Beamish sets stage for Olympic debut with new record
Despite fifth in Paris, Beamish shows promise for Olympic success.
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Early gold for NZ Olympic team
A piece of sporting history is recovered to inspire Olympic hopefuls.
Woman boards a flight to Paris and no one spots her unbelievable error
She looked out the window and saw palm trees, not the Eiffel Tower.
Gisborne teen heading to Olympics for demo sport Muay Thai
Ishtar Mackey-Huriwai is following a well-trodden family path all the way to Paris.
Tokyo bronze medallists miss selection as NZ names Olympic tennis team
Erin Routliffe and Lulu Sun are the only Kiwis on the plane to Paris.
What will (and won’t) be open in Paris for the Olympics?
A time when most Parisien business owners depart the city for a holiday.
Chris Rattue: England's terrific chance to beat All Blacks
OPINION: The All Blacks are back to rescue our dud sports scene.
Countdown to Paris: Is the city ready to host the Olympics?
The biggest sporting event of the year kicks off this month.
Kiwi triathlete thinks he can crack rival and claim Olympic gold
Hayden Wilde is confident of outracing Alex Yee – and the prospect of a swim in the Seine.
'Dream come true': Tauranga woman named for Paris Olympics
Just the third ever artistic swimming duo to represent NZ at the Olympics.
'That's incredible': Black Ferns great blown away by Jonah Lomu comparison
The winger has the chance in Paris to add a second straight Olympic gold medal.
Paris Olympics: Final preperations under way as 'poo protesters' strike
An operational athletics test has been held while the quality of the river Seine continues to concern organisers. Video / AP
'Sex monster': Dutch volleyball player who raped 12-year-old girl qualifies for Olympics
This news comes after a judge said his Olympic hopes were a 'shattered dream'.
Reid to play Olympics role despite non-selection
'It didn’t swing his way this time but it was very close': coach Sheldrake.
Monet was born here, so why do so many tourists snub this French city?
It's only the birthplace of one of the world's most famous artists and artistic movements.
Underdogs or medal hopes? Black Sticks dare to dream
Dominic Dixon and Sean Findlay are in, with Greg Nicol as the coach.
The only crowd-free holiday you'll find in Paris this summer
Idling through France is still possible - if you know where to look.
The secret to eating well in Europe without spending a fortune
The best gastronomic experiences in France and Spain for travellers on a tight budget.
Olympics countdown: Key questions ahead of Paris
Medal hopes, mascots and b-boys - there are many questions to be answered in Paris.
Hold the French fries! Paris Olympics chart a new gastronomic course
New York Times: France tries to revitalise the global image of its cuisine.
Heartbreak to heroism: Regina Sheck's remarkable rugby tale
A Black Ferns legend is still coaching and helping kids become the best they can be.
World champion pair to lead Kiwi cycling team in Paris
Aaron Gate and Ellesse Andrews will be hoping to bring home medals on the bike.
LockerRoom: After three decades, Aleh realises America's Cup dream
Jo Aleh has always been at the forefront of female yachting in New Zealand.
Revealed: Vast number of condoms available at Paris Olympics
Cardboard beds make a return from the Tokyo Games in 2021.
NZ swimming team to split build-up ahead of Games
Swimming NZ was forced into finding a solution that suited its two biggest names.
Man turns himself in after dismembered body found in suitcase under Paris bridge
Paris police make grim discovery after being called to fire under Austerlitz bridge.
How much? A price guide to the world's most popular cities
From London to New York, which cities are going to cost you the most?
Paris' best neighbourhoods for foodies, where chefs are going all out for the Olympics
With everyone piling into Paris this summer, French food is on full show.
Aussie gymnast switches allegiance to represent NZ at Paris Olympics
The artistic gymnast has switched national allegiance as her mother is a New Zealander.
Rough Guides' readers pick world's most beautiful countries – does NZ even rank?
Discover where your favourite destinations sit among the 20 top-ranked nations.
Stairmand, Vette named as Kiwi surfing pair for Paris Olympics
The duo will travel to France for their second and first Games respectively.
She's overcome heartbreak. Now she's tackling one of the world's 'most dangerous' waves
Gisborne's Olympic surfer Saffi Vette opens up on life's hard lessons and goals.
Scandalous! Paris waiters accused of double dipping tips in run-up to Olympics
Locals have accused waiters of scamming cafe goers, who aren’t aware of gratuity laws.
Ouwehand to become an Olympian
Ouwehand is one of six athletes who will make their Olympic debuts in Paris.