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It was a whirlwind weekend for Jesse Randall. On the Saturday the Auckland FC winger was the star of the Kiwi derby, tormenting the Wellington Phoenix with his pace, as he made one goal for Sam Cosgrove then scored the second himself, which was decisive in the 2-1 win. Then, on Sunday morning, he got a phone call from national coach Darren Bazeley, telling him to get ready for a flight to Houston the following day, as a late call-up for the All Whites. Randall told Piney it came as a bit of a surprise, but a nice one. “I'm always ready to pick up the phone if it's being rung by [Bazeley].” LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Wellington Phoenix women lost more than half of their attending fans last season. On average the Phoenix had 739 people at their home games at Porirua Park in the 2024/25 A-League Women competition. According to a Professional Footballers Australia report this was 61 percent fewer fans than the previous season and the biggest decline in the 12-team competition. Sports reporter Felicity Reid spoke to Lisa Owen.

This week in the Niche Cache we start by celebrating Jacob Duffy's T20 bowling excellence for Blackcaps, Steven Adams' role in Houston Rockets highlights, react to the Auckland FC vs Wellington Phoenix derby and check in with Joe Bell's recent mahi. Then we discuss the Pacific Championships final and all angles of the Kiwis success. NZ Breakers had another loss and the bad vibes are stacking up, while All Whites are preparing for another wave of games with a weakened squad. Wellington Phoenix women had a draw to start their season and we finish with a crossover between Blackcaps T20 cricket and Ford Trophy. (00:00) Jacob Duffy(05:37) Steven Adams(13:00) Auckland FC vs Wellington Phoenix(28:51) Joe Bell(37:16) Mindfulness(40:36) Kiwis Pacific Championships(01:21:30) NZ Breakers(01:38:15) More Auckland FC vs Wellington Phoenix(01:56:02) All Whites(02:03:08) Phoenix women(02:14:28) Blackcaps and Ford TrophyPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/elnichecacheNewsletter: https://thenichecache.substack.comHook us up with a brew: https://buymeacoffee.com/thenichecachethenichecache@gmail.com

Jason Pine and Andrew Saville join Mike Hosking this morning to discuss the weekend's sports. On the table today: The All Blacks fended off an impressive comeback from Scotland to secure a win in Edinburgh. Auckland FC and Wellington Phoenix had a fiery game that saw on-pitch brawls and red cards issued. And Liam Lawson finished 7th in the Brazilian GP after a successful one-stop strategy. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Auckland FC coach Steve Corica's voicing his disagreement with the first of two red cards they copped - despite prevailing in the opening New Zealand derby of the new season in football's A-League. The visitors were 2-1 victors over the Phoenix in Wellington, but had to survive the sending offs of Dan Hall in the 49th minute and Logan Rogerson in the 79th. Coach Steve Corica joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Phoenix Star Paul Ifill joins the show to talk A-League 2025/26, Wellington Phoenix v Auckland FC Derby 1 result, standout performances, officiating, red cards & more Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's the first NZ football derby of the new A-League season tonight, Auckland FC traveling down to meet the Wellington Phoenix on their home turf. They're looking to maintain their undefeated streak against their counterparts, with injury lay-offs on both sides. Defender Francis De Vries is a key component for Auckland FC, his plays providing ample goal scoring opportunities for the team's attackers. He joined Piney for a chat about their plans to nullify the Phoenix's threat, and delved into how big of a deal a derby is. “I think it's a fantastic thing for all of New Zealand to have two teams in the competition and two opportunities for Kiwi players to step up and, and show the capabilities that we have in this country.” LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Wellington Phoenix are aiming to break their NZ derby duck this weekend as Auckland FC comes to town. The Phoenix lost all three derby games last year, culminating in a 6-1 humiliation at the hands of their opponents at Mt Smart. Defender Lukas Kelly-Heald joined Piney to discuss the importance of the Phoenix claiming their first win over the Auckland team. “We're really looking forward to an unbeaten start to the season.” LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast for 8th November 2025, with the All Blacks set to face Scotland at Murrayfield, former All Blacks and Scotland assistant coach Brad Mooar and former Scottish player Brendan Laney joined to preview the test. The A-League's NZ derby returns to Wellington tonight, so Auckland FC's Francis De Vries and Wellington Phoenix's Lukas Kelly-Heald joined Piney ahead of the big match. And Mark Chapman reflects on his match winning know against the West Indies. Get the Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast every Saturday and Sunday afternoon on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tonight's NZ derby has sparked some memories for a former Wellington Phoenix player. Former attacker David Williams only spent one season in Wellington, but he quickly became a fan favourite in the 2018-2019 season. He most recently played for Perth Glory and now is looking for his next opportunity. He joined Piney on the show to chat about where his career has taken him since his Wellington days and to reflect on his time in the capital. “It's one of those journeys that I've really, really enjoyed. And to this day, my wife and I still speak about my time in Wellington.” LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The second season of the New Zealand derby in the A-League kicks off tomorrow night in Wellington. Auckland FC and the Wellington Phoenix will again play three times this season - with the Phoenix still chasing their first victory against the northern neighbours. Sports reporter Felicity Reid spoke to Lisa Owen.

