Sport
Sir David Beckham receives knighthood
The former soccer captain describes himself as a 'huge royalist' and says he is 'immensely proud' to be recognised for services to sport and charity
Sports News for 5 November 2025
New Zealand doubles player Erin Routliffe and her Canadian partner Gaby Dadrowski have been beaten by American Taylor Townsend and Russian Katerina Siniakova in their second match at the WTA Finals in… Audio
Cricket: Santner wary of 'challenge' posed by in-form Windies
Captain Mitchell Santner says the Black Caps are braced for seven weeks of tough cricket against the touring West Indies.
Rugby league: Kiwis and Kiwi Ferns unveil teams for deciders in Sydney
The Kiwis are unchanged for their rematch with Samoa while the Kiwi Ferns are tweaked for their battle with the Jillaroos.
Cup double for Half Yours and Jamie Melham
Jamie Melham has become the first female jockey to win the Caulfield-Melbourne Cup double, riding Half Yours.
165th Melbourne Cup winner crosses the line
The 165th edition of the Melbourne Cup has been run on a soft track at Flemington and the winner just crossed the finish line. Sports reporter Felicity Reid spoke to Lisa Owen. Audio
Black Caps take on West Indies at Eden Park tomorrow
The main course of our international home summer of men's cricket is upon us.The West Indies are playing a packed schedule of matches against the Black Caps right up until Christmas - starting with… Audio
Midday Report Essentials for Tuesday 4 November 2025
In today's episode, Iwi leaders will meet with Te Pati Maori leadership at Parliament on Tuesday in an effort to put a stop to extraordinary infighting; A top financial crime prevention expert says… Audio
Melbourne Cup: Horses, favourites, form, race time, field - everything to know
New Zealand interest in the 165th running of the Melbourne Cup will feature two locally-bred runners and a strong expat Kiwi trainer and jockey flavour.
Blair Tarrant calls time on storied Black Sticks career
Defensive stalwart Blair Tarrant is retiring from international hockey after a Black Sticks career spanning 15 years.
Kiwi rest home carer best-dressed at Flemington
Thousands of punters descend on the Flemington racecourse for the 165th running of the Melbourne Cup. Christchurch rest home carer Foster Mwaba won the best dressed digital award and spoke to… Audio
Scotland has history for All Blacks coach Scott Robertson
History is playing a significant part in the All Blacks' preparations for this week's Test against Scotland.
Midday Sports News for 4 November 2025
The Black Caps wicketkeeper-batter Tim Seifert has been ruled out of the T20 series against the West Indies with a broken finger. Audio
Injured Chris Wood ruled out of All Whites' upcoming games
Chris Wood is still recovering from a knee injury and will miss the matches against Colombia and Ecuador.
Why keeping rugby league's eligibility rules is a win for the Pacific
Opinion - Prior to the rule changes, only three countries - Australia, England and New Zealand - dominated the men's competition, writes Iliesa Tora.
Sports correspondent Glen Larmer
The All Blacks win their rugby test against Ireland in Chicago, but not without injuries to Scott and Jordie Barrett. Audio
Black Caps without key batter for West Indies series
The wicketkeeper-batter broke his finger while batting for Northern Districts on Monday.
Female jockey Melham eyes piece of history at Melbourne Cup
Jamie Melham will bid to become the first female jockey to claim a coveted double in Australian horse racing when she rides Caulfield Cup winner Half Yours in today's Melbourne Cup.
Sports Chat for 4 November 2025
An update on what's happening in the sports world with Nathan Rarere. Audio
Sports News for 4 November 2025
The All Blacks have been dealt a major blow ahead of the second game of the end of year tour with captain Scott Barrett and midfielder Jordie Barrett ruled out of this weekend's test against Scotland… Audio
