Sport
Blues to host Chiefs in repeat of final for opening round of Super Rugby
The competition will kick off in Christchurch on 14 February.
Attack on rugby referee caught on camera
Auckland Rugby Union has referred an alleged incident of referee abuse to the police.
Midday Sports News for 30 September 2024
Black Ferns fullback Renee Holmes is preparing for an aerial bombardment from the northern hemisphere sides in the W-X-V-1. Audio
Level of CTE in 20-year-old rugby player shocks pathologist
A leading Australian neuropathologist says the level of brain damage a young league star had at just 20 years old should raise alarm bells about junior sports. Audio
Sports Chat for 30 September 2024
An update on what's happening in the sports world with Nathan Rarere. Audio
Silver Ferns lose to England 59-58
The Silver Ferns have lost the first match of the Taini Jamison Trophy series 59-58 to England. Netball reporter Bridget Tunnicliffe spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Sports News for 30 September 2024
Coach Dame Noeline Taurua admits she's not a good loser and wants the Silver Ferns to shake a trend of narrow defeats against England. Audio
Robertson signals changes to All Blacks squad for upcoming tour
Coach Scott Robertson says there will be some changes to the All Blacks squad for the end of year tour. The All Blacks beat the Wallabies 33-13 in Wellington on Saturday night to end their home season… Audio
Sports News for 30 September 2024
Silver Ferns coach Dame Noeline Taurua can see the positives following a nail-biting first test loss to England in Auckland. Audio
Marcelle Parkes adjusting to life in the front row
It began as a joke, but the Black Fern has completed her switch to prop in less than a year.
Early Sports Chat for 30 September 2024
An update on what's happening in the sports world with Nathan Rarere. Audio
Sports News for 30 September 2024
England have pipped the Silver Ferns by one goal in a thrilling start to the Taini Jamison Trophy series last night. Audio
Breakers set 2-from-2 record early in Australian NBL season
The Breakers have had an impressive start, coming from behind to beat the South East Melbourne Phoenix 81-79 at Spark Arena.
England edge out Silver Ferns in 59-58 nailbiter
The England Roses have taken the first match in the Taini Jamison Trophy netball series with a 59-58 win in Auckland.
As it happened: Silver Ferns 58, England 59
Follow all the Taini Jamison Trophy action at Trusts Arena in Auckland.
Sri Lanka clinch big cricket test victory over NZ, sweep series
Half-centuries from four Kiwi players weren't enough to make Sri Lanka bat again.
Anti-doping agency appeals against Sinner verdict
The world number one male is disappointed the agency has appealed his clearance of wrongdoing after he failed drug tests.
Fight for Pukekura Park's Super Smash reinstatement
The park was once described as among the best cricketing venues in the world, but has not been included as a Central Districts T20 home ground this year.
All Blacks Rugby Championship campaign: what we learned
Analysis: Scott Robertson's side wrapped up the Rugby Championship with a win over the Wallabies - here's the key talking points.
Warmer waters pose problems for trout fishing
Some anglers are rethinking their approach as the waters that are favoured by trout are warming up and causing stress and even death of the fish. Audio