can blind All Black fans
The line that cracks me up is â˜the selectors know that Moungas tactical direction and passing accuracy from the No. 10 position are far superior. Mark - please explain how you KNOW what the selectors know. Id be really interested in that. Do you hack their emails or read their minds?
'This is why I'm striking': A day in the life of a teacher
&Not alt right. Source PPTA? The strike is NZEI......
Holy chicken, Countdown wraps plant-based packaging in plastic
@ Felicity. I think Samuel was saying that sometimes the Bostock chicken he buys leaks. He was sharing HIS experience.
Free GP visits for 13 year-olds and cheaper doctor visits for Community Service Card holders
Its sad how narcissistic we have become. Instead of being pleased that a group gets an improvement, we moan because it didnt benefit ME!
All Blacks and Crusaders flanker Matt Todd signs short-term deal with the Panasonic Wild Knights
Hes exceptionally good, but the most successful coach in world rugby rates him at No.3. Hope he makes a lot of money and enjoys his time. Some players struggle with the change, be it in France, England or Japan.
Striking teachers have lost the war, even if they win a small pay battle
The quality of a teacher is more based on how well they connect with and engage students. No amount of training or papers give you those attributes.
Pocket rocket Ngani Laumape gets chance to make his big move in Bledisloe II
Choosing Laumape is not that radical. Management cited combinations last week by choosing Crotty/Goodhue, which I totally agree with. If Crotty returns then that is still a great option. So this week its an established 10/12 combo. ALB is awesome too. And there are plenty of others in the midfield who are a whisker away, just like in the outside backs. ABs second team would likely deal to most internationals.
Let's not be hypocrites in our rush to send Ryan Crotty into retirement
Totally agree. Whenever the boxing debate comes up supporters argue that people die from head injuries in mountain climbing, skiing, horse riding, etc. so why pick on boxing. But the aim of those sports is to be faster, go higher, etc. and injuries are a result of the risks involved. The primary aim in boxing is to inflict brain trauma upon your opponent. Thats the bottom line.
Picking a surname a double-barrelled dilemma for any expecting parents
As a teacher, whether or not a student has a â˜double-banger surname makes no difference to â˜bratness! It would be a shame if, at the start of each year, you pre-judged a student based on their name.
All Blacks v England: Steve Hansen gives All Blacks licence to thrill in London
I think TJ edges Smith at the moment. Apart from that, and possibly SBW, it looks threatening across the park. Great to have Retallick starting, and Todd and Coles off the bench. Actually Ive just re-read the bench - it looks terrifying for England.
Midterm result will deliver more chaos as divisions in US get deeper
If you think the Democrats are socialist you need to get educated. They are further right than our National Party. Its just the Republicans are way, way further.
School a ‘babysitting service’ because of lack of relief teachers, principals say
I can explain. By law schools have to open for student instruction a set number of half days each year. 384 I think. So when a school has a teacher only day during a term they have to then extend the end of the school year by a day. So parents dont have any more days to look after their kids ( as thats what most parents complain about). But lots of parents dont understand this.
Damian McKenzie picked to play fullback for the All Blacks v Wallabies
Last year yes, but hasnt fired this year at all.
A 'grand final' loss to the Crusaders would be no disgrace for Hurricanes
The Chiefs ended on 49 pts. More than the Lions, Waratahs and Highlanders.
Busy Canterbury tourist village trialling smoking ban
Singapore doesnt have freedom of choice. Its $500 fine for chewing gum. $200 for jaywalking.
Beauden Barrett now prepared to hand over goalkicking tee more regularly
Exactly. If a writer is going to quote stats to support an argument, then they need to get them right. Mounga kicked three from four. In Super Rugby this year Mounga was 78%, Barrett 84%.
Reserve Bank interest rate call sends NZ dollar tumbling
So does that mean when the dollar was considerably lower (check out the rates over the last 5 years) during Nationals tenure it was National strikes again!? Or is it selective?
