The Couch Crew - Campbell Rollo

This week Chris Butler is joined by Nelson City Councillor Campbell Rollo to discuss his second term on Council, the key issues facing the Tahunanui Ward, his new role as Nelson City Council's Sports Liaison, and his continued passion for hockey and football. We also wrap up all the latest local sport, including hockey, basketball, netball, rugby, football, the announcement of the 2026 Tasman Mako squad, and Nelson Suburbs' impressive Chatham Cup quarter-final run. Plus, we cover the latest from the FIFA World Cup 2026, the All Blacks, State of Origin and the biggest sporting headlines from around the world.

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The Couch Crew - Neil Connell Nelson Suburbs

Join Chris Butler and special guest co-host Neil Connell on this week's episode as we wrap up all the latest from local and international sport. We cover Nelson hockey, basketball, netball, rugby and football, preview the Tasman Trophy Finals, look at the latest FIFA World Cup 2026 action, and finish with world sport headlines including the All Blacks' preparations for France and the Black Caps' historic Test series win over England.

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Thanks to our sponsors NBS and The Turf Hotel for their support.

The Couch Crew - Jo Edwards - World Bowls Legend

This week Chris Butler and Ryan "Skippy" Stewart are joined by New Zealand lawn bowls legend Jo Edwards, who reflects on an incredible international career featuring three Commonwealth Games gold medals, 646 Blackjacks tests and six World Cup Indoor Singles titles. We also cover all the latest local and international sport, including hockey, Nelson Giants basketball, netball, Tasman rugby, football, the Super Rugby Pacific Grand Final, FIFA World Cup 2026, and cricket, with Matt Henry becoming the world's No.1 ranked Test bowler and the White Ferns keeping their Women's T20 World Cup campaign alive.

Ways to Listen:  Facebook & Instagram  Spotify: NBS Talk Nelson.

Thanks to our sponsors NBS and The Turf Hotel for their support.

The Couch Crew - Episode 9

Chris Butler and Ryan "Skippy" Stewart wrap up another huge week in local, national and international sport. This week's episode covers Nelson hockey, Nelson Giants basketball, Premier A netball, Tasman club rugby, college rugby, football, Super Rugby Pacific and the latest world sporting headlines. We review the Hurricanes and Chiefs booking their places in the Super Rugby Pacific Final, Nelson Suburbs progressing in the Chatham Cup, the latest Tasman Trophy rugby results and standings, and all the action from local winter sport around the Top of the South. Plus, we look at the FIFA World Cup, the All Whites' opening draw with Iran, the ICC Women's T20 World Cup, New Zealand's Test match against England, the NBA Finals, and State of Origin Game 2.

Ways to Listen:  Facebook & Instagram  Spotify: NBS Talk Nelson.

Thanks to our sponsors NBS and The Turf Hotel for their support.

The Couch Crew - Les Edwards - Marist Rugby Club

The Couch Crew Sports Show returns with another packed episode hosted by Chris Butler and Ryan "Skippy" Stewart, recorded live from The Turf Hotel.

This week the boys are joined by Marist Rugby Club stalwart Les Edwards to discuss Marist's strong season, junior rugby, women's rugby, the state of Tasman rugby, the Tasman Mako coaching appointment and the future of the game in the region.

The show also covers local hockey, netball, rugby and football, the latest Nelson Giants results and upcoming fixtures, Super Rugby Pacific semi-finals, Chatham Cup and Kate Sheppard Cup action, plus all the key headlines from the FIFA World Cup, the Women's T20 World Cup, Zoe Hobbs' Diamond League success and more.

Ways to Listen:  Facebook & Instagram  Spotify: NBS Talk Nelson.

Thanks to our sponsors NBS and The Turf Hotel for their support.

The Couch Crew - Brendan Hodgson

This week on The Couch Crew Sports Show, Chris Butler and Ryan "Skippy" Stewart are joined by special guest Brendan Hodgson, who shares stories from a lifetime involved in football, cricket and bowls across the Nelson region. The team also wraps up the latest local sporting action, including hockey, rugby, football, netball, the Nelson Giants and Super Rugby Pacific. Highlights include Nelson Suburbs' Chatham Cup victory, Waimea Combined's dominant 1st XV win, and the latest Southern League and Tasman club rugby fixtures. Plus, the boys discuss the All Whites' World Cup preparations ahead of their upcoming clash with England and the first cricket test at Lords vs England.

Ways to Listen:  Facebook & Instagram  Spotify: NBS Talk Nelson.

Thanks to our sponsors NBS and The Turf Hotel for their support.

This week Chris Butler and Ryan “Skippy” Stewart are joined by Nelson Netball Centre General Manager Ani-Marie Waitai to discuss participation, player pathways, coaching, officiating, and the future of netball in the Nelson region.

The team also wraps up the latest action from local rugby, football, hockey, netball and basketball, previews this weekend’s Chatham Cup and Kate Sheppard Cup fixtures, reviews Super Rugby Pacific and the A-League Grand Final, and rounds out the show with Formula One, NRL and State of Origin headlines.

Ways to Listen:  Facebook & Instagram  Spotify: NBS Talk Nelson.

Thanks to our sponsors NBS and The Turf Hotel for their support.

In this episode, Nelson Mayor Nick Smith talks about how the new council is settling in as he begins his second term, and the key lessons he’s taken from his first term in office. He also covers the progress of the Bridge to Better development, what’s ahead for Nelson’s city centre, and how the current economic climate is influencing planning and recovery efforts.

Hosted by Chris Butler alongside Uniquely Nelson Manager Simon Duffy.

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Shout out to our Podcast partner: www.uniquelynelson.nz