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Ironman 70.3: Two major Rotorua-Taupō routes closed this weekend
New Zealand

Ironman 70.3: Two major Rotorua-Taupō routes closed this weekend

11 Dec 09:42 PM

Kiwi triathletes will race in the Ironman 70.3 World Championship in Taupō this weekend.

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ABs forced to return vehicles as sponsorship deal ends
All Blacks

ABs forced to return vehicles as sponsorship deal ends

11 Dec 09:30 PM

Ford's 30-year sponsorship of NZ Rugby is ending, forcing All Blacks to return vehicles.

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New Zealand|politics

'Disgraceful': Greyhound trainer slams Govt's abrupt racing ban

11 Dec 08:55 PM

Winston Peters cites high injury rates; industry blindsided by sudden ban.

Rugby World Cup champion reveals he sold medal during Covid
Rugby World Cup

Rugby World Cup champion reveals he sold medal during Covid

11 Dec 08:30 PM

The former England winger opened up about his struggles post retirement.

Herald Hat-trick sports quiz: December 12
Sport

Herald Hat-trick sports quiz: December 12

11 Dec 06:49 PM

Can you get a hat-trick?

Guide to Saudi Arabia’s mad stadium plans for 2034 World Cup
Football World Cup

Guide to Saudi Arabia’s mad stadium plans for 2034 World Cup

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Some of the most spectacular venue designs ever seen.

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Trial to kick off colt Savaglee’s Australian campaign

11 Dec 06:26 PM

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Interim Football Ferns coach wants job full time
Football Ferns

Interim Football Ferns coach wants job full time

11 Dec 05:52 PM

Michael Mayne is upbeat about a team 'reset' in returning to play after recent upheaval.

Saudi Arabia confirmed as 2034 World Cup host
Football World Cup

Saudi Arabia confirmed as 2034 World Cup host

11 Dec 04:41 PM

The 2030 and 2034 Fifa World Cup hosts have been confirmed.

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Pike's plan: 'Ride him a lot quieter' in key Te Rapa race

11 Dec 04:16 PM

Trainer Tony Pike shifts tactics for Witz End, eyeing $1m Aotearoa Classic if successful.

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Paul Lewis: Auckland FC proves NZ is finally ready to be a football country
Opinion

Paul Lewis: Auckland FC proves NZ is finally ready to be a football country

11 Dec 03:49 AM

OPINION: The new side's start to life is rewriting the rules.

Lou Vincent: Match-fixing shame turned my family against me
Black Caps

Lou Vincent: Match-fixing shame turned my family against me

11 Dec 02:00 AM

Lou Vincent: 'I sent Cairns a text to wish him well – he never replied'

The best tips and trails for e-biking in New Zealand
Travel

The best tips and trails for e-biking in New Zealand

11 Dec 12:59 AM

Here's how to make that e-bike trip a smooth one.

Ulberg books UFC return against first man to beat Adesanya
UFC

Ulberg books UFC return against first man to beat Adesanya

11 Dec 12:30 AM

Carlos Ulberg’s road to UFC title contention goes through London.  

ASB Classic 2025 men's field: Rising stars set to clash with seasoned pros
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ASB Classic 2025 men's field: Rising stars set to clash with seasoned pros

10 Dec 11:00 PM

Defending champ Alejandro Tabilo aims to retain title; Cameron Norrie returns from injury.

'I'd love that': Crusaders’ new recruit calls for Australian-based All Blacks
All Blacks

'I'd love that': Crusaders’ new recruit calls for Australian-based All Blacks

10 Dec 10:00 PM

Kiwis are currently unable to win test selection while based offshore.

Lap record falls again at Eastland Kart Club
New Zealand

Lap record falls again at Eastland Kart Club

10 Dec 08:14 PM

Hall slashes 1.251secs off previous best as Barwick wins feature race

Lawson logs most laps at F1 testing, teammate gets Red Bull drive
Formula 1

Lawson logs most laps at F1 testing, teammate gets Red Bull drive

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Liam Lawson had a busy day at the Formula 1 post-season test.

