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• A "New Leaf": Dame Noeline Taurua and Netball NZ Resolve Stand-off

  Published: Apr 25, 2026

  Section: Sports

  In a stark contrast to the public friction of 2025, Silver Ferns head coach Dame Noeline Taurua and Netball New Zealand’s new leadership have signaled a genuine reconciliation as t...

• Briony Akle Returns as Silver Ferns Assistant Coach Following Coaching Turmoil

  Published: Apr 25, 2026

  Section: Sports

  In a significant move for New Zealand netball, Australian Briony Akle has been officially appointed as the Silver Ferns assistant coach, reuniting with Dame Noeline Taurua just mon...

• Silver Ferns Rebuild: Dame Noeline Taurua and Netball NZ Present United Front Ahead of 2026 Commonwealth Games

  Published: Apr 24, 2026

  Section: Sports

  Following a tumultuous year defined by coaching suspensions and executive resignations, Silver Ferns head coach Dame Noeline Taurua and interim Netball NZ CEO Jane Patterson have s...