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Post by Martin on Aug 5, 2007 19:39:16 GMT
And lets not forget ENGLAND!
Although I can see no one stopping New Zealand winning this time I think we will reach the semis at least.
Martin
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Post by Stephany on Aug 5, 2007 19:47:49 GMT
England has indeed good chances to reach at least the semi-finals. I will be watching the match England-France next week to see how good your team is  But I think we all secretly hope that the All Blacks win the World Cup so we can spot Hayley a little longer on TV  Stephany |
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Post by roger on Aug 5, 2007 19:58:19 GMT
I will be watching the match England-France next week to see how good your team is Huh! I think a little entente cordiale is required here! If you've got any, I'll have a pint!  Roger  |
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Post by Dave on Aug 5, 2007 23:27:22 GMT
England has indeed good chances to reach at least the semi-finals. I will be watching the match England-France next week to see how good your team is Stephany Hi Stephany, they are quite good at the moment: England 62, Wales 5 on Saturday i.postimg.cc/9fYxy370/smilie-big-grin.gifBut I think we all secretly hope that the All Blacks win the World Cup so we can spot Hayley a little longer on TV Stephany Hehe, don't be too sure about that Stephany, there are limits, you know! I'd love to see NZ - England in the final though because that would give us the maximum possible Hayley and who knows, they might then ask her to sing both National Anthems as technically, NZ has the same Queen as England and two National Anthems - so she could sing God Save The Queen followed by God Defend NZ (I think we all know which she would sing loudest, it doesn't have a "Q" in it! ) Cheers, Dave |
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Post by Stephany on Aug 6, 2007 6:58:05 GMT
I'd love to see NZ - England in the final though because that would give us the maximum possible Hayley and who knows, they might then ask her to sing both National Anthems as technically, NZ has the same Queen as England and two National Anthems - so she could sing God Save The Queen followed by God Defend NZ (I think we all know which she would sing loudest, it doesn't have a "Q" in it! ) England VS New Zealand on October 21st in Paris with Hayley singing two anthems? Now that would be interesting i.postimg.cc/9fYxy370/smilie-big-grin.gif |
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Post by Stephany on Aug 14, 2007 16:33:04 GMT
Hey Dave, I saw the match England-France a few days ago and I reckon that your team is pretty good. They need to improve if they want to reach the finals though Stephany |
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Post by Dave on Aug 14, 2007 17:55:06 GMT
Hey Dave, I saw the match England-France a few days ago and I reckon that your team is pretty good. They need to improve if they want to reach the finals though Stephany Hehe, the return match on Saturday could be interesting BBCBut yes, the French team did well! Cheers, Dave |
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Post by Stephany on Sept 4, 2007 18:41:07 GMT
France is almost ready for the World Cup! I had a walk near the Eiffel Tower this afternoon and they put a giant screen on it. People will be able to come over for each match and support their team. I'll have a look on Sept. 8 for New Zealand's match just to have some fun. I'm sure there will be lots & lots of Kiwis! I also hope Hayley can make it to Marseille to support her beloved team I believe Drew is coming to Paris on Sept. 14 for England's first match against South Africa. There are many giants screens near the Stade de France too. I took two pictures of the Eiffel Tower: Stephany  |
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Post by Stephany on Sept 5, 2007 6:43:04 GMT
I can't believe we're not going to see this *sigh*  Grant - here's another full shot on the boots!  Stephany |
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Post by grant on Sept 5, 2007 8:55:39 GMT
Hi Stephany That's a great picture and a very happy looking Hayley. I'm certain those are the same boots that Hayley was wearing at Beverley, but I don't think they are the boots! From memory, I believe they were less reddy brown - quite a lot lighter in fact. There must be a picture somewhere of Hayley wearing those boots. Just a case of finding it!  Lots of love Grant |
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Post by drew on Sept 5, 2007 13:13:40 GMT
Another Kiwi Ceili (but no Hayley): Rugby World Cup: Programme of Events at Marseille
Wednesday, 29/8/07
In the run up to the Rugby World Cup, the following events will take place in Marseille over the next 2 weeks:
30 August – 17 September: Ta Moko: Taku Ara, Taku Mana
Photographic exhibition by New Zealander, Arno Gasteiger. The photographs and texts tell the story of six Maori whose lives took many turns, with their pathways inscribed on their skin. Their journeys are documented by self-made tattoos and by Ta Moko. Location: Espace Culture, 42 La Canabière, 13001 Marseille. For more information click on www.mairie-marseille.fr (external link).
