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Stadium wars: Eden Park v the waterfront - which will win?

The debate about the future of Auckland's sporting venues is set to heat up.

Lienert-Brown opens up on 'frustrating' injuries ahead of Chiefs return

The All Blacks midfielder will return for the Chiefs this weekend after an ankle injury.

Opinion: Silver lining to proposed sport funding changes

There are some very passionate and creative people within our sporting community.

Hot shots: Goals aplenty as Rovers surge up the points table

Attack on form as top-of-table teams beckon for Napier City Rovers.

Tattoo marks win for Whanganui mountain biker

To win the race he had to get through a randomised start, and mid-race challenges.

New details of $220.2m Tauranga stadium proposal revealed - is it 'bang for buck'?

An advocate says it will be a city asset but a critic says the money could be used better.

Northland club rugby: Bone-crunching tackles in Hora Hora v Sharks Prems clash

Hora Hora hand the Sharks their first defeat in Premier rugby.

Commonwealth Games host bid presents 'best opportunity' to showcase NZ

New Zealand is in consideration to host the 2034 Commonwealth Games.

Medals galore for Whangārei karate boys in Sydney

Three Northland boys have warded off a stiff challenge from bigger karate opponents.

South Island youngsters' sport access fund to be extended

The $850,000 pilot project supports tamariki and rangatahi Māori.

Far North’s only indoor pool closes after part of roof falls off, hits staff member

Swimmers look forward to re-opening after training in chilly outdoor pools.

Indigenous Games a celebration in Brazil

Hundreds of indigenous athletes gathered in the south of Sao Paulo.

'Another run at the title': Joseph Parker's next fight and future plans revealed

Joseph Parker and David Nyika are joining forces in a Kiwi boxing double act.

Gregor Paul: Set up to fail? The reason behind Moana Pasifika's struggles

Opinion: Moana’s difficult season should induce a deeper commitment of support from NZR.

Friends become foes in battle of Kiwi light heavyweights

World-ranked Jerome Pampellone will square off against his good mate Mose Aumatagi Jr.

Raetihi Gutbuster success not dampened by showers

Around 140 people took part in the various races at the event.

Is hosting the Commonwealth Games really a good idea?

It's expensive to host a major sporting event.

Hawke’s Bay equestrian team wins national title

For the first time in 51 years, Hawke’s Bay has won the Perpetual Challenge Cup.