Whanganui sport news
Rugby: Kaierau ready for Border challenge
Border, last year's champions, have yet to secure a victory this season.
Athletics: Cross country season special for Harrier Club
Whanganui Harrier Club celebrates its centenary with events on June 20-22.
Netball: Pirates secure victory with strong second half
All the action from David Jones Motors Premier Netball.
Rugby: Taihape second on premier table after first round
Taihape defeated Border 26-20, continuing their winning streak at Dallison Park.
Whanganui dragon boater to represent NZ at world champs
Anne Kauika is the only Whanganui-based racer selected for the Black Dragons squad.
Athletics: Young athletes climb ranks
The Whanganui rankings list top performances for the 2024-2025 season.
Rugby: Kaierau claim Paul Mitchell Cup
A wrap of the weekend's club rugby in Whanganui.
Club rugby: Marist stun with win over Border
It was Marist's first win since 2019 over the five-time defending champions.
Rugby: Marist and Border chase first win of season
The Jake Alabaster Memorial Shield adds extra incentive for both sides.
Rugby: Top Whanganui women's teams set for clash
Marist hosts Rātana at Cooks Gardens at 6.30pm on May 8.
Rugby: Taihape snatch last-minute victory against Rātana
A penalty try clinched the win for Taihape.
ACC data shows improvement with sport-induced concussions
The Whanganui District's concussion claim costs were down nearly $238,900 from 2023.
Whanganui club rugby: Horrocks boosts Whanganui Shield defence
A preview of this weekend's senior and women's club rugby.
Taihape face unbeaten Rātana in crucial club rugby clash
A preview of this weekend's premier competition.
Athletics: Secondary Schools Association stands test of time
After more than 50 years, the association is still achieving its aims.
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.
Sport news around NZ
Liam Lawson fastest Red Bull car, fifth in F1 Monaco practice
The Kiwi impressed on the opening day on the streets of Monte Carlo.
Hurricanes v Reds: 'Canes eye top four
Live updates of the Super Rugby Pacific clash between the Hurricanes and the Reds.
How two rugby stars are reshaping the women's game
Katelyn Vahaakolo and Ilona Maher talk social media, the World Cup and growing the game.
Crusaders win southern derby after overtime penalty miss from Highlanders
The Crusaders have shot to the top of the Super Rugby ladder.
Gisborne business optimistic about Budget, council welcomes road funding
The Budget offers businesses a 20% tax incentive for new productive assets.
Rugby World Cup winner Lawrence Dallaglio faces bankruptcy
A failed individual voluntary arrangement with Revenue and Customs led to his troubles.
More local sport news
Gold rush: Swimmer Paige Conley cleans up at national champs
'Butterfly is my strongest stroke, so I always get out pretty fast.'
Whanganui athletes shine at inaugural Manawatū/Whanganui awards
George Beamish won the Molly Dorne Cup as MWA athlete of the year.
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.