Sport
Joseph Parker hopes to fight unification winner
Speculation is swirling that kiwi heavyweight boxer Joseph Parker could be in line for the biggest fight of the century against the unified world champion. Sports reporter Jonty Dine spoke to Lisa… Audio
New study into links of menstrual cycle and football knee injuries
A groundbreaking new study will look at whether the menstrual cycle is a contributing factor to serious knee injuries in women's football. The FIFA-funded study out of Kingston University in the UK… Audio
Chiefs still missing McKenzie as Canes name largely unchanged side
Both sides are coming off strong wins for Saturday's clash in the capital.
'He'll fight them anywhere': Parker patient in pursuit of historic title fight
Kiwi heavyweight Joseph Parker knows nothing is written in the pro boxing world.
Help Riku at the Archery World Cup in Shanghai!
Last month Jesse talked with Riku van Tonder. Riku is an archery champion, competing to a high level in tournaments around the world. After emigrating from South Africa to New Zealand he struggled… Audio
Thousands of community groups yet to comply with new legislation
Around 18,000 incorporated societies across New Zealand are yet to re-register under new legislation, prompting warnings that thousands of clubs will simply fold.
Advantage PSG as Dembele seals narrow win at Arsenal
Paris St Germain took a big step towards reaching the Champions League final as Ousmane Dembele's early goal sealed a 1-0 win at Arsenal.
Midday Sports News for 30 April 2025
Peter Burling has given an update on where he's at following his departure from Team New Zealand. Audio
Joseph Parker to fight winner of Usyk v Dubois for undisputed heavyweight crown
New Zealand boxer Joseph Parker will fight for the undisputed heavyweight world champion crown, promoter says.
Former Team NZ skipper Burling speaks for first time since break with syndicate
Former Team New Zealand skipper Peter Burling is proud of what he achieved with the team in the America's Cup.
Warriors' next wave of talent cushions massive loss of experience
The Auckland club has lost more than 1500 games through retirement, departures and injuries since last season.
Warnings thousand of sport and leisure clubs will fold
Around 18,000 incorporated societies across New Zealand are yet to re-register under new legislation, prompting warnings that thousands of clubs will simply fold. Sports reporter Bridget Tunnicliffe… Audio
Two women vow to expose 'deep wrongs' cyclist Olivia Podmore endured
When Olivia Podmore died in a suspected suicide in August 2021, two women vowed to expose the deep wrongs the Olympic cyclist had endured. Sports correspondent Dana Johannsen reports. Audio
Early Sports Chat for 30 April 2025
Australian rugby's worst kept secret to be revealed today. Audio
Possible menstrual cycle link to knee injuries to be studied
Researchers will investigate whether hormonal fluctuations during menstrual cycles could contribute to rises in career-threatening knee injuries.
Australian tennis star gets 18-month doping ban
Australia's two-times Grand Slam doubles champion Max Purcell has accepted an 18-month ban after breaching anti-doping rules.
Kiss set to be announced as Schmidt's replacement as Wallabies coach
The Queensland Reds coach may not take over from Joe Schmidt as Wallabies coach until middle of next year
Slip sliding surface: Indoor netball games halted to dry courts
Humid weather in Christchurch during Easter tournament caused some games to be delayed or moved.
14 year old youngest cricketer to score professional century
Vaibhav Suryavanshi has rewritten the cricket record books, becoming the youngest cricketer to score a professional century, at only 14. Sports reporter Jonty Dine spoke to Lisa Owen. Audio
