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Monique Barry reveals messages and threats to her social media
Online abuse of athletes is again under the spotlight. Kiwi tennis player Monique Barry is the latest to reveal vile messages and threats sent to her social media inbox. Sports reporter Jonty Dine… Audio
Warriors to begin season tonight
RNZ's Jamie Wall spoke to Lisa Owen about the Super Bowl coming up and the Warriors set to begin their season. Audio
UFC 312: What you need to know
The UFC middleweight title is on the line in Sydney on Sunday.
New franchise proposed for NRL: Mana Pasifika
Auckland becomes the latest team to throw its hat in the ring for a new NRL franchise, which would be dubbed Mana Pasifika and call Eden Park home.
Zoi Sadowski-Synnott wins Snowboard Big Air World Cup
Her injury comeback is complete with victory at the Snowboard Big Air World Cup.
Midday Report Essentials for Friday 7 February 2025
In today's episode, locals are concerned about a meeting the Cook Islands Prime Minister is holding with China, and there are wider geopolitical concerns too; the founding chief executive of Health… Audio
Is bouldering our new favourite pastime?
If you have a fear of heights, Celine Dam might have a way to help you conquer it. Audio
Ko hits early bogey trouble in Florida
A horrible start has ruined Dame Lydia Ko's opening round at the latest LPGA Tour event, as she parred her first hole, but followed up with two double bogeys and two bogeys over her next six holes.
Pacific heritage players to feature in Super Bowl LIX
Ju Ju Smith-Schuster and Kingsley Suamataia will feature for Kansas City Chiefs, while Jordan Mailata be in for the Philadelphia Eagles.
Palmerston North Speedway attracts big crowds
The annual Superstock Teams Champs is on this weekend, the biggest event on Palmerston North's calendar. Charlotte speaks with Palmerston North Speedway Promoter Bruce Robertson. Audio
Midday Sports News for 7 February 2025
Wanaka snowborader Zoi Sadowski Synnott has won her second world cup title in a week after claiming gold at the Aspen Big Air. Audio
Sports commentator Sam Ackerman
The Wallabies are on the hunt for new coach, Sam Ackerman discusses what Joe Schmidt's departure means for international rugby, rumours about Steven Adams heading to the Lakers and what lies ahead for… Audio
Will Jordan wants ABs to be able to play for Aussie Super Rugby teams
The All Blacks star is backing the idea of a Super Rugby draft.
Morning Report Essentials for Friday 7 February 2025
On today's episode, Waitangi National Trust chairperson Pita Tipene spoke with Ingrid Hipkiss, Winston Peters spoke with Corin regarding concerns about the Island nation's transparency as an agreement… Audio
Sports Chat for 7 February 2025
An update on what's happening in the sports world with Nathan Rarere. Audio
Sports News for 7 February 2025
Joe Schmidt will end his tenure as Wallabies coach after the Rugby Championship, dashing Australia's hopes that the New Zealander would stay on for the 2027 World Cup. Audio
Coast-to-Coast race kicks off today
It would be hard to imagine the famous Coast to Coast adventure race without Elina Ussher on the start line. The four time Longest Day winner will be lining up on Kumara Beach early tomorrow morning… Audio
Dream start for Austria at ski champs
Stephanie Venier gave the hosts an ideal start to the Alpine World Ski Championships by winning the women's super-G gold on home snow in the first individual race, with Queenstown's Alice Robinson…
Sports News for 7 February 2025
The Phoenix captain Scott Wootton is adamant his side should have been granted a penalty during their 1-all draw with the Brisbane Roar yesterday evening in Wellington. Audio
The events coming back, and those that aren't, at the Commonwealth Games
The Games has been scaled back after the organisers struggled to find a host, however, it will still see more than 200 medals contested across 10 sports in Glasgow this year.
