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Opinion: The domestic lessons from England's Rugby World Cup victory

English professional league produced a quarter of all players at RWC.

'We'll have those conversations': Bunting on Black Ferns future

'The most important thing is that we be really honest around where we can grow.'

Discipline issues: Why the Black Ferns fell short of defending their title

New Zealand conceded 53 penalties, more than any semifinal rival.

From dominance to legacy: England stamp authority on women’s rugby

Portia Woodman-Wickliffe bowed out in tears after her 50th international try.

All Blacks team naming: Plenty of changes to Scott Robertson's side

Scott Robertson names his side for the final Rugby Championship test in Perth.

Faingaʻanuku returns as injuries force All Blacks changes

Scott Robertson has made seven changes to the starting XV to face the Wallabies in Perth.

All Blacks legend makes history as oldest player to score in French Top 14

The 43-year-old scored his first try of the season during a 25-minute cameo off the bench.

'Ultimate team man': Australia’s most-capped player to retire after All Blacks test

The 36-year-old made his Wallabies debut against England in Perth in 2010.

Warriors duo make Dally M teams of the year

Sydney Roosters NRL captain James Tedesco took out the main award.

'Blew me away': The inside story of Shaun Johnson's shock 2022 return to the Warriors

A return to his hometown club seemed unlikely, given the circumstances of his 2018 exit.

Warriors reserves crowned NSW Cup champions

They will now face the Burleigh Bears in next week's State championship final.

Rookie Warriors sensation named finalist for two NRL Dally M awards

Erin Clark is also a finalist for Lock of the Year.

TAB Racing Club to close

The club has had some success but the numbers don't stack up for the betting business.

Superstar mare forced to head to racetrack with no meeting

Weather woes making for a tricky spring for some horse trainers.

Kiwi trainer realises enormity of what Pier is up against at Randwick

Pier faces a wide and a hot favourite in one of Sydney's most famous races on Saturday.

NZ racing hires Australian trio for leadership shake-up

All three new hires come from senior roles in Australia's racing industry.

McCausland-Durie backs Nweke’s plea for Dame Noeline's Silver Ferns coaching return

Grace Nweke threw her support behind Dame Noeline Taurua's return to face Australia.

Silver Ferns hit last-second goal to secure Taini Jamison Trophy sweep

New Zealand trailed by as many as nine goals in the third test in Invercargill.

Silver Ferns secure Taini Jamison Trophy

Grace Nweke starred with 60 goals to steer New Zealand to victory.

Silver Ferns ease to victory in Taini Jamison opener

No Dame Noeline Taurua, no problem for the Silver Ferns.

'Bulletproof rhythm': Kiwi pair crowned world champions in Shanghai

Ben Taylor and Oliver Welch beat the Romania pair by five seconds in the final.

Kiwi rowers take on new mixed events at World Championships in Shanghai

For the first time mixed crews will race at the World Championships in Shanghai.

87yo to row Tauranga Harbour in tribute to son’s Atlantic feat

The journey honours his late son Phil, a record-setting transatlantic rower.

'Integrity, fairness, consistency': School Sport NZ proposes Year 14 student ban

Debate comes to a head after recent issues in rowing, rugby, mountain-bike competitions.

'In my arms': Hamilton says goodbye to dog Roscoe at 12

Formula One driver skipped a Ferrari tyre test to stay with his dog in hospital.

'Champion of grassroots racing': Speedway community mourns death of 'Moon Goon'

Alan Luoni's involvement in speedway spanned more than four decades.

Christian Horner's $184m payout to leave Red Bull

Christian Horner had five and a half years left on his Red Bull contract.

Alex Powell: Dominoes falling as Lawson fights Tsunoda for F1 future

OPINION: What we learned from the Azerbaijan Grand Prix.

Devine ton not enough as White Ferns lose World Cup opener

Ashleigh Gardner’s 115 from 83 balls powered Australia to 326 in Indore.

‘Hungry for more’: The innings that should change Black Cap’s life forever

Tim Robinson wasn’t meant to face Australia, but scored an unbeaten century at Bay Oval.

Tim Robinson hammers maiden international century against Australia

The Kiwi No 3 rescued the Black Caps from a precarious position. Video / TVNZ

Robinson ton in vain, Australia hammer Black Caps in Chappell-Hadlee opener

New Zealand’s bowlers were powerless to stop their opponents at Bay Oval.

Former national champion tennis player dies in Auckland aged 94

Judith Tinnock won four tennis singles titles and was the sister of an All Black

'It doesn’t feel great': Serena Williams criticises hotel decor choice

The tennis star questioned a New York hotel's display of a cotton plant.

Former world No 1 to return to ASB Classic, in big coup for Auckland tournament

The four-time grand slam champion has risen to No 14 after impressive results.

Rising star and youngest player in WTA top 50 to play 2026 ASB Classic

Her presence will continue the trend of emerging global talent coming to Auckland.

Inside the injury list: All Blacks ponder changes for Wallabies rematch

Leicester Fainga'anuku could be in line for his first test since the 2023 World Cup.

Ant Strachan: What Perth test will teach us about All Blacks' future

ANALYSIS: Wallabies Rob Valetini and Will Skelton return, boosting their set-piece.

Opinion: The domestic lessons from England's Rugby World Cup victory

English professional league produced a quarter of all players at RWC.

Gregor Paul: How a massive NZ schoolboys defeat reveals deep cracks in rugby

New Zealand Schools conceded 81 points in a heavy loss to Australia U18.

Inside the injury list: All Blacks ponder changes for Wallabies rematch

Leicester Fainga'anuku could be in line for his first test since the 2023 World Cup.

All Blacks ponder selection changes for Wallabies rematch

Liam Napier and Elliott Smith discuss the likely changes to the injury hit All Blacks in Perth.

Black Caps star ruled out of Australia series after major laceration

The 25-year-old needed stitches after sustaining a deep cut to his face.

Ant Strachan: What Perth test will teach us about All Blacks' future

ANALYSIS: Wallabies Rob Valetini and Will Skelton return, boosting their set-piece.

The Wainuiomata truck driver whose perfect darts streak sealed a World Championship debut

Jonny Tata will become the 14th NZ representative at the PDC World Darts Championship.

Opinion: The domestic lessons from England's Rugby World Cup victory

English professional league produced a quarter of all players at RWC.

NZ racing hires Australian trio for leadership shake-up

All three new hires come from senior roles in Australia's racing industry.

On The Up: Basketball star turns diabetes battle into strength on and off the court

Every day, 67 New Zealanders are diagnosed with type 1 or type 2 diabetes.