Award stickers can make you think the wine tastes better
You need to spread your wings more
World Cup 2018: Croatia knock England out after extra-time winner in semifinal
England havent been one of the better teams. Close shaves in most games. This loss was bound to happen. At least some improvement on previous cups.
After stoush with My Food Bag, HelloFresh launches in New Zealand
The amount of plastic packaging generated by My Food Bag is astonishing. For example a tiny 50g of fried onions in a lidded plastic container. Crazy in these times.
Striking teachers have lost the war, even if they win a small pay battle
Yes we did. But that doesnt state that its a private fee paying school either.
US President Donald Trump rips LeBron James' smarts hours before rally
Absolutely wrong. I think you are confusing GMO with selective breeding. Do some research.
School a ‘babysitting service’ because of lack of relief teachers, principals say
Lots of people misquote John Hattie for convenience. His findings on homework are often misquoted also.
Second-half masterclass from All Blacks inflicts more Bledisloe woe on Wallabies
Most acknowledge how great the Crusaders are. I do. But the Canes have made the semis or better in a 16 team comp over the last four years. I think that is better than average.
Ryan Crotty and Sam Cane both declared fit for All Blacks selection on Saturday
Name them on the bench in non-starting roles? As opposed to naming them on the bench in starting roles?
All Blacks revealed as 'mere mortals' as Springboks win gives world rugby fresh hope
??? ABs won in 87 then it took 24 years of â˜choking to win the second. Sure there was some poisoning and forward passes along the way. Im an ABs fan but we arent immune to the choke either. First rule in sport - dont get cocky.
Bath fullback Freddie Burns bombs match-winning try against Toulouse
Hitting the post with a kick is nowhere near the same type of error.
How the All Blacks players rated against England at Twickenham
I wouldnt be surprised to hear of Laumape on a plane right now if only to be on the bench. Can cover midfield and wing.
Beauden Barrett writes himself into rugby record books after awesome foursome
Why not celebrate achievements? One of the saddest sporting moments in rugby history was Englands on-field celebrating at Old Trafford after being thrashed 25-8 by the All Blacks in 1997. Geez...
From $6.4b to $171m: EQC's disaster fund forecast to run out next year
Real stuff? You wouldnt have the guts to stand up in front of the people of Christchurch and Kaikoura and say that. Shame on you. Remind me how many people died in Chch? How many lives ruined?
Primary teachers and principals strike for first time since 1994
A teacher only day has to be made up later in the year.
Visa rejected after Australian man told his wife is his sister
Its 66-1, not 1-66
All Blacks' golden generation can take the world by storm: Mark Reason
BB usually plays 80 and often gets shifted to fullback.
All Blacks' golden generation can take the world by storm: Mark Reason
@mrzen. You were right the first time. 9 is not generally first receiver unless its a move off the back of the scrum. 2nd five is second receiver.
Lily Allen reveals she slept with female escorts during her Sheezus tour in 2014
Aaron Smith?
School a ‘babysitting service’ because of lack of relief teachers, principals say
Same at my school. First time in 17 years.
How the All Blacks players rated against Argentina in Nelson
??? I think that was the ABs made 13 errors in the first half, 7 in the second - not just one player. You love to hate BB. Keep up the good work. I agree Mounga was better than a 5 tho, a reasonable start in a first test for sure.
All Blacks likely to tinker with lineup for Argentina as they look to grow depth
Stephen Jones
Lily Allen reveals she slept with female escorts during her Sheezus tour in 2014
You can have a lot of fun with bolster pillows......
Damian McKenzie does enough to hush critics after scoring 24 points
Not a SBW fan but his tackle was legit. Used his arms. Please rewatch with eyes open.
How the All Blacks players rated against the Wallabies in Bledisloe I in Sydney
Or could have been worse. Well never know. Big pressure from Aus in that period. Many mistakes across the team.
Dane Coles has immediate impact for Wellington as Taranaki relegated
I think Taylor has rightfully gained the starting role with Coles as super sub.