It's New Zealand derby day in the A-League and with both Auckland FC and the Wellington Phoenix sitting unbeaten and in the top 4, its shaping up to be another cracker. Auckland currently hold the bragging rights, having won all three encounters last year, but that adds to the atmosphere as the Phoenix will be looking to spoil the party at home. Sam Cosgrove is a Striker for Auckland FC and he joined D'Arcy to reflect on the season so far and look ahead to the clash tonight. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

For this week's Friday Sport Kick-off, Jason Pine and Adam Cooper join Nick Mills to discuss Saturday's big Wellington Phoenix double header at Sky Stadium, and why ticket sales have been lower than expected. They also rate Scotland's chances of facing the All Blacks and discuss Scott Robertson's selections for Sunday morning's test. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wellington Phoenix Women Coach Bev Priestman joins the show to talk Nix Women A-League 2025/26, squad, coaching team, preparations & more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week in the Niche Cache we celebrate NZ Kiwis, Blackcaps, Steven Adams and prepare for the Aotearoa A-League Derby. We chat through some Pacific Championships stuff, compare Auckland FC and Wellington Phoenix coaching, update how Steven Adams is tracking in the NBA and check in with the NZ Breakers chaos after a big win. Then we dive deeper into Blackcaps who swept aside England in the ODI series and now prepare for a T20 series against West Indies. That means talking through two different squads, players out of form like Will Young and the depth in both formats with some Ford Trophy weaved in for more context. Before we hit up the kiwi derby, an All Whites squad was announced which included Sarpreet Singh after his goal on the weekend and we offer some background information for Kees Sims. We also update the New Zealand flavour for Newcastle Jets women and how Lara Colpi is tracking.(00:00) NZ Kiwis vs Tonga(15:04) Aotearoa derby coaches(24:10) Steven Adams(36:06) NZ Breakers(38:28) Mindfulness(41:36) Blackcaps (01:16:45) - Sarpreet Singh & Flying Kiwis(01:27:48) All Whites squad(01:35:15) Newcastle Jets Women(01:38:24) Wellington Phoenix vs Auckland FCPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/elnichecacheNewsletter: https://thenichecache.substack.comHook us up with a brew: https://buymeacoffee.com/thenichecachethenichecache@gmail.com

The Wellington Phoenix will kick start their A-league women's campaign at home this week against Canberra United after sitting out the first week. With a new coach, new import players and the additon of a championship winner the side believe they'll finally get into the playoffs. Sports reporter Felicity Reid spoke to Lisa Owen.

Excitement's brewing ahead of another A-League season for the Wellington Phoenix women's side. Some new names have been signed on, including current Football Ferns goalkeeper Victoria Esson - as well as some new overseas talent. Tessel Middag is one of these new overseas players, and she joined Piney to discuss further. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week in the Niche Cache we start with a few rugby league notes with signing news and Pacific Championship stuff before celebrating Jackson Ball's rise to a starting role with Illawarra in the NBL. We break down another NZ Breakers loss and updated Steven Adams' start to the NBA season before going into the Wellington Phoenix and Auckland FC estuaries. Both teams had home wins over the weekend with kiwis like Corban Piper, Xuan Loke and Jesse Randell impressing. Football Ferns have been in action as well and Macey Fraser popped up in the Women's National League. The cool cats lead our Flying Kiwis round up this week with Marko Stamenic, Elijah Just and Matthew Garbett. Then we wrap up a stinky ODI World Cup for White Ferns, before talking through the best Blackcaps performers vs England in Daryl Mitchell, Matt Henry and Zak Foulkes. Ford Trophy started last weekend so we finish with plenty of domestic cricket including Henry Nicholls' centuries, seaming all-rounders and the best emerging talent for each team.(00:30) NRL/Pacific Championships(14:45) Mindfulness(17:25) NBL/NBA(33:35) A-League(59:52) Football Ferns(01:11:19) Flying Kiwis(01:18:40) White Ferns(01:24:27) Blackcaps(01:39:17) Ford TrophyPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/elnichecacheNewsletter: https://thenichecache.substack.comHook us up with a brew: https://buymeacoffee.com/thenichecachethenichecache@gmail.com