Revealed: Auckland City target Auckland FC players for Fifa Club World Cup
Auckland FC

Revealed: Auckland City target Auckland FC players for Fifa Club World Cup

10 Dec 07:00 PM

New loan rules would make the scenario feasible for both clubs.

Former England rugby player Tom Voyce feared dead in flood
Rugby

Former England rugby player Tom Voyce feared dead in flood

10 Dec 05:43 PM

Former England rugby player Tom Voyce is believed to have died.

Fifa World Cup hosts to be revealed
Football World Cup

Fifa World Cup hosts to be revealed

10 Dec 04:48 PM

Fifa will confirm the hosts of the 2030 and 2034 World Cups.

Herald Hat-trick sports quiz: December 11
Sport

Herald Hat-trick sports quiz: December 11

10 Dec 04:44 PM

Can you get a hat-trick?

Michael Guerin: The human cost of greyhound racing's unexpected demise
Opinion

Michael Guerin: The human cost of greyhound racing's unexpected demise

10 Dec 04:30 PM

OPINION: Nearly 3000 dogs face uncertain futures as racing is effectively ended in NZ.

Champion cyclist pleads guilty over wife's car death
Cycling

Champion cyclist pleads guilty over wife's car death

10 Dec 04:20 PM

Rohan Dennis admitted to a charge of creating a risk of harm.

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Is the Basin Reserve still the home of NZ cricket?
Cricket|black caps

Is the Basin Reserve still the home of NZ cricket?

10 Dec 04:00 PM

Mike Thorpe examines its major contender.

'A long burn': How Taurua fought for her job and turned Silver Ferns around
Silver Ferns

'A long burn': How Taurua fought for her job and turned Silver Ferns around

10 Dec 05:00 AM

Taurua reveals which player stood out to her in 2024.

Stevenson's NZ Rugby future in balance, seeks early release for Japanese move
All Blacks

Stevenson's NZ Rugby future in balance, seeks early release for Japanese move

10 Dec 03:30 AM

Reports the one-test All Black has already signed are premature.

‘Didn’t get the results’: Barrett’s assessment of first year as All Blacks captain
All Blacks

‘Didn’t get the results’: Barrett’s assessment of first year as All Blacks captain

10 Dec 02:00 AM

'It was pleasing to see the group grow as the year wore on,' the skipper says.

Kauri Cliffs: Where stunning views meet golfing adventure
Golf

Kauri Cliffs: Where stunning views meet golfing adventure

10 Dec 01:00 AM

'It's your oasis': Kauri Cliffs offers a unique, relaxed golfing experience.

‘Political free zone’: All Blacks urged to ditch ‘personal whims and fancies’
New Zealand

‘Political free zone’: All Blacks urged to ditch ‘personal whims and fancies’

10 Dec 12:38 AM

Ex-member of All Blacks off-field management team warns of political statement perils.

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Michael Burgess: Heroes and villains from blockbuster Kiwi A-League derby
Opinion

Michael Burgess: Heroes and villains from blockbuster Kiwi A-League derby

09 Dec 10:35 PM

OPINION: Every derby – from Melbourne to Manchester – needs heroes and villains.

Lulu Sun voted WTA’s newcomer of the year
Tennis

Lulu Sun voted WTA’s newcomer of the year

09 Dec 07:15 PM

Kiwi tennis player Lulu Sun has been awarded for her breakout year.

Springboks return to Eden Park, targeting All Blacks' unbeaten run
All Blacks

Springboks return to Eden Park, targeting All Blacks' unbeaten run

09 Dec 07:01 PM

The All Blacks and Black Ferns will play a total of nine home tests in 2025.

'Hardest job in F1': Warning to Lawson over taking Red Bull seat
Formula 1

'Hardest job in F1': Warning to Lawson over taking Red Bull seat

09 Dec 05:51 PM

A former F1 technical director is worried the Kiwi faces a short career in the sport.

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