Hot to trot All Blacks on track for biggest try-scoring year in history
You clearly dont understand the current management teams strategy then. Its all about scoring more tries than the opposition. Its been like that for years, hence the fast pace, forced passes, etc. High risk, high return, relying on perfect execution. And with Hansens succes record you cant deny it works.
Primary teachers and principals confirm nationwide strike after facilitation talks fail
Only just been frozen by Labour. Twenty years ago teachers got the same as a backbench MP. Now they get half in comparison.
Beanies banned at school, even on frosty mornings
The principal is on the BoT as is a teacher trustee.
'Like a red flag to a bull': Principals criticise new pay offers
The teachers ARE the union
Chiefs left to rue missed chances in Super Rugby quarterfinal loss to Hurricanes
When was he outplayed by Savea? Savea hasnt played since June 23, when he injured his ankle against France. Cane hasnt played against Todd since June 2. Sorry, but your alternative facts dont cut it.
Award stickers can make you think the wine tastes better
The worst industry awards I was ever involved in was awards for best radio ad. They came in gold from some 29th floor hotel room in the States. Weird.
Striking teachers call for greater incentives to stay in profession
Cue the commenters who have no real idea about the teaching profession and just want to spout their uninformed opinions. Please thumbs down this - the more the better.
Beauden Barrett writes himself into rugby record books after awesome foursome
yes. opinion piece on the state of Aussie rugby
Let's not be hypocrites in our rush to send Ryan Crotty into retirement
I heard it explained by a sports doctor a while ago. He said the impact needed to cause concussion was like a fall of approx. 3 metres. If you drop a watermelon from 3m, it shatters and the insides turn to mush. If you put a watermelon inside headgear and do the same, it doesnt shatter, but the insides still turn to mush.
A 'grand final' loss to the Crusaders would be no disgrace for Hurricanes
You missed my point. That the absurd conference system didnt give the chiefs a home quarter.
Teacher strike 'about the kids' as parents lobbied at school gates
Teacher-only days have no effect on the numbers of days teaching kids. If a school has a TOD, then anpother day is added at the end of the year to compensate. Please name the better ways? Im interested what they are.
All Blacks' golden generation can take the world by storm: Mark Reason
Exactly. Leave BB out for another week. I agree YTB!
TJ Perenara try leaves Chiefs coach Colin Cooper a little confused
Since when is a conversion lucky? And if it hadnt gone over then BB TJ and Riccitelli wouldnt have been subbed and who knows what would have happened.
All Blacks and Crusaders flanker Matt Todd signs short-term deal with the Panasonic Wild Knights
To you and all the others who commented didnt you read the article - hes coming back in 2019, well when the article was originally posted by Stuff, and was commented on, it said he was leaving for Japan and there was NO mention of him returning.
Teacher strike 'about the kids' as parents lobbied at school gates
Do you know when teachers last had a pay rise? Suggest you do some research.
Visa rejected after Australian man told his wife is his sister
Bruce - you are completely wrong on that statement. Think more deeply.
Teacher strike 'about the kids' as parents lobbied at school gates
Perhaps more money could be spent on initiatives to attract more teachers if that is required instead. - The initiative is........pay the teachers more so more are attracted - doh!
Award stickers can make you think the wine tastes better
Agree with one and two. Not sure three is relevant. It is what it is.
Protected leopard seal shot in the face as it lay on Northland beach
This is my second attempt to place a factual comment on this thread. In 2005 an All Black was convicted and fined, along with two others, for shooting a fur seal in Otago. There seems to be an abundance of string em up, throw away the key, shoot them, etc. comments, but I bet the same rules dont apply to rugby royalty?
Beauden Barrett stars as All Blacks retain Bledisloe Cup over Wallabies
@Consider. If you need that explained, then thats his point.
All Blacks overcome a bit of adversity to beat determined Argentina in Nelson
ABs. TTT. TJP. BB. DMac. ALB. Lol.
