South Canterbury defeats Wairarapa Bush in Lochore Cup semifinal

Monday 12 October 2026 · 2 outlets · 3 reports · updated Wed 14 Oct, 4:00am

South Canterbury won 36-26 against Wairarapa Bush in a Heartland rugby semifinal on Saturday. Four tries from South Canterbury players secured the victory in Timaru. The loss ended Wairarapa Bush's season and continued their winless streak in the city dating back to 2008.

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1. The PressMon 12 Oct, 5:00pm

   Surprise tries set up South Canterbury rugby win (opens in new tab)

2. The PostTue 13 Oct, 4:00am

   Timaru hoodoo hits Wairarapa Bush again (opens in new tab)

   • Another close one that got away leaves Williams frustrated (opens in new tab) Wed 14 Oct, 4:00am