Highlanders coach Jamie Joseph has signed with the Dunedin-based Super Rugby side for another two years.
The 42-year-old former All Blacks back-rower joined the Highlanders in 2010 after coaching the New Zealand Maoris and Wellington province.
Under his guidance, the previously under-performing Highlanders made strong starts to the 2011 and 2012 Super Rugby seasons before fading from playoffs contention. Their most recent loss to the Queensland Reds ended their hopes of making the semi-finals this season.
“We’ve made some real progress over the last couple of seasons and I want to remain because I have my sights on a very clear goal – to take the Highlanders to a Super Rugby final,” Joseph said.