Damian McKenzie does enough to hush critics after scoring 24 points
Even if he did have a full game there are too many variables to compare players. What if the pack has an off day and are always going backwards? What if the opposition are on fire? What if the opposition have an off day? What if your halfback has a shocker? There's NEVER any way to compare players from one test to the next. Too many variables.
Pete Samu: Richie Mo'unga should start at 10 for All Blacks in first Bledisloe Cup test
Mounga certainly deserves to be in the mix, and Barrett and McKenzie are established and can play more than one position, but test rugby is a different beast, BB has looked flat and lacked spark in his running game, but its funny how the main complaint about him in the last two seasons has been his goal kicking. If only he could kick goals, hell lose us a test because of it.... Super stats 2018 - BB 85%, Mounga 78%, McKenzie 74%. So lets hope he gets his mojo back behind a good pack.
How Steve Hansens inexperienced All Blacks rated against Japan in Tokyo test
It was Japan...
The Kiwi sporting conundrum: to tune in to the wild Warriors or awesome All Blacks?
Like scrums and line outs
All Blacks clinch victory at Twickenham as controversial TMO call costs England
Every player can be stitched up like that running back. Ive see the great Ben Smith have that done to him. Its impossible to counter.
Primary teachers and principals confirm nationwide strike after facilitation talks fail
@myham. And Id like to see your average manual labourer cope with a class of thirty kids. Ive done both, each for more than fifteen years, and I know which is easier.
Beauden Barrett now prepared to hand over goalkicking tee more regularly
@annon. Well you could also factor in that Barrett has to kick half of his in windy Wellington whereas Mounga has half of his in Chch.
A 'grand final' loss to the Crusaders would be no disgrace for Hurricanes
@crusaders4life. You missed his point. Reread.
How the All Blacks players rated against Argentina in Nelson
Ive watched the best fullback in the world ,Ben Smith, get turned inside out like that too. Nothing you can do about it.
Hurricanes wing Ben Lam 'frustrated' by his recent role as spectator
Unless he transfers to Canterbury. Then he'd be awesome.
Malcolm Turnbull digs in, Julie Bishop sounds out support in Australia's leadership challenge
More likely this year now
How the All Blacks players rated against the Wallabies in Bledisloe III in Yokohama
??? Savea was voted by Stuff readers as the player of this years Rugby Championship. How do you get â˜one in a row anyway?
TJ Perenara says the All Blacks set for a dropped goal but thought better of it
I dont think youre allowed to throw it over. Pretty sure the rules say you have to kick it.
Potential recount an unwanted distraction for Wellington Mayor-Elect Andy Foster
If Foster lost by 62 votes I’m pretty sure he would be keen on a recount too. Fair enough either way.
No margin for error as All Blacks seek to re-introduce Ryan Crotty and Sam Cane
How many times does it have to be repeated? Head gear does not protect the wearer from concussion, just cuts and cauliflower ears.
Striking teachers have lost the war, even if they win a small pay battle
The unions are making it embarrassing to want to be a teacher. Does Alwyn realise the union IS the teachers?
Analysing ABs No 10 debate: Why Richie Mo'unga makes Beauden Barrett better
But not yet at test level. Or are they the same in your opinion?
New sub-killer planes may never fire in anger but Govt wants the option
The decision on MPB was popular and needed taking. Nats sat on their hands on that one. Most farmers would say that was a needed decision.
Analysing ABs No 10 debate: Why Richie Mo'unga makes Beauden Barrett better
But not yet at test level. Or are they the same in your opinion?
Analysing ABs No 10 debate: Why Richie Mo'unga makes Beauden Barrett better
But not yet at test level. Or are they the same in your opinion?
Primary teachers and principals strike for first time since 1994
She was on the steps....
How the All Blacks players rated against Argentina in Nelson
A bit harsh on Mounga. A six from me and a good first up test. Pretty solid but not sure he has the gas for both finishing or for cover defence.
Wellington named New Zealand's top destination by Lonely Planet
1 and 2 not needed. 3 - yes.