Whanganui sport news
Marist Rugby stalwart named national president
Whanganui's Mike Donoghue has been involved with New Zealand Marist for nearly 60 years.
Rugby: Kaierau reclaim Whanganui Rugby Shield
Ethan Robinson scored twice, including the match-winning try.
Rugby: Stunning comeback for Rātana to draw with Border
Rātana scored three converted tries in the final 15 minutes.
How a childhood injury led Jacob Booth to rugby refereeing success
Booth is the only Whanganui-based referee in the programme.
Speedway: Warriors ready for battle
The event celebrates 50 years of the Warriors with a big meeting at Oceanview.
Athletics: Record turnout for parkrun
A record 202 participants joined the weekly Whanganui Riverbank parkrun last Saturday.
Club rugby: Taihape beat Marist to retain Challenge Shield
Rātana top the table after defeating Marton 108-12 in week one of the competition.
Rugby: Kaierau hold off new-look Border in season-opener
Around 10 new players made their Premier debut for Border.
Rugby: Whanganui senior competition kicks off this weekend
This year's competition features 10 teams, down from 12 last year.
Rugby: Border, Kaierau kick off Premier season opener
Border face Kaierau in a rematch of last season's grand final.
Athletics: Whanganui long jumper claims secondary schools gold
Whanganui athletes set 50 personal bests at the championships.
Athletics: Whanganui team set for North Island schools competition
The North Island Secondary Schools Championships will be at Porritt Stadium in Hamilton.
Whanganui rowing coaches ‘proud’ of Maadi effort
Whanganui schools won two gold medals at the 2025 Maadi Cup.
New football club in Ruapehu ‘creating pathways’ for kids
Paynter has been impressed with the quality level and enthusiasm for football in Ruapehu.
Unbeaten female talent on show in Rugby League Grand Final
The side have gone unbeaten in their debut season.
Athletics: Whanganui athletes excel as North Island Schools Championships near
There have been personal bests and standout performances at the tail-end of the season.
‘Ticking along well’: Castlecliff Golf Club tees up 100 years
'A quick look at the honours board shows a lot of people who shaped the club.'
‘A hand up’: Eight athletes receive funding for international events
The young Whanganui athletes received grants from the Future Champions Trust.
Whanganui athletes ready for national championships in Dunedin
Six Whanganui athletes will compete as part of the Manawatū-Whanganui team.
‘Phenomenal’ progress: Young shooter’s rapid rise in two years
'She takes off her pointe shoes and picks up a rifle.'
Whanganui netball stalwart honoured for 50 years of service
Di Tasker began umpiring in 1971 while still at primary school.
‘Pretty fearless’: 16-year-old girl dominates NZ motocross circuit
Karaitiana Horne won three major motocross titles in 2024.
$30 greyhounds bet nets Auckland punter $776k windfall
Chef’s Mate had the longest odds, paying $13 in Race 8.
Sport news around NZ
Auckland FC scoring success on and off the pitch
The team's black-and-blue stripes are taking over the city.
Indian Panthers: Team CEO responds to concerns about pay delays
The team did not take to the court on Tuesday night in protest of poor treatment.
New name on the kit: All Blacks secure multimillion-dollar sponsorship deal
The deal replaces Ineos, who ended their sponsorship earlier this year.
Rotorua to host 'epic' rugby test match in September
Rotorua is Samoa's 'home ground away from home'.
Canterbury horseman to honour Greg Sugars at emotional Rowe Cup
Race four is named 'Remembering Greg Sugars – Fond Memories from 2024 – RIP'.
More local sport news
Athletics: Busy week of track of field
Whanganui's Cooks Gardens hosted six meetings over seven days.
‘Massive win for Whanganui’: Women’s Central Districts T20 tournament debut
The ICC Women's World Cup trophy will be displayed on the first day.
Young athlete shines, selected for NZ team to compete in California
Juliet McKinlay has impressed at events throughout the season.
Israel Adesanya earns spot in UFC Hall of Fame
An iconic moment in Adesanya's career has earned him his spot in the Hall of Fame.
‘More businessmen than cricketers’: Masters Games team on staying mates
Sons of Pitches are 'the rowdier of our teams'.
From strength to endurance: Masters athletes defy ageing at Games
Older athletes impress at the NZ Masters Games.