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Dan Hutchinson 19/06/2026 Dan Hutchinson 19/06/2026

Punching through to the big time

Taupō’s teenage boxing sensation Connor Campbell has been selected to represent New Zealand at the Commonwealth Games next month.

Dan Hutchinson 21/05/2026 Dan Hutchinson 21/05/2026

Boxer reaches new heights

Taupō boxer Connor Campbell is now waiting on a decision about Commonwealth Games selection after excelling in a series of overseas fights.

Dan Hutchinson 23/04/2026 Dan Hutchinson 23/04/2026

Crucial step towards Commonwealth Games

Connor Campbell has won gold at an international boxing tournament in Australia, the first step in his quest to represent New Zealand at the Commonwealth Games in July.

Dan Hutchinson 05/03/2026 Dan Hutchinson 05/03/2026

Boxing from the heart

Connor Campbell has his sights firmly set on a place in the Commonwealth Games boxing team. Photo: Dan Hutchinson

Dan Hutchinson 18/12/2025 Dan Hutchinson 18/12/2025

A shot at the Commonwealth Games

Taupō boxer Connor Campbell has won through to the New Zealand Elite Team, meaning he will travel overseas in 2026 to continue the selection process for the New Zealand Olympic Committee (NZOC).

Dan Hutchinson 03/04/2025 Dan Hutchinson 03/04/2025

Fighting back against Parkinson’s

Those living with Parkinson’s in Taupō are beating the odds – quite literally – thanks to an innovative exercise and social club.

Dan Hutchinson 03/04/2025 Dan Hutchinson 03/04/2025

Boxing event cancelled

A major boxing event planned for Taupō has been cancelled.

Nicola Carter 30/01/2025 Nicola Carter 30/01/2025

Taupō to host historic boxing clash

Taupō will make history in April when world champion boxer Lani Daniels defends her IBF Light Heavyweight title. Daniels (Ngāti Hine/Ngāpuhi) won her first world title against Alrie Meleisea in May.