All Whites Great David Chote joins the show to review round 2 of the A-league including, Auckland FC 1-0 win at home, Wellington Phoenix 2-1 win at home, a whip around the grounds, EPL action & more Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Wellington Phoenix will host Brisbane Roar in round two of the A-League Men at Sky Stadium. The Phoenix are determined to boost their luck at Sky Stadium after only one significant win at home last season. Alex Rufer from the Wellington Phoenix explained further. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

For this week's Friday Sport Kickoff, Nick Mills was joined by Adam Cooper, with a cameo appearance from the Alternative Commentary Collective's Mike Lane to talk about their upcoming Wellington event. They talked about the rain-affected Black Caps summer so far, the Wellington Phoenix's first home game of the season and Saturday's NPC final. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week in the Niche Cache we celebrate a tremendous start to the Pacific Championships and how New Zealand's teams respond to the unique atmosphere on offer. Then we touch on a Blackcaps spin issue in T20Is and the White Ferns top order struggling for runs at the World Cup, before breaking down two draws for Aotearoa's A-League teams in Auckland FC and Wellington Phoenix. NZ Breakers are repeating a win-loss cycle in the NBL with Carlin Davison emerging as an exciting kiwi athlete and Steven Adams is about to start his NBA season. We swing back around to digest some Kiwis, Kiwi Ferns and Samoa details before chatting through some young players to watch out for in Ford Trophy as the cricket season starts in New Zealand. Chris Wood has a new manager at Nottingham Forest, Kosta Barbarouses scored in his first game for Western Sydney and Callum McCowatt scored another goal for Silkeborg which gives us three funky All Whites attackers to compare and contrast.(00:00) Pacific Championships(16:14) Blackcaps & White Ferns(25:50) A-League(39:02) NZ Breakers(51:33) Steven Adams(59:10) Mindfulness(01:01:36) More Kiwis & Kiwi Ferns(01:23:00) Ford Trophy (01:36:17) Chris Wood/Kosta Barbarouses/Callum McCowattPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/elnichecacheNewsletter: https://thenichecache.substack.comHook us up with a brew: https://buymeacoffee.com/thenichecachethenichecache@gmail.com

New Zealand's first sports school will open next year, in a partnership with Wellington Phoenix. The New Zealand Performance Academy in Upper Hutt will operate as a charter school for serious aspiring sportspeople. The academy will initially offer elite football training alongside the Wellington Phoenix Academy, as well as rugby training. Other sports will be added over time. The school will teach a nationally recognised curriculum along with key skills such as leadership, mental health and nutrition. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New Zealand's first-ever specialised elite sports school is set to open its doors next year, giving future athletes a space to study while building their sports careers. This charter school will be run by the New Zealand Performance Academy Aotearoa and be based at Upper Hutt's NZ Campus of Innovation and Sport. Wellington Phoenix general manager David Dome says plenty of research was carried out into developing this programme. "We looked at how the Americans did it, how they did it in Europe and Spain and Italy, and it was really combining education and sports - and it was really hard for us to do that at the time, given that there was only the state school alternative that we couldn't really be part of." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Monday, 20 October 2025, inflation is up three percent - driven by large increases to electricity and rates bills. Kiwibank's Jarrod Kerr says this shouldn't stop the Reserve Bank from cutting the OCR further. Labour's Chris Hipkins explains his party's first new policy in two years - the NZ Future Fund. The scandals keep coming. Prince Andrew has promised he won't use his royal titles but should the UK Government go further and completely take them off him? Wellington Phoenix boss David Dome explains why his club is supporting New Zealand's first sports school. Also - Associate Finance Minister Chris Bishop on the cost of speeding ticket and ANZ boss Antonia Watson on having the rug pulled from under her by the Government. Plus, the Huddle debates Labour's Future fund and whether we really need a new giant blueberry. Get the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast every weekday evening on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Do you have a future All Black in the family? If you've been wondering where to send them for school, an intriguing new option will soon be available. New Zealand Performance Academy Aotearoa is opening a charter school in Upper Hutt for students who are also high performance athletes. They're working closely with the Wellington Phoenix's academy. David Dome explained the idea to Jason Pine on Sportstalk. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New Zealand's first sports school will open next year, in a partnership with Wellington Phoenix. The New Zealand Performance Academy in Upper Hutt will operate as a charter school for serious aspiring sportspeople. The academy will initially offer elite football training alongside the Wellington Phoenix Academy, as well as rugby training. New Zealand Performance Academy Aotearoa Board Member Brett O'Riely told Kerre Woodham that, “a lot of the momentum came from the students and parents.” LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wellington Pheonix FC finished near the bottom end of the table last season, whilst rivals Auckland FC topped the chart. Wellington Phoenix Head Coach Giancarlo Italiano chats with Jason Pine about how the team's switching their playstyle this season, what self-reflections he had after last season, and what plans they have to top the competition. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week in the Niche Cache we start by breaking down Blackcaps T20 matters ahead of the series vs England and chuckle at the Kane Williamson situation. Then we update the White Ferns ODI World Cup campaign and how NZ Breakers slipped up with another loss early in their NBL season. We chat through lots of football led by All Whites who had another solid performance in losing to Poland and Football Ferns are preparing for their international window coming up. Auckland FC and Wellington Phoenix start their A-League season with away trips this weekend, plus Luke Flowerdew is shining for Phoenix Reserves in the National League. We finish with some NZ Warriors news as they signed Alofiana Khan-Pereira and have had some headline buzz about junior signings.(00:00) Blackcaps(41:36) Mindfulness(45:33) White Ferns(52:40) NZ Breakers(01:15:10) All Whites(01:35:26) Football Ferns(01:52:10) A-League/National League(02:09:44) NZ WarriorsPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/elnichecacheNewsletter: https://thenichecache.substack.comHook us up with a brew: https://buymeacoffee.com/thenichecachethenichecache@gmail.com

