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Revealed: NZ's most dangerous sport based on ACC claims
Rugby-related injuries cost taxpayers $148 million in 2024.
How a racing revival is drawing crowds back to Arawa Park
Rotorua Racing hopes to build on recent successes including boosted turnout and turnover.
Historic Hawke's Bay school's First XV to play against NRL youth side on Aussie tour
More than half of the school's roll is heading on a tour of Australia this winter.
'Raw and unfiltered:' Jenny-May Clarkson's emotional life story
TVNZ's Jenny-May Clarkson admits to suffering from self-doubt in her book Full Circle.
Recap: Blues well beaten by Reds
All the action as the Blues were beaten by the Queensland Reds in Brisbane.
Recap: Warriors storm to convincing win over Knights in Christchurch
Relive the action as Andrew Webster's side made it back-to-back victories.
Second-straight second-half surge powers Chiefs past Western Force
Clayton McMillan’s side continue to set the pace in Super Rugby Pacific.
Written in the Stars: Netball icons reunited
Temepara Bailey and Leana de Bruin can read each other’s minds.
'Didn’t think I had a face': Former England cricketer opens up on horror Top Gear crash
Flintoff suffered serious facial injuries and broken ribs while filming in 2022.
Why weather could be key in high-stakes Breeders race at Te Rapa
Trainer Tony Pike isn't worried about rain for Poetic Champion’s race.
'So crucial': Dalgety banks on strong start for Group 1 success
He will drive Beside Me in the Pascoes Oaks and Republican Party in the Messenger.
'We’re gonna kick a**': Steamroller stars ready for Chiefs showdown
The Festival of Disability Sport will feature eight wheelchair rugby teams.
End finally in sight for swimmer’s 38-year challenge
Gráinne Moss approaches completion of her 38-year Oceans Seven quest.
Psychiatrist speaks of Olivia Podmore’s ‘despair’ at sacrifices she made
Dr Erik Monasterio spoke at the coronial inquest into the death of Olympic cyclist Olivia Podmore in Christchurch District Court on April 22, 2025.
On The Up: Duo turning harakeke waste into carbon-fibre alternative
Ben and William started the project while at university, turning into a global opportunity
Editorial: For the love of the game, we must mitigate risks of sporting corruption
OPINION: We must be vigilant over corruption seeping into sport.
Alice Soper: How putting community ahead of competition revitalises sport
OPINION: The goal becomes team retention and enjoying the game together.
Watch: World’s third-fastest woman destroys field at son’s sports day
She also praised her son Zyon for winning his race at the event.
'Incredibly determined': Auckland boy hula hoops his way into world record books
Leonardo Pala, 10, now has his eyes set on breaking a new record.
How ex-tropical Cyclone Tam will affect Easter weekend sport
Some events have been cancelled but many will still go ahead as planned.
'Pretty scary': Highlander's journey from emergency neck surgery to successful return
'I definitely thought for a second, like, man, is that it for my career?'
Women’s hockey world champs taking Dunedin by storm
The last day of week long tournament is April 20.
Taupō Ironman event generates $23m visitor spending for the region
Taupō District Council estimates the December event earned $50m for New Zealand.
Mayor gives tour of new $683m stadium but admits he has ‘no idea’ about parking
Christchurch's new covered stadium is looking to be finished on time and on budget.
Small Business: Southern charm with the Crafty Weka Bar
David and Claire have been in business together since they were 20.
On The Up: What Sport New Zealand is doing to ensure success at elite and grassroots level
Sport New Zealand chief executive Raelene Castle breaks down the sector's latest initiatives. Video / Alyse Wright
NBA contenders fire coach ahead of playoffs
The Denver Nuggets have dismissed Mike Malone just days out from the NBA playoffs.