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From Raygun to swimming through sewage: The absolute worst of Paris 2024
All the moments that made us want to look away from this year's Olympics.
The inside story of Olympic gold medalist, Finn Butcher
During his time at Dunstan High School in Otago, Finn Butcher saw the motto 'seek wisdom as gold' every day. Twelve years later it rings truer than ever. Video / NZ Herald
'Gave my all': Raygun pleads for abuse to stop
Australian breakdancer defends Olympic effort after harsh social media backlash.
TVNZ set to move into pay-TV and sports rights; Fair Go star's business move
Who's in line to be Stuff's next CEO?; The NZ Olympics media dream team.
From #DroneGate to the Goat in the boat: The very best of Paris Olympics
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The goal Lydia Ko has already set after Olympic gold
Ko said she knew her answer when one of her coaches asked her, “What’s your goal now?”
Sports Insider: Olympics' golden glow puts All Blacks in the shade
The days of sitting smugly on the mountain peering down at inferior also-rans are over.
Letters: Culture a key part of New Zealand's Olympic success
OPINION: 'Chef de Mission Nigel Avery and his staff should be congratulated.'
Social media is teeming with Olympics-inspired antics - and it’s making ACC nervous
Your body is amazing, but it can’t do the Biles II... yet.
Elon Musk, J.K. Rowling among celebs in Algerian boxer’s cyber harassment lawsuit
The lawsuit targets cyber harassment by prominent figures, including Musk and Rowling.
Olympic medallists return home
Dame Lisa Carrington, Finn Butcher, and Issac McHardie were among the athletes who arrived home today after New Zealand's most successful Olympics ever. Video / Cameron Pitney
'Not the person I used to be': Simone Biles' birth mum reveals why Biles was adopted
Shanon Biles wants to rekindle her relationship with her world-famous daughter.
Carrington undecided on Olympics future as returning medallists eye Los Angeles
New Zealand's Olympians have begun to return home after a record-breaking Games.
Paul Lewis: Our women Olympians are putting the men to shame
Over the last 20 years, New Zealand women have won 22 golds, double the men's tally of 11.
King Charles praises Kiwis 'grit and spirit' after Paris Games success
New Zealand won 20 medals, with a record 10 golds, seven silvers, and three bronzes.
Meth-laced lollies and NZ pilot crashes stolen helicopter | Focus Morning Bulletin August 14
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Dutch Olympic child rapist breaks down in tears in first interview
The volleyball player has hit out at media coverage.
Eight golds and counting: Carrington cements status as greatest Olympian
The most notable thing over the Games is her ability to make good teams great.
Editorial: Golden generation sets Olympic challenge for Halberg judges
OPINION: Spare a thought for next year's Halberg Awards judges.
'Did not reward originality': Aussie breakdancer Raygun's family criticise Olympic judges over zero score
'It comes naturally for some of them, not so much for Rachael.'
Who really won the Olympics? According to British press, NZ did
Of every nation at the 2024 Games, NZ has been picked out as one of the best.
Chris Rattue: The significant irony of Razor's missed selection call
OPINION: The coach seems scared to herald in the new era All Blacks fans crave.
Opinion: The Olympics has showcased the beauty of Te Ao Māori internationally
OPINION: Forget political point-scoring – Māori culture has won gold on the Olympic stage.
Which sports will financially benefit from NZ's Olympic success?
A limited pool of money means winners are almost guaranteed more funding.
Letters: Labour isn’t to blame for NZ's looming power crisis
OPINION: 'This power crisis has its genesis in Max Bradford’s power reforms.'
The Olympics, a triumph of ambition, lift France from its gloom
New York Times: All sectors of society came together to achieve the nation’s dream.
From podium to profit: How much a gold is worth to Kiwi athletes
How much our gold medallists could earn from brand deals and beyond revealed.
'Way to go Lydia': Trump praises 'most impressive' Ko on Paris gold
Donald Trump congratulates Lydia Ko on Olympic gold as she makes history.
Eric Thompson: Why F1 should be an Olympic sport
OPINION: It's time to put the fast into 'Faster, Higher, Stronger'.
Nine moments of beauty at the Paris Olympics
NYT: As well as athletic excellence, the Games provide plenty of aesthetic excellence too.
From solo sensation to team titan: Dame Lisa Carrington solidifies her legacy in Paris
Dame Lisa Carrington’s feats in Paris have added a new chapter to her already incredible legacy. Video / NZ Herald
Tom Cruise leads star-studded handover at Olympics closing ceremony
The star fronted the LA 28 handover with Billie Eilish, Snoop Dogg and an iconic band.
World warned after Andrews' double gold: 'She'll keep getting better'
Only two Kiwis have enjoyed a better single Olympics than Ellesse Andrews.