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The reality of life for NZ's top women's rugby players

Non-Black Ferns earn about $17,000 a season in Super Rugby Aupiki.

History makers: Phoenix women reach first A-League grand final after extra time

Wellington have beaten the Brisbane Roar to book their place in the final.

Welcome to the league: Leger-Walker makes WNBA debut for Connecticut

The 24-year-old became the second New Zealander to play in the WNBA.

On The Up: The Kiwi driver making waves in powerboat racing

A sudden E1 call-up in 2026 saw Rianna O’Meara-Hunt eventually become a permanent pilot.

Hurricanes player ratings: All Blacks duo steal the show as returning winger stamps mark

OPINION: How the Hurricanes players rated in their victory over Moana Pasifika.

Hurricanes blitz Moana Pasifika 50-17

The Hurricanes continued their assault on their Super Rugby Pacific rivals, running out to a 50-17 win over Moana Pasifika at North Harbour Stadium. Video / Sky Sport

From Twickenham flashpoint to 'hit job' claims: The untold story and details of Scott Robertson's All Blacks exit

'F*** it': Coaching box and comms, politics and players – why Razor's dream fell apart.

Moorby scores four as Hurricanes blow past Moana Pasifika

The win puts the Hurricanes on top of the table with a five-point buffer.

Former Warriors star and fan favourite in intensive care after fall at home

Jason Death was named Warriors Player of the Year in 1999.

‘Tired of fighting the war within’: Ex-Warriors star's addiction, homelessness battle

He has recently signed a deal with World Bare Knuckle Fighting.

Kiwi Fern earns historic Maroons Origin start after rule change opens door

Otesa Pule will play from kickoff for the first time after an eligibility rule change.

Questions raised over star halfback's future at Warriors

A halves dilemma at the Warriors appears poised to become a problem, according to reports.

Churchillian too quick for flying filly at Arawa Park

The black-type win adds to Churchillian's future broodmare worth.

Big-race double in same hour for Forsman and ownership group

Cambridge trainer wins major races at both domestic meetings.

Kiwi galloper could crown golden week for owner after stunning sale

Owner has Sweynesday racing in Gosford days after he landed a A$5.6 million windfall.

Cullen’s Group 1 night: One can win, one can’t and one won’t count

Tonight's Alexandra Park meeting features five Group 1 races.

ANZ Premiership coach defends netball depth after Casey Kopua, Leana de Bruin comebacks

Former Silver Ferns Leana de Bruin and Casey Kopua played in round four.

Balmer’s found the right dose of medicine and netball

Laura Balmer paused Otago med school last year to debut with the Central Pulse.

'Great period of change': Netball NZ appoints former TVNZ chairman as board chair

The experienced company director will appoint a permanent CEO and three board members.

Netball NZ CEO on Silver Ferns fixtures, broadcast deals, her future

Jane Patterson is keeping quiet on whether she wants the CEO job long-term.

Emma Twigg on track to make LA Olympics in beach rowing | Ryan Bridge TODAY

Emma Twigg on track to make LA Olympics in beach rowing. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

Twigg's latest win puts Olympic beach sprint history within reach

Emma Twigg, 39, adds the national beach sprint title to her world crown.

Watch: NZ Coastal Rowing Championships, day one

Watch all the action of the NZ Coastal Rowing Championships at Orewa Beach.

Body ideals and banned drugs: Sport NZ warns of new risks for young athletes

Sport New Zealand warns youth doping is rising, partly fuelled by social media ideals.

On The Up: The Kiwi driver making waves in powerboat racing

A sudden E1 call-up in 2026 saw Rianna O’Meara-Hunt eventually become a permanent pilot.

'Precise and committed': Endurance ace Hartley on what it takes to win

Brendon Hartley and his co-drivers lead the WEC after victory at the Imola opener.

F1 rule tweaks have not fixed fundamental problems

OPINION: Rule tweaks on electrical deployment made only a marginal difference in Miami.

Winners & Losers: The worst sporting performance we'll see this year

OPINION: Christopher Reive runs through the best and worst from the sporting weekend.

‘Tricky situation’: Indian commitments leave Black Caps at risk for England

Five players will head to England with little to no chance to prepare after T20 stints.

Australian set to become England selector to help McCullum's side regain Ashes

Former allrounder Marcus North, 46, would be the first foreign England selector.

Loyalty or stubbornness? Black Caps double down on faith in Tom Blundell

Despite his form struggles, the 35-year-old is the only wicketkeeper in the NZ squad.

Former Australian opener Warner 'reckless and foolish' over drink-driving charge

David Warner was allegedly more than double the legal blood alcohol limit in Australia.

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

Exclusive: Player in Fifa World Cup-bound team investigated over alleged Auckland sex attack

Police have confirmed they're probing an alleged incident during the March tournament.

Hurricanes player ratings: All Blacks duo steal the show as returning winger stamps mark

OPINION: How the Hurricanes players rated in their victory over Moana Pasifika.

How Auckland FC rated in semifinal first leg

How the Auckland FC players rated in their 1-1 semifinal first leg.

Ranked: The most bizarre endings in sports finals

Decisions from referees and officials left trophies mired in long disputes.

Back to school: Why big-name pros, ex-ABs are coaching First XV rugby

Mike Thorpe reports on the rise of the schoolboy super-coach.

‘Tricky situation’: Indian commitments leave Black Caps at risk for England

Five players will head to England with little to no chance to prepare after T20 stints.

Welcome to the league: Leger-Walker makes WNBA debut for Connecticut

The 24-year-old became the second New Zealander to play in the WNBA.

'The policy works for us': NZR stands firm on Mo'unga's All Blacks' eligibility

Steve Lancester has doubled down on their eligibility policies.

Football club owner known as ‘Britain’s first gay dad’ charged with human trafficking

Daily Telegraph UK: Police raided their Danbury mansion, football club and The Swan pub.

'No regrets' How Auckland FC penalty hero Woud put himself on brink of Fifa World Cup dream

The 27-year-old Auckland FC keeper is vying for the All Whites' third goalkeeper spot.

On The Up: The Kiwi driver making waves in powerboat racing

A sudden E1 call-up in 2026 saw Rianna O’Meara-Hunt eventually become a permanent pilot.

Bournemouth player dropped as club investigate ‘messages to 15-year-old girl’

Bournemouth say they 'understand the seriousness' and will investigate.