This week in the Niche Cache we start by celebrating Callum McCowatt's perfect footballing hat-trick for Silkeborg IF in Denmark and Otago winning the Ranfurly Shield. Then we chat through a tough start to the NBL season for NZ Breakers who had two heavy losses and break down Isaiah Papali'i's NRL Finals form as well as all New Zealand angles in NRL/NRLW Finals. Chris Wood has a new coach at Nottingham Forest and we discuss some National League key points ahead of the new season, then we finish with White Ferns form and Blackcaps T20 strike-rates.(00:00) Callum McCowatt(14:03) Ranfurly Shield(18:22) Mindfulness(24:38) NZ Breakers(41:51) NRL/NRLW(01:12:26) Chris Wood(01:16:21) Wellington Phoenix(01:23:28) National League(01:34:59) White Ferns/BlackcapsPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/elnichecacheNewsletter: https://thenichecache.substack.comHook us up with a brew: https://buymeacoffee.com/thenichecachethenichecache@gmail.com

The Wellington Phoenix have been dumped out in the quarter-finals of the Australia Cup after being stunned 4-nil by second tier side Heidelberg United.

The Wellington Phoenix have suffered an embarassing exit from the Australia Cup with the A-League side stunned 4-nil by second tier side Heidelberg United in last night's quarter-final in Melbourne.

The Wellington Phoenix are heading home with their tails between their legs after being dumped out of the Australia Cup by second tier side Heidelberg United in the quarter-finals.

New Zealand All Whites star and new Western Sydney Wanderers recruit Kosta Barbarouses sits down with Tom and Nick to talk all things Football! From his rise to the A League and playing under Ange Postecoglou, to his eye-opening stints playing in Russia and in Greece with Panathinaikos, World Cup Qualifiers and  Olympic campaigns, Kostas story is mandatory listening for all fans of the World Game. This episode is proudly brought to you by:Bay Vista: https://www.bayvista.com.au/The Greek Providore: https://thegreekprovidore.com.au/Send us a textThe Greek Providore - proud sponsors of this episode of Ouzo Talk Support the showEmail us at ouzotalk@outlook.comSubscribe to our Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@OuzoTalkFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OuzoTalkFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ouzo_talk/

Football coach Bev Priestman will take charge of the Wellington Phoenix women's team for the next two A-League seasons. The announcement comes as the English national's one-year ban from any football-related activity concludes following her role in Canada's drone use at last year's Paris Olympics. Wellington Phoenix Director of Football Shaun Gill joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Football Ferns defender C.J Bott is delighted to sign for her hometown club - the Wellington Phoenix. The 50-cap New Zealand international is new coach Bev Priestman's first signing. She joined Piney to discuss her new role. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Finn Caddie joins ACC Head G Lane to discuss former Aussie cricketer John Hastings going full Daryl Tuffey and bowling the worst over ever (00:00)!WATCH THE FULL EPISODE ON OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL HERE!Then the fellas review Day 1 of the Black Caps vs the Tradies XI in Bulawayo (08:15), and some fantastic inside knowledge about the Groundsman at The Oval (16:45)... Plus, with the NPC kicking off tonight, Lane lays down a massive 8-Leg TAB Multi (18:50), and the Wellington Phoenix have hired the 'Drone Spying Canadian Coach' (24:30)...Finally, they get to your feedback in 'Yours Please' (28:00)...Brought to you by Export Ultra! Follow The ACC on Instagram or Facebook or TikTok Subscribe to The Agenda Podcast now on iHeartRadio, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts! iHeartRadio Apple Spotify YouTube THANKS MATE! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Wellington Phoenix have hired the former Canadian coach at the centre of the Olympic drone scandal in 2024. Sports reporter Jonty Dine spoke to Lisa Owen.

