Sport
Black Sticks won't play in 'expensive' Pro League
New Zealand qualified by winning the Nations Cup but the governing body said the Pro League format was "misaligned with New Zealand's high-performance goals".
NZ swimmers touch down in Singapore for Aquatics Championships
A team of 12 New Zealand swimmers, including two defending world champions, have touched down in Singapore ahead of the World Aquatics Championships. Six athletes will make their Aquablack debut at… Audio
Coroner calls for law change after charity boxing death
Christchurch man Kain Parsons died after receiving 30 blows to his head in under three minutes. Audio
Cricket captain calling for rule change over penalisation
A test cricket captain is once again calling for the International Cricket Council to revisit the rules that penalise teams for slow over rates. England skipper Ben Stokes first raised the issue when… Audio
Niue's Sidney Lui re-elected to Oceania Rugby Board
The secretary-general of Niue Rugby Union says she is committed to advocate for the inclusive growth across smaller Pacific rugby unions.
Sacked NRL coach lands Kangaroos top job
Kevin Walters has been announced as the new head coach of the Australia Kangaroos for this year's Ashes series in England.
Midday Sports News for 23 July 2025
There is plenty of support for a change of netball in New Zealand. Audio
Coroner calls for stronger legislation to prevent boxing deaths
The family of a man who was killed in a charity boxing event is backing a new recommendation from the coroner, that there needs to be strong legislation to prevent further deaths. Kain Parsons… Audio
Morning Report Essentials for Wednesday 23rd July 2025
In today's episode, Parliament is continuing to clash over the soaring cost of butter, with both major parties raising the issue in meetings last night with Fonterra's chief executive; The future of… Audio
Silver Ferns captain Ekenasio unavailable for internationals
Silver Ferns captain Ameliaranne Ekenasio has made herself unavailable for this year's international matches. Former Silver Fern Marg Foster spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Sports Chat for 23 July 2025
An update on what's happening in the sports world with Nathan Rarere. Audio
Sports News for 23 July 2025
The First Nations and Pasifika team gave the British and Irish Lions a bit of a fright in their game in Melbourne last night. Audio
Pogacar extends lead as French rider wins brutal mountain stage
Tadej Pogacar has built on his lead, while Valentin Paret-Peintre gives France its first Tour de France stage victory this year.
Sports News for 23 July 2025
The bowlers have again paved the way for the Black Caps as they remain unbeaten at the T20 Tri-Series in Harere after beating South Africa by 7 wickets. Audio
Lions hold firm after scare from First Nations-Pasifika XV
The Lions were rocked by the underdog spirit of their opponents but held on grimly to claim an unconvincing 24-19 win.
Seifert blazes after Black Caps bowlers set up win over South Africa
The Black Caps have kept up their winning run in their T20 tri-series in Zimbabwe.
Early Sports Chat for 23 July 2025
An update on what's happening in the sports world with Nathan Rarere. Audio
Sports News for 23 July 2025
The Black Caps remain unbeaten at the T20 Tri-Series in Harere after beating South Africa for a second time. Audio
NZOC's Nicki Nicol on preparation for Commonwealth Games
A year out from the Glasgow Commonwealth Games, NAthan Rarere caught up with Olympic Committee CEO Nicki Nichol Audio
Nicoll-Klokstad back at fullback for Warriors against Titans
His return is the only change to the team that barely overcame Newcastle Knights last weekend.
