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From Premiership to panic: Tactix coach's post-title reality

Netball NZ's rule changes let stars depart while staying Silver Ferns-eligible.

New coach, new faces, more tests: Inside the Black Ferns' massive 2026 schedule

The Black Ferns will play 11 tests in 2026, beginning with the Pacific Four Series.

'The ocean gods helped us out': Oar Blacks ride the ocean to landmark first win

The Oar Blacks women became the first Kiwi crew to beat Australia.

How a childhood dream and a bigger pole are lifting Kiwi Olympian to new heights

The 25-year-old has just won world indoor bronze with a 4.76m personal best.

'I needed to have a look at other paths': Hoskins Sotutu on international options

The Blues No 8 says 'it is hard to get a spot' in the All Blacks.

New coach, new faces, more tests: Inside the Black Ferns' massive 2026 schedule

The Black Ferns will play 11 tests in 2026, beginning with the Pacific Four Series.

New sheriff in town: The man set to become All Blacks’ high-performance boss

Former Black Sox coach would become Dave Rennie’s boss, overseeing All Blacks management.

'We had our hands tied': The reason why Super Rugby only had three games over Easter weekend

Just three games were played while rival codes had up to eight fixtures.

Warriors deny interest in Kiwis international, despite depleted centre stocks

Canberra Raiders' Matt Timoko has been linked with a move back across the Ditch.

Twidle wave: Inside the emotional NRL debut of future Kiwis star

Te Hurinui Apanui Twidle's NRL debut felt more Hollywood that rugby league.

Dallin hat-trick, Metcalf blow and more reshuffles: Where to now for Warriors?

Andrew Webster criticised his side's defence, decision making and attitude.

'Going to miss time': Luckless Warriors star set for another stint on sidelines

The Warriors are licking their wounds after back-to-back defeats in the NRL.

Butcher says he won't surrender to Aussie pacing superstars just yet

Zachary Butcher is trying to win his second Cambridge slot race with Merlin tomorrow.

No room for brotherly love in race with $1 million up for grabs

Swayzee gets draw to make his little brother Leap To Fame work hard in the $1m slot race

Kiwi world champion sprinter wins again in Hong Kong

A New Zealand sprinting superstar sets another track record at Sha Tin in Hong Kong.

Oz champion crossing Tasman to get into fight with fellow Queenslander

The barrier draws for the two rich Cambridge slot races this Friday will be held tonight.

‘Not part of the puzzle’: Ameliaranne Ekenasio on Silver Ferns silence

Ameliaranne Ekenasio says she has had no contact with Dame Noeline Taurua.

Nathan Limm: Netball NZ's leadership must address unanswered questions

ANALYSIS: Nathan Limm breaks down the key issues facing netball in 2026.

New Magic co-captains juggle life, leadership and a rising young squad

Erena Mikaere and Georgie Edgecombe are leading the team this season.

Inside the 'Fire Ferns' flat: Kiwi stars chase Super Netball, Comm Games spots

Kelly Jackson describes living with Ferns teammates Maddy Gord and Te Paea Selby-Rickit.

'The ocean gods helped us out': Oar Blacks ride the ocean to landmark first win

The Oar Blacks women became the first Kiwi crew to beat Australia.

Maadi Cup scandal: 3 Christchurch school rowing coaches sent home from regatta

The men were ordered home after complaints about their conduct.

Watch: NZ University Rowing Championships

Watch live coverage of the NZ University Rowing Championships at Lake Karapiro.

Watch: NZ University Rowing Championships

Watch live coverage of the NZ University Rowing Championships at Lake Karapiro.

Lawson won't make Kiwi Supercars switch during F1 season break

Australian reports have linked the Kiwi F1 driver with racing at Taupō or Christchurch.

From Kiwi gravel to global power: How Morrie Chandler reshaped world rallying

Morrie Chandler has died aged 85 after more than 50 years in world rallying.

Alex Powell: Will Lawson get Red Bull SOS if Verstappen does the unthinkable?

OPINION: What we learned from the Japanese Grand Prix.

Lawson's luck turns as Kiwi claims points finish in Japanese Grand Prix

No driver made more overtakes than the Kiwi, as a safety car played into his hands.

Australian cricket great Warner charged with drink-driving

Police say the van stopped and parked just short of a random test site.

'Definitely the plan': Black Caps coach expects Williamson to suit up against England

Kane Williamson last played for the Black Caps against the West Indies in December.

Kerr’s 179 powers White Ferns to world record chase

New Zealand reached 347 with two wickets in hand in a tense final over.

Record $125k fine for Pakistan fast bowler's online post about politician

He apologised at a PCB hearing and said he was sacking his social media manager.

Watch: Tennis star obliterates racquet during epic meltdown before discarding in bin

Daniil Medvedev had a meltdown for the ages during a shock defeat in Monte Carlo.

Women could play five-set matches at Australian Open under new plan

CEO ideas: Drones delivering drinks, futuristic players' chairs, play on if it's a 'net'.

‘God knows what happens’: Djokovic hints at Australian Open farewell

The 38-year-old remains tied with Margaret Court on 24 major titles.

Sport Headlines | Monday, February 2, 2026

Sport Headlines | Monday, February 2, 2026. Video / NZ Herald

'I needed to have a look at other paths': Hoskins Sotutu on international options

The Blues No 8 says 'it is hard to get a spot' in the All Blacks.

New sheriff in town: The man set to become All Blacks’ high-performance boss

Former Black Sox coach would become Dave Rennie’s boss, overseeing All Blacks management.

End of an era: John Daly’s Masters sideshow loses its Hooters home

The golfer sold more than $750,000 of merchandise at Hooters two years ago.

Who will be Rennie’s new boss as NZ Rugby reshapes All Blacks power structure?

The new role will oversee the All Blacks, Black Ferns and age grade teams.

Twidle wave: Inside the emotional NRL debut of future Kiwis star

Te Hurinui Apanui Twidle's NRL debut felt more Hollywood that rugby league.

Maadi Cup scandal: 3 Christchurch school rowing coaches sent home from regatta

The men were ordered home after complaints about their conduct.

'Stands above the rest': Fox on the intricacies of Augusta ahead of Masters

'No matter how many times you play it, you’re always going to learn something.'

End of an era: John Daly’s Masters sideshow loses its Hooters home

The golfer sold more than $750,000 of merchandise at Hooters two years ago.

‘Not part of the puzzle’: Ameliaranne Ekenasio on Silver Ferns silence

Ameliaranne Ekenasio says she has had no contact with Dame Noeline Taurua.

How a childhood dream and a bigger pole are lifting Kiwi Olympian to new heights

The 25-year-old has just won world indoor bronze with a 4.76m personal best.

Nonu handed 3-week ban for dangerous high tackle

Ma'a Nonu's ban was cut from six to three weeks for remorse and record.

No room for brotherly love in race with $1 million up for grabs

Swayzee gets draw to make his little brother Leap To Fame work hard in the $1m slot race