An appointment sure to pique the interest of many New Zealand football followers. Olympic gold medal-winning coach Bev Priestman's penned a two-year deal to take charge of the Phoenix women's side. Priestman —who led the Canadian women's team to Olympic glory in 2021— has just finished serving a one-year ban from the game for her role in the Canadian team's misuse of drones at last year's Olympics. She told Mike Hosking that it's a long suspension and not something she's proud of, but in that time she's had a chance to learn, reflect, and grow. Priestman says she can't wait to get on the grass and do what she loves every day again. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week we talk about the final two games of the Australia and New Zealand tour against Sydney FC and Wellington Phoenix and ask if the club are making the best use of pre season by travelling abroad. We discuss new signing Liberato Cacace, a few more transfer rumours that are brewing and the release of the new Wrexham AFC away shirt.We also look at two more teams that we are set to face in the Championship next season, as we profile Blackburn Rovers & Ipswich Town, read out all of your comments from the week and Siân has a go at this week's quiz.Click to message the show

Mark Griffiths reports on the final game of the southern hemisphere tour.

Mark Griffiths digs into Wrexham's defeat in New Zealand.

Welsh football arrives on our shores this weekend with the Wellington Phoenix playing Wrexham in a pre-season clash. Wrexham's Hollywood owners have helped bring attention to the club off the pitch, while the players have achieved three successive promotions from non-league football to the English Championship on the pitch. But Wrexham aren't the only club getting the celebrity treatment. Sports reporter Felicity Reid spoke to Melissa Chan-Green.

This week, the trio look at Wrexham's new away shirt, look back at England Women v Cymru Women, Melbourne Victory v Wrexham, Sydney FC v Wrexham, look at Wrexham Academy, look forward to Wellington Phoenix v Wrexham. They also chat about what Wrexham have to look forward to in the championship.

On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Friday 18th of July, new stats reveal that Jobseeker numbers are still rising – Social Development Minister Louise Upston explains the situation. Some big sporting events are happening this weekend, with the All Blacks' third and final test against France and the Wellington Phoenix's clash against Wrexham. Trish Sherson and Tim Wilson Wrap the Week that was, talking about Woolworth's prize offerings and KiwiRail banning staff from taking sleeping pills. Get the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast every weekday morning on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Wellington Phoenix are desperate to land a high-profile scalp when they confront Wrexham in the Capital on Saturday. The Nix are keen to bury last year's disappointing 11th place in the A-League. Crowds are expected to comfortably surpass 20 thousand. Phoenix General Manager David Dome told Heather du Plessis-Allan that Sydney beat them 2-1 last weekend, and he knows for a fact that their academy is better than Sydney's. He says they'll put out a very good team on the ground, and they definitely have it in them to beat the Welsh club. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wellington waits with open arms as anticipation builds for the arrival of Welsh football club Wrexham. Owned by Hollywood stars Ryan Reynolds and Rob Mac, Wrexham AFC is due to visit the capital for a friendly against the Phoenix on July 19. New data from Booking.com shows Wellington is the most searched NZ location on the site, with interest in accommodation up 600%. WellingtonNZ Events Manager Heidi Morton told Heather du Plessis-Allan the city offers a great opportunity for a unique location. She says there's still rooms and tickets available. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Wellington Phoenix have helped make a goalkeeper's dream come true. Football Fern Victoria Esson has signed with the A-League club on a one season deal, allowing her to play professionally for the first time at home. Sports reporter Felicity Reid spoke to Lisa Owen.

The Wellington Phoenix's inability to retain successful players is in the spotlight again. All Whites striker Kosta Barbarouses is the latest player to turn his back on the A-League club saying he wants to get game time elsewhere ahead of next year's Football World cup. Sports reporter Felicity Reid spoke to Lisa Owen.

The Hollywood-backed Welsh football club have confirmed they'll play the Wellington Phoenix as part of their Wrexham Down Under Tour. Sports reporter Felicity Reid spoke to Lisa Owen.