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Commonwealth Games news

Breaking barriers: How Valerie Adams' life looks now
Phil Gifford goes behind the scenes with Dame Valerie Adams and her new role.

What global sports event will New Zealand host next?
The calendar is bare but the new sports minister is promising to deliver major events.

Phil Gifford: Commonwealth Games in crisis – is this the end?
OPINION: From rising costs to dwindling interest, there is a trouble future for the Games.

'It's a shame': Kiwi Comm Games star speaks out on Victoria's shock withdrawal
Eddie Dawkins expects the Commonwealth Games will go on.

NZOC confirms New Zealand won't replace Victoria as 2026 Comm Games host
The NZOC confirmed Aotearoa isn't an option.

End of Commonwealth Games? Aussie state withdraws hosting duties for 2026
The Games needs a new host after a forecast cost blow-out sank Victoria.

No golden end for Hayden Wilde as Comm Games appeal dismissed
Hayden Wilde's Commonwealth Games silver won't be upgraded to gold.

Medal-winning NZ sports axed from Comm Games
Four athletes who took home medals in Birmingham will not go to Victoria in 2026.

Why Hayden Wilde must wait longer to find out gold fate
The wait will go on for Hayden Wilde.