Sport
'Dangerous spectacle': Health experts push for Run It Straight ban
Three frontline medical professionals issued the warning in a hard-hitting editorial published today in the New Zealand Medical Journal.
Bevon Jacobs' IPL lessons prepare him for next step
The Auckland batter doesn't just want to be on the periphery of cricket squads - he wants to be on the park for the big moments.
Auckland City's Cool Runnings moment justifies Club World Cup sojourn
The biggest underdogs at the tournament held Argentine powerhouse Boca Juniors to a stunning draw.
Midday Sports News for 27 June 2025
New Zealand driver Liam Lawson expects the racing among the mid-field teams to be even closer in this weekend's Austrian Grand Prix. Audio
Sports commentator: Dana Johannsen
Dana Johannsen discusses referees being abused in Horowhenua Kapiti and funding for Moana Pasifika. Audio
All Black Will Jordan: The French will be strong
The All Blacks fullback insists France will be hard to beat in the three-test series, despite the visitors leaving plenty of top players at home. Audio
Olympic Committee looks to 'protect the female category'
The IOC will spearhead discussions on gender eligibility criteria in sports four years after the ruling body had urged federations to handle the issue independently.
Liam Lawson hoping for a fast car for Austrian F1 GP
The New Zealand driver expects racing for the mid-field teams to be even closer in this weekend's Austrian Grand Prix.
Devon Conway major omission from Black Caps squad
The new coach Rob Walter's first Black Caps squad includes one uncapped player and a returning speedster for the T20I Tri Series.
Sports Chat for 27 June 2025
An update on what's happening in the sports world with Nathan Rarere. Audio
Sports News for 27 June 2025
Opener Devon Conway has been dumped by new Black Caps coach Rob Walter. Audio
All Black full back Will Jordan on upcoming tests vs France
The All Blacks have assembled in Auckland for the start of another long test season, they play the first of their 13 scheduled matches next weekend against a French side arriving with an air of… Audio
Rugby: Barbarians team stacked full of New Zealanders
Coach Robbie Deans has picked a side that contains six former All Blacks and another five New Zealanders for this weekend's game against South Africa.
Sports News for 27 June 2025
Opener Devon Conway is the major omission in first Black Caps squad named by new coach Rob Walter. Audio
Early Sports Chat for 27 June 2025
An update on what's happening in the sports world with Nathan Rarere. Audio
Sports News for 27 June 2025
New Black Caps coach Rob Walter has named one uncapped player and recalled a pace bowler for his first assignment in charge. Audio
Mark McGoldrick - Champion auctioneer
First Up is joined by champion auctioneer Mark McGoldrick with tips on how to be the best in the auction room. Audio
SailGP returns to Auckland at a later date
SailGP has locked in a date for returning to Auckland in 2026.
Ben O'Keeffe on referee abuse and 'Love Their Game' campaign
Ben O'Keeffe is one of New Zealand's leading rugby union referees, and joins Mark Leishman to talk about inappropriate behaviour from the sidelines. Audio
Māori All Blacks team named for Japan XV clash
As well as the new faces, a new skipper will take the helm in the form of hooker Kurt Eklund.
