Whanganui sport news
Club rugby: Old rivals face off as race for semifinals heats up
Rātana and Marist meet at the Pā in a crucial rematch on Saturday.
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.
Taihape face unbeaten Rātana in crucial club rugby clash
A preview of this weekend's premier competition.
Whanganui club rugby: Horrocks boosts Whanganui Shield defence
A preview of this weekend's senior and women's club rugby.
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.
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.
Athletics: Whanganui long jumper claims secondary schools gold
Whanganui athletes set 50 personal bests at the championships.
Sport news around NZ
'Common-sense victory': Schools win battle to retain top rugby team
NZR scrapped plans for an U-18 team after negotiations with schools.
Opinion: What Naples means for a dramatic America's Cup
The protocol may relax nationality rules, allowing teams to bolster their ranks.
Fox up with leaders after superb start to PGA Championship
Ryan Fox has taken his winning form into the first round of the PGA Championship.
Why the Blues against Moana is more than just a game
Patrick Tuipulotu admires Moana Pasifika's growing cultural impact.
‘We’re quite excited’: Why Lawson is taking confidence into Imola Grand Prix
The Kiwi boasts plenty of experience racing in northern Italy.
'Natural talent': Kiwi darts star on the rise of Luke Littler
The teenage world champ will be taking part at the NZ Darts Masters in August.
More local sport news
‘Once in a generation’ teen gets White Sox call-up
'Her raw talent across all aspects of the game is truly exciting.'
Football: Whanganui sides ‘itching’ to get season started
City start their campaign against Palmerston North United on April 5.
Athletics: Whanganui team set for North Island schools competition
The North Island Secondary Schools Championships will be at Porritt Stadium in Hamilton.
Whanganui rowing coaches ‘proud’ of Maadi effort
Whanganui schools won two gold medals at the 2025 Maadi Cup.
New football club in Ruapehu ‘creating pathways’ for kids
Paynter has been impressed with the quality level and enthusiasm for football in Ruapehu.
Unbeaten female talent on show in Rugby League Grand Final
The side have gone unbeaten in their debut season.