Jonty Dine
Kiwis to take on Tonga in rugby league's Pacific Championship
The Kiwis are preparing to be confronted by a sea of red at Mt Smart Stadium tomorrow night when they take on Tonga in rugby league's Pacific Championship. Adding to the pressure for both sides, the… Audio
NZ to take on Aus side in Wheelchair Rugby League series
Disability sport breaks another barrier this weekend with the inaugural Wheelchair Rugby League trans-Tasman Series. New Zealand will take on a heavily-favoured Australian side in two tests in… Audio
Kiwi sides to be back in action
To chapter two of the sporting smorgasbord awaiting Aotearoa. Following one of the greatest weekends in our sporting history, several kiwi sides will again be in action, sports reporter Jonty Dine… Audio
Joelle King will be missing from 2026 Commonwealth Games
Aotearoa's most decorated Commonwealth Games athlete will be missing from the 2026 event in Glasgow. Squash was one of several sports which have been axed for a scaled down version of the Games… Audio
Rugby: Feud between Ioane and Sexton put to bed for now
The feud between All Black centre Reiko Ioane and Ireland's Jonny Sexton has been put to bed, for now. The two players have been trading jabs since last year's Rugby World Cup quarterfinal. Sports… Audio
All Whites beat Malaysia as they continue quest for spot at FIFA World Cup
The All Whites have cruised past Malaysia as they continue their quest for a spot at the 2026 FIFA Football World Cup, sports reporter Jonty Dine spoke to Lisa Owen. Audio
All Whites one step close to third Football World Cup
The All Whites are one step close to a third Football World Cup. New Zealand were too good for Tahiti this afternoon, picking up a 3-0 win in Vanuatu, sports reporter Jonty Dine spoke to Lisa Owen. Audio
Kiwi Ferns looking to maintain winning momentum
Despite it being a year since they were last together, the Kiwi Ferns are looking to maintain their winning momentum ahead of their Pacific Championships defence starting later this month. A… Audio
Black Caps: Kane Williamson ruled out of first test
The Black Caps have had a huge blow ahead of what is now set to be an even tougher tour to India. Kane Williamson has been ruled out of at least the first test with a groin stage, with no guarantee he… Audio
Second All Blacks side named to tour Georgia and Ireland
The 29 man squad includes ten players how have played for the All Blacks, and several right on the cusp, sports reporter Jonty Dine spoke to Lisa Owen. Audio
White Ferns kick off quest for history in UAE
Sports reporter Jonty Dine spoke to Lisa Owen about the Women's T20 Cricket World Cup underway with New Zealand set to open their campaign against India in Dubai and a historic weekend for female… Audio
Tim Southee steps down as skipper of Black Caps
Tim Southee has stepped down as skipper of the Black Caps. Southee said he believes its what's best for the team, following a dismal series loss to Sri Lanka, sports reporter Jonty Dine spoke to Lisa… Audio
Silver Ferns to take on England on Sunday
Dame Noeline Taurua is calling on the Silver Ferns to find their mongrel. A relatively new look New Zealand side will take to the court against England in Auckland on Sunday, the Roses fresh off an… Audio
Black Caps fighting for World test Championship survival
The Black Caps are fighting for World test Championship survival against Sri Lanka in the second test in Galle. New Zealand lost the toss and have been asked to bowl first, as they look to bounce back… Audio
Black Caps looking to move forward against Sri Lanka
The Black Caps are looking to move forward against Sri lanka following their stall in Galle. New Zealand went down by 63 runs in the first test, but get a shot at redemption at the same ground… Audio
Black Caps 50 runs behind Sri Lanka in test
Things have become a bit shaky for the Black Caps in their test against Sri Lanka in Galle. At stumps last night, the Black Caps were just 50 runs behind the hosts, with plenty of wickets in the shed… Audio
All Blacks set to defend Bledisloe Cup this weekend
The All Blacks are set to defend the trophy they have held for more than two decades this weekend. Scott Roberton has named his side for the first Bledisloe Cup test in Sydney on Saturday, sports… Audio
Midday Sports News for 19 September 2024
The All Blacks hope having Beauden Barrett and Will Jordan on the field at the same time will give them an edge in this weekend's Bledisloe Cup opener against the Wallabies in Sydney. Audio
Sport: Aaron Tau beaten in quest for UFC contract
Kiwi MMA fighter, and Ngapuhi Iwi descendant, Aaron Tau fell short in his quest for a UFC contract in Las Vegas, but he went out swinging in thrilling style, sports reporter Jonty Dine spoke to Lisa… Audio