Sport
From saving cash to saving goals, Auckland FC's new keeper ready to step up
Jimmy Hilton arrived at Auckland FC this month after an SOS from the A-League club that was running out of fit or available keepers.
The Panel with Nalini Baruch and Alan McElroy, Part 2
In part two, a bicycle and public transport advocate responds to panellist Allan Blackman's concerns about Auckland's Karangahape Road bike lanes being underused. Is it true that no one is using them… Audio
Black Caps start Super 8 stage of the Cricket T20
The Black Caps start the Super 8 stage of the Cricket T20 World Cup against Pakistan on Sunday. After playing the first part of the tournament in India the team has now moved to Sri Lanka to play… Audio
Sixth Wellington v Auckland derby kicks off tomorrow
When is a rivalry no longer a rivalry? Tomorrow night the Wellington Phoenix host Auckland FC in the sixth edition of the New Zealand derby in the A-League. Auckland have dominanted these one-sided… Audio
What you need to know ahead of sixth NZ A-League derby
The sixth New Zealand A-League derby between the Wellington Phoenix and Auckland FC continues the growing rivalry.
Waimarino Golf Club marks it's 100th birthday
Now we're heading to the centre of the North Island where Waimarino Golf Club is marking it's 100th birthday this Easter. At 580 metres above sea level, set against a stunning backdrop that is Mount… Audio
Figure skating-American Alysa Liu wins gold medal
In a commanding and joyful performance, Liu nailed jump after jump as the sold-out crowd at the Milano Ice Skating Arena erupted.
Midday sports news for 20 February 2026
An update on the latest news and results from RNZ's sports team. Audio
Winter Olympics, Sail GP, and Netball NZ
Heading into the final weekend of the Winter Olympics - where does this Games rank for New Zealand? Who have been the stand-outs? Who are the remaining medal chances? Audio
Winter Olympics: Kiwi Mischa Thomas qualifies for halfpipe final as rival stretchered off
The Auckland freeskier qualified tenth in her event at the Winter Olympics.
Weekly Sports Panel for 20 February 2026
Weekly sports panel with 1News Sports Editor Abby Wilson, and former All Black captain Taine Randell Audio
Early sports chat
An update on what's happening in the sports world with Nathan Rarere. Audio
'Ten hours of hell': Rugby fans' fury as World Cup ticket site crashes
There were long waits and system crashes while trying to secure tickets for the 2027 Men's World Cup in Australia.
Breakers first season under new owners coming to an end
The New Zealand Breakers' first Australian NBL season under new owners comes to an end this weekend. The front office of the basketball club has plenty to ponder in the off-season as they once again… Audio
Sky TV lifts prices again
The prices of Sky Sport and Sky Sport Now packages are going up again.
Boxing NZ appoints new leadership as investigation into head coach drags on
Josh Wharehinga has been appointed new president of Boxing New Zealand as the sport grapples with complaints about its head coach.
Irish rugby star's debut overshadowed by racist response
An Irish rugby star had his international debut overshadowed by an ugly racist response online. Edwin Edogbo was born and raised in Ireland, but due to his Nigerian heritage, has not been welcomed by… Audio
Umaga names seven debutants for Hurricanes showdown
The Moana Pasifika head coach has made the bold decision to rest some of his star players who featured in the 40-26 win against the Fijian Drua in Lautoka.
'Brought strength to all of us': Black Foils draw inspiration from injured teammate
Grinder Louis Sinclair is out of hospital, after suffering compound fractures to both legs in a high-speed crash during New Zealand SailGP.