Wednesday 5 September: contemporary Maori cultural workshops open to the public throughout the day to promote an understanding of the significance of haka, poi, moko, taiaha and other arts. Manaia Performing Arts Company. Location: Prado Beach (next to Sofitel Palm Beach), alongside the Beach Rugby competition.
Saturday 8 September: pre-match contemporary Maori culture demonstrations performed Manaia at the Comité de Provence (Provence Rugby Union) stand at the entrance to the Stade Vélodrome, to warm up the crowd before the game.
Saturday 8 September (from 21h onwards): Kiwi music night at Dock des Suds, a 4000-capacity venue in an old loading dock/warehouse. The Black Seeds will be performing live from 21h-23h, followed by Kiwi and international music mixed by DJs from Loop Records and Breaks Co-Op. Location: Dock des Suds, 12 rue Urbain V, 13002 Marseille. Door fee: 10€. Reservations at www.dock-des-suds.org (external link).
For further information see the New Zealand Government press release (external link).www.nzembassy.com/news.cfm?CFID=7007296&CFTOKEN=32094531&c=6&l=37&i=3843 |
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Post by drew on Sept 5, 2007 16:02:40 GMT
ABs` veil of secrecy  Richie McCaw keeps the game plan simple
The World Cup means so much to so many, and at times it can mean too much to some. So much so they will go to any extent to gain the upper hand.
The most recent of these scenarios came when All Black assistant coach Wayne Smith accused England of sending reporters dressed in camouflage to spy on an All Black training session.
Yet anyone hoping to crack the All Black codes at this coming World Cup will need more than a set of combats and a spy camera.
To prevent any underhand tactics the All Blacks have gone to extensive measures this time around. They will use the latest in encrypted radio technology to thwart sideline eavesdroppers
The engineer of the equipment, Mike Head, said the radios and encryption key are almost impossible to crack.
"If you allowed for a fairly optimistic four tests per second you would be looking at five million years to find the key," he said.
"There are almost a billion billion combinations. It would take a number of lifetimes."
Darren Shand, All Blacks team manager, admitted they could not afford to have people eavesdropping on players' conversations during games or training.
"There's information that's sensitive enough that it could alter the course of the match if other people had it, so the encryption capability is a critical factor," he said. Looks like they spotted the cameras at Shepherd's Bush.
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Post by drew on Sept 5, 2007 16:08:38 GMT
All Blacks not holding back
All Blacks head coach Graham Henry has named his first side of the World Cup for New Zealand's clash with Italy in Marseille on Saturday. Date: Saturday September 8, 2007
Kick off: 13:45 (12:45 BST)
Venue: Stade Vélodrome, Marseille
Referee: Wayne Barnes (England)
Touch judges: Christophe Berdos (France), Mark Lawrence (South Africa)
Television match official: Craig Joubert (South Africa)
Assessor: Ian Scotney (Australia)  Now I know young Wayne, I wonder if I should give Hayley his number. He does like his beer.
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Post by drew on Sept 7, 2007 15:19:31 GMT
This one is for you Chris: www.inlondon.com/Competitions/Win-an-All-Black-Pack/index.cfm All Black Packs
In London and Air New Zealand have teamed up to give away 5 All Black supporters packs.
Each pack includes branded USB stick, scarf, tattoos, face paint and supporter phone charm.
For yur chance to win this rare and awesome prize, enter your details below and press submit.
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Competition runs from 02/09/2007 - 30/09/2007 |
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Post by Karsten on Sept 8, 2007 13:13:10 GMT
Hi, just watching my first rugby match I think I'm right on time to congratulate the All Blacks now leading with 69 to 7 vs the poor Italians. It's really a pity having the opportunity to see the match live but without Hayley's contribution at the beginning.  Karsten |
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