Sports news
Rep cricketer emailed club to play social footy, becomes National League sensation
Meet the footballer who smashed Beauden Barrett's Bronco fitness test record.
How a mini-stroke couldn't stop Emerson's football journey at Napier City Rovers
No question of Cameron Emerson’s courage and commitment in hitting a 100-game milestone.
Central Districts get vote of confidence from racing bosses
Key questions answered over immediate future of crucial Central Districts racetracks
Napier homicide: Gang connection rumours 'damaging' and untrue - police
Teen homicide victim Kaea Karauria will be laid to rest next to his beloved Papa.
'Ruthless Environment': Cut from pro club in the UK – how New Zealand gave English footballer a second shot
How shift from UK is helping Mason Johnson as a footballer and a person.
The future is looking bright for Māori basketballer in US
Kahuranaki Treacher aims for the US college basketball season at Eastern Arizona.
Hawke’s Bay Hawks stun Tauranga Whai with buzzer-beating heroics
Two unlikely heroes stepped up for the Hawks at the death.
How Napier City Rovers rebounded with a dominant win on the road
Napier City Rovers seek successive wins on the road in Wellington.
On The Up: 11-year-old dishing out 32 fillets after landing huge kingfish from beach
'No one deserved something like this to happen to them more than Clancy.'
Why Napier City Rovers' next match is critical for National League hopes
Frustration after Napier City Rovers fail to put away Central League strugglers.
On the Up: Footballer on citizenship and career milestones
Stephen Hoyle's footballing career has gone full circle in New Zealand.
France over All Blacks? Rugby prospect signs with Toulon, snubs NZ interest
He played for France in last year's under-20’s Six Nations.
'Nice little rush': Napier City Rovers' UK goalie on the thrill of a save
English goalkeeper Harry Townsend is making himself feel at home in Napier.
Why Napier City Rovers are eager to build on last season's success
It's time for the team of 2025 to write their own chapter in Napier City Rovers history.
‘Identified a few issues’: Super Rugby CEO addresses Fijian Drua travel problems
Super Rugby Pacific held a 'thorough review' of the issues after the Drua shared concerns.
‘How is this even happening?’: Probe into Fijian Drua rugby team’s hellish journey
Star player questioned if NZ or Australian team would ever have to ride in back of truck.
'Can’t say no to your grandma': 75-year-old convinces daughter and grandson to do an Ironman with her
'We weren’t just racing. We were creating memories as a family.'
Sport news around NZ
Brumbies v Crusaders: Battle for second seed
Live updates of the Super Rugby Pacific clash between the Crusaders and the Brumbies.
Chiefs secure top seed with win over Highlanders
The Chiefs finish at the top of the table while the Highlanders finish at the bottom.
'Since when is that a crime?': Fighter defends backyard bouts
The event offered a $50,000 cash prize and featured 30 fights in an hour.
More local sports news
Plenty of players, but no committee: Rugby club could 'fold' after 140 years
'It has become unsustainable for the few still involved.'
Rowland Smith warms up for Golden Shears with Hawke's Bay win
“They would have jumped a bit when they saw him turn up,” said one woolshed veteran.
Winning formula: HB family’s unbeaten run in horse racing
The Andersens enjoyed a 100% winning rate this past week.
59/7 declared: Hawke’s Bay captain explains unusual first innings call after Hawke Cup loss
'It was a huge risk and it hasn’t paid off.'
Opinion: Would you pay $11.40 to watch 7 year olds play sport?
OPINION: I can’t hold back tides, but I don't want to keep paying through gritted teeth.
Warriors captain announces shock retirement
The club has been dealt a blow ahead of the 2025 NRL season.