Local Colour

Please forgive a little self indulgence as I offer a salute to the end of summer, and the cricket season, in Taranaki. It will be many long months before the sun shines on another game of cricket at Pukekura Park but I know it will be worth the wait.

Now That's A Trophy

Now oversize maces and golden orbs are all very well, but I like my trophies with a bit of age and tradition to them. This folks, may not be a cricket trophy, but where I come from, bringing this baby home is about the equivalent of winning the world cup - in any sport. I don't know how long Taranaki will hold the Ranfurly Shield but it will be centre stage for the entire time.