News | Netball
18 Jan 2026 10:10
NZCity News
NZCity CalculatorReturn to NZCity

  • Start Page
  • Personalise
  • Sport
  • Weather
  • Finance
  • Shopping
  • Jobs
  • Horoscopes
  • Lotto Results
  • Photo Gallery
  • Site Gallery
  • TVNow
  • Dating
  • SearchNZ
  • NZSearch
  • Crime.co.nz
  • RugbyLeague
  • Make Home
  • About NZCity
  • Contact NZCity
  • Your Privacy
  • Advertising
  • Login
  • Join for Free

  •   Home > News > Sports > Netball

    The Sunshine Coast Lightning want to keep their World Cup winning coach forever

    The Sunshine Coast Lightning want to keep their World Cup winning coach forever


    But they know that's impossible.

    Silver Ferns coach Noeline Taurua's off-contract with the Australian domestic netball side at the end of the current season, having juggled both roles this year.

    New Zealand captain Laura Langman's deal is also due to conclude.

    Lightning CEO Danielle Smith says they'll chat with the pair when they both return across the ditch.

    She says at they'll work with them both to see what works best for everyone, but at some point, it will end.

    There have been suggestions Taurua might consider moving into a leadership role with Ngapuhi and Maoridom.

    © 2026 Newstalk ZB, NZCity

     Other Netball News
     19 Dec: A former New Zealand men's netball skipper and commentator doesn't think all the public scrutiny on Dame Noeline Taurua this year means she won't return in 20-26
     18 Dec: Netball New Zealand's boss has stepped down, after a troubling year for the sport
     28 Nov: New Queensland Firebirds goal attack Te Paea Selby-Rickit has revealed how she found out compatriots Maddy Gordon and Kelly Jackson would be joining her in Brisbane
     26 Nov: The journey into the unknown is motivating Silver Ferns captain Karin Burger ahead of her shift to Australia
     21 Nov: Silver Ferns midcourter Kate Heffernan has lauded her twin sister's return to the international arena this season
     20 Nov: To netball on Sky Sport..
     19 Nov: Pride in how the Silver Ferns have dealt with an unsettled netball spell
     Top Stories

    RUGBY RUGBY
    Former All Blacks wing Grant Batty is being remembered for his bravery on the rugby field and ability to energise a crowd More...


    BUSINESS BUSINESS
    Revelations New Zealanders faced a 200-percent spike in E-shop scams over the festive season More...



     Today's News

    Entertainment:
    Kerry Katona has made "millions" from OnlyFans 9:53

    Environment:
    There's reports of flooding in Northland following heavy rain 9:47

    Accident and Emergency:
    A person's died after a serious crash in Haruru in the Far North early this morning 9:27

    Entertainment:
    Reese Witherspoon has warned fans to be vigilant about scammers impersonating her on social media 9:23

    Entertainment:
    Todd Bridges has split from his wife Bettijo B. Hirschi 8:53

    Politics:
    Iranian protesters are calling on Trump to intervene — but the shadow of 1953 still haunts the US 8:47

    Basketball:
    The New Zealand Breakers have kept their NBL playoff hopes alive after beating the Cairns Taipans 104-86 in Perth 8:37

    Living & Travel:
    The fault of a crash in the opening race of the Sail GP season in Perth has been pinned on the Black Foils 8:27

    Entertainment:
    Jay Leno says people are "so shocked" he's stayed by his wife's side after her dementia diagnosis 8:23

    Health & Safety:
    Meet the Australian volunteers changing lives on a hospital ship in Africa 8:17


     News Search






    Power Search


    © 2026 New Zealand City Ltd