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Daughter of Warriors legend inspires NRLW victory

Ivana Lauitiiti scored a try in her NRLW debut match against North Queensland.

Watch - 'Super disrespectful': Basketball fan hurls sex toy on court during WNBA game

Players are calling for improved security after two incidents in four days.

Women's RWC: Assessing the prospects for Black Ferns' title defence

Adam Julian analyses the Black Ferns' prospects as they seek to defend their RWC title

'A heck of a race': The 'wide open' role in Black Ferns World Cup bid

'They know. We've had that conversation and it's wide open and we'll see how that goes.'

'Best option': Taumoefolau makes decision on Super Rugby future

Kyren Taumoefolau has signed with the Chiefs on two-year deal.

Stress fracture sidelines key All Blacks halfback

Cam Roigard will miss the beginning of the Rugby Championship.

Who’s in, who’s out? Predicting the All Blacks Rugby Championship squad

Injury setbacks at halfback, loose forward and prop could force change to the All Blacks.

Wallabies stun weary Lions as lightning delays final test

Australia stunned the Lions 22-12 in a chaotic third test with lightning delays.

Daughter of Warriors legend inspires NRLW victory

Ivana Lauitiiti scored a try in her NRLW debut match against North Queensland.

‘In our hands’: Warriors coach Andrew Webster admits team blew great opportunity

The once big gap between the fourth-placed Warriors and the chasing pack has evaporated.

Warriors slip to second-straight defeat as Dolphins nab last-gasp try

Andrew Webster's side have now lost four of their last six matches.

Like Leka: Why Halasima is destined for Warriors greatness

OPINION: Leka Halasima is on track to becoming the ultimate Warrior, Ben Francis writes.

Mick On Monday: Galloping elite sneak back to work today

It may be Grand National week but some of NZ's best horses return at today's Taupō trial.

Punters bet big on Jesko as new stars of jumps racing light up Riccarton

Jesko and Dictation win as they throw down the gauntlet to their Grand National rivals.

Bergerson hoping for special weekend with Bradman and Bosson

Grand National carnival takes centre stage, but racing also welcomes back champion jockey.

New Zealand’s unluckiest pacer finally drawn to show his best

Luckless pacer finally gets the draw to show his real worth at Alexandra Park tonight.

'Wasn't my time': The frontrunner to replace Silver Ferns captain

Filda Vui is a strong chance to fill the goal attack bib of Ameliaranne Ekenasio.

Silver Ferns confirm five new tests

Dame Noeline Taurua's applauding the extra test matches ahead of the Commonwealth Games.

Netball NZ non-committal on player pay cuts with new broadcast deal

The ANZ Premiership will be broadcast free-to-air on TVNZ next season.

Why the ANZ Premiership’s best shooter won’t play for the Silver Ferns

Amelia Walmsley will miss the Taini Jamison series against South Africa.

87yo to row Tauranga Harbour in tribute to son’s Atlantic feat

The journey honours his late son Phil, a record-setting transatlantic rower.

'Integrity, fairness, consistency': School Sport NZ proposes Year 14 student ban

Debate comes to a head after recent issues in rowing, rugby, mountain-bike competitions.

'Not okay': Top NZ rower cops booze ban after bolting from US police in post-regatta incident

Zack Rumble was being questioned over an alleged assault in Seattle.

‘No secret society’: How women in sport learn best

How trailblazing Kiwi coaches are creating safe spaces for female leaders to learn.

Lawson beats Verstappen to finish as Red Bull’s top car in Hungary GP

The Kiwi held off the world champion for his second points finish in a row.

Lawson starts inside top 10 again, qualifies ninth for Hungarian Grand Prix

The Kiwi has scored points every time he's started in the top 10 this season.

'A tricky day': Lawson off pace in Hungarian Grand Prix practice

The Kiwi was outside the top 10 in both of Friday’s sessions.

‘Not enough’: Lawson wants more after Formula 1 season recovery

The Kiwi is not content with his three points finishes this year.

'Versus': The greatest rivalries in sport – India v Pakistan

When India meet Pakistan in cricket it is more than a match.

Henry takes nine as Black Caps smash Zimbabwe inside three days

New Zealand have taken an unassailable lead in the two-test series.

Black Caps, White Ferns may need qualifiers for LA Olympics under ICC rules

The New Zealand teams could have to qualify for the Los Angeles Olympics.

Mitchell, bowlers put Black Caps in driver's seat for victory over Zimbabwe

New Zealand recovered from some early wobbles to end day two on the front foot.

ASB Classic: Exclusive – Tennis arena upgrade under way as council injects $1.5m

The roof project has been a talking point for years – but this is the biggest step yet.

Why Venus Williams is making a surprise comeback to tennis

Venus Williams returns after a 16-month layoff at the DC Open this week.

Sinner wins first Wimbledon title in another Alcaraz classic

The 23-year-old is the first Italian to win at the All England Club.

'Super surreal': Most one-sided Wimbledon final ever as Swiatek triumphs

She won in just 57 minutes in the most one-sided final in 114 years.

Who’s in, who’s out? Predicting the All Blacks Rugby Championship squad

Injury setbacks at halfback, loose forward and prop could force change to the All Blacks.

Notorious conman who scammed NZ tycoon jailed after 14-year manhunt

Ahsan Ali Syed finally faces justice for his elaborate advance-fee fraud.

'No bigger trophy in New Zealand sport': The enduring magic of the Ranfurly Shield explained

Northland aim to reclaim the Ranfurly Shield after nearly 50 years.

Gregor Paul: Schmidt’s great leap forward for Wallabies shows what ABs could miss

Joe Schmidt transformed the Wallabies into a more unified and harmonious team.

‘In our hands’: Warriors coach Andrew Webster admits team blew great opportunity

The once big gap between the fourth-placed Warriors and the chasing pack has evaporated.

Notorious conman who scammed NZ tycoon jailed after 14-year manhunt

Ahsan Ali Syed finally faces justice for his elaborate advance-fee fraud.

'No bigger trophy in New Zealand sport': The enduring magic of the Ranfurly Shield explained

Northland aim to reclaim the Ranfurly Shield after nearly 50 years.

Bergerson hoping for special weekend with Bradman and Bosson

Grand National carnival takes centre stage, but racing also welcomes back champion jockey.

'A tricky day': Lawson off pace in Hungarian Grand Prix practice

The Kiwi was outside the top 10 in both of Friday’s sessions.

Henry takes nine as Black Caps smash Zimbabwe inside three days

New Zealand have taken an unassailable lead in the two-test series.

Warriors slip to second-straight defeat as Dolphins nab last-gasp try

Andrew Webster's side have now lost four of their last six matches.

Police review footage of top Akl school rugby clash; Witness claims player kicked unconscious

Two red cards were given during the game, one allegedly after a player's head was kicked.