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New Zealand athletes competed in several sports at the 1970 British Commonwealth Games in Edinburgh, Scotland. Based on the search results, the sports they participated in included:

1. Athletics: The first athletics competition at the British Commonwealth Games, with 36 events contested, 23 for men and 13 for women. Athletics at the 1970 British Commonwealth Games - Wikipedia

2. Cycling: New Zealand athletes competed in both road and track cycling events. Edinburgh 1970 | New Zealand Olympic Team

3. Weightlifting: They also competed in weightlifting, with events such as the 82.5kg combined for men. Edinburgh 1970 | New Zealand Olympic Team

4. Shooting: Success in lower-profile sports such as shooting was also noted. Olympic and Commonwealth games - Te Ara

5. Boxing: Boxing was another sport where New Zealand athletes competed. The Commonwealth Games History | Learn About This Event - Twinkl

6. Wrestling: Although not explicitly mentioned, wrestling was part of the competition where athletes from various countries, including New Zealand, proved their prowess. The Commonwealth Games History | Learn About This Event - Twinkl

7. Swimming: Swimming was also a sport featured in these Games. Christchurch, New Zealand - Commonwealth Games Federation

These sports were part of the 10 sports in which 1,750 athletes from 42 nations competed for 121 gold medals. Edinburgh 1970 – 'The Games of Firsts' Here is an image from the 1970 British Commonwealth Games to provide a visual context: