Sport
Mike Tyson refuses to bite back at criticism of upcoming fight
Mike Tyson, the one-time "Baddest Man on the Planet", was throwing no punches in reply to criticism of his fight with YouTuber-turned boxer Jake Paul in Texas next month.
Super Rugby Aupiki squads named for 2025
A host of new names highlight the four sides for next year's competition.
Speedway to move from Western Springs to Onehunga
A decision to move the Western Springs speedway to Onehunga has blindsided the sport's organisers and been described as a "sham process" by some on the Auckland Council. Albany Ward Councillor John… Audio
Adapting to Mumbai pitch key to Black Caps hopes of whitewash.
New Zealand's chances of delivering a famous series whitewash in India will depend on how well they adapt to the Mumbai pitch, coach Gary Stead says.
Midday Sports News for 31 October 2024
Silver Ferns coach Dame Noeline Taurua is pleased by the side's progress but she concedes there's still a long way to go if they're to be genuine contenders at the 2026 Commonwealth Game and the 2027… Audio
The Tongan Rugby League Resurgence
RNZ looks back at the Top Ten moments of the Tongan Rugby League renaissance. Video
New Zealand's A-League clubs don't want trouble in the stands
Claims of planned fan violence linked to New Zealand's A-League derby are not credible and "a slur against football fans", Auckland FC says.
Parenting: when kids want to quit sport or other activities
What is the right way to deal with your kids wanting to quit a sport or an extracurricular activity? Audio
Wheel Kiwis set for historic trans-Tasman series
The Wheel Kiwis will make their international debut this weekend.
Olympic champion Dame Lisa Carrington scoops top award
New Zealand's most deocrated Olympian has picked up another award.
Morning Report Essentials for Thursday 31 October 2024
On today's episode, a new poll shows the race between Republican Donald Trump and Democrat Kamala Harris is dividing the U.S. electorate along lines of gender, race and education. The poll shows a… Audio
Bouldering grows in populatity
There's a new craze sweeping the world, creating calloused hands and muscly shoulders, and it's starting to take off here in New Zealand too. Leonard Powell reports. Audio
Sports Chat for 31 October 2024
An update on what's happening in the sports world with Nathan Rarere. Audio
Grand Slam winner returning to ASB Classic
Bianca Andreescu is returning for the ASB tennis Classic in Auckland where her remarkable career ignited five years ago.
Sports News for 31 October 2024
Silver Ferns coach Dame Noeline Taurua is disappointed they couldn't claim a series sweep over Australia in the Constellation Cup, but she's pleased with the depth they're building as they look… Audio
Australia deny Silver Ferns a clean sweep with consolation win
The Australian Diamonds denied the Silver Ferns an historic Constellation Cup clean sweep by beating them 63-50 in Melbourne on Wednesday night. Sports reporter Bridget Tunnicliffe spoke to Alexa… Audio
Speedway NZ on speedway leaving Western Springs
The President of Speedway New Zealand says she doesn't agree with a decision to move Speedway away from Western Springs after 95 years. Lani Thompson spoke to Alexa Cook. Audio
England's Joe Marler on haka comment: 'Just having a bit of fun'
England's Joe Marler reactivated his X account after the prop received backlash for his post saying the All Blacks' iconic haka is "ridiculous".
Sports News for 31 October 2024
The Silver Ferns have fallen short in their bid for a historic series sweep over Australia in the Constellation Cup, with the hosts winning last night's fourth and final test 63-50 in Melbourne. Audio
Early Sports Chat for 31 October 2024
An update on what's happening in the sports world with Nathan Rarere. Audio
