Emirates Team New Zealand relaunching AC75 named Taihoro on March 09, 2026 in Auckland, New Zealand. The event was held at the Team NZ base.

Sport

Team NZ launches upgraded AC75 for America's Cup defence

The syndicate has unveiled the vessel for a campaign that is focused on securing a historic fourth consecutive victory in Naples in 2027.

6:20pm

2:07

Zac Lomax, centre, is tackled during a State of Origin match in June 2024.

League

Lomax decides future with rugby deal, eyes World Cup

One week after being denied a return to the NRL, Zac Lomax has now officially linked with WA outfit Western Force.

3:01pm

Black Ferns sevens star Jorja Miller.

Rugby

Jorja Miller to the fore as Black Ferns sevens triumph again

The Black Ferns continue their streak over their close rivals in Vancouver thanks to another inspirational performance from Jorja Miller.

2:56pm

New All Blacks head coach Dave Rennie pictured at his announcement alongside chairman David Kirk.

Rugby

'100 analysis clips': How Dave Rennie won over All Blacks' interview panel

The depth of the new All Blacks head coach's preparation for the top job has been revealed.

12:22pm

Liam Lawson after the Formula 1 Melbourne race at Albert Park in Melbourne, Australia.

Motorsport

Lawson says car 'lost all power' at start of F1 opener in Melbourne

Lawson lined up on the grid in eighth at the Australian Grand Prix at Albert Park, but quickly fell back to 20th as he struggled to get off the line.

9:20am

1:30

Rugby

Beauden Barrett makes a break for the Blues against the Crusaders at Eden Park.

Analysis: Barrett pulls strings for Blues as Crusaders self-destruct

Beauden Barrett's quality in his first game back helped expose the Crusaders at Eden Park, writes sports reporter Patrick McKendry.

Mon, Mar 9

League

Charnze Nicoll-Klokstad of the Warriors celebrates his try with Dallin Watene-Zelezniak

Warriors run riot with big opening win over Roosters

The Warriors have dominated the Sydney Roosters from the first to the final whistle in Auckland to start their NRL season in the best possible way.

Sat, Mar 7

Newcastle Knight Trey Mooney, right, reacts after scoring a try during his side's NRL victory over North Queensland in Las Vegas.

Knights reap the rewards in Las Vegas with victory over Cowboys

Kalyn Ponga puts in star turn for Knights after halves teammate Fletcher Sharpe limps off injured.

Sun, Mar 1

Mitchell Barnett in training with the Warriors last month.

Barnett to leave Warriors at end of season for 'personal reasons'

Tue, Feb 24

New Zealand wing Matt Utai in action during the ANZAC Rugby League Test match between the New Zealand Kiwis and the Australian Kangaroos at Suncorp Stadium, Brisbane, Australia on Friday 22 April, 2005.

Former NRL, Kiwis star Matt Utai shot in 'brazen ambush' in Sydney

Tue, Feb 17

Close up view of the signed rugby ball at the Official announcement and press conference for Eden Park to host an official State of Origin match for 2027 held at Eden Park, Auckland.

Scotty Stevenson: League’s Origin salvo a fresh attack in union battle

Tue, Feb 17

Cricket

India's Ishan Kishan celebrates his fifty runs during the T20 World Cup cricket final match between India and New Zealand in Ahmedabad, India

Black Caps stomped by India in T20 World Cup final

New Zealand never posed a threat in its chase and was all out for 159 in 19 overs.

Mon, Mar 9

2:06

Football

Police officer and stewards force fans back after they invaded the pitch following a penalty shoot out after the Scottish Cup quarterfinal soccer match between Rangers and Celtic, in Glasgow, Scotland.

Scottish football fans clash on pitch after Scottish Cup tie

Fans invaded the field and clashed after Celtic beat Rangers in a penalty shootout in the Scottish Cup quarterfinals.

8:09am

1:30

Port Vale's Ben Waine celebrates

Kiwi Waine scores winner as minnows stun Sunderland in FA Cup

"I know it wasn’t pretty to watch, probably not the best game to watch, but we dug in so hard and I think we deserved it," said Waine, who headed in from close range in the 28th minute.

7:49am

1:30

Sam Cosgrove of Auckland FC and Brian Kaltak of Perth Glory, Auckland FC v Perth Glory FC.

Auckland, Perth left to rue A-League Men draw

Sunday 6:11pm

Corban Piper of the Phoenix scores during the Men’s A-League Round 20 match between the Adelaide United and Wellington Phoenix at Coopers Stadium in Adelaide, Friday.

'Players were like warriors': Phoenix battle to a draw with Adelaide

Sat, Mar 7

The current crop of All Whites told Breakfast some of their first and most vivid memories from World Cup’s past.

All Whites on their favourite moments from past World Cups: 'Crazy goal'

Wed, Mar 4

Netball

Matt Whineray has served on the board for over eight years.

Outgoing Netball NZ chairperson denies any pressure to step down

The national body confirmed on Tuesday night the chairperson and three board members were stepping down.

Wed, Feb 18

Other Sport

TVNZ will deliver comprehensive coverage of the Milano Cortina 2026 Paralympic Winter Games live and free from March 7 to March 16.

'Quiet confidence with these guys' - NZ Paralympians set for Milano Cortina 2026

The Paralympic Winter Games in Italy officially begins today with the opening ceremony, before Corey Peters begins competition for New Zealand.

Sat, Mar 7

Basketball

New Zealand Breakers head coach Petteri Koponen.

'Ready for a new challenge': Breakers to part ways with coach

Petteri Koponen will not be renewing his contract for a third NBL season.

Sat, Feb 28

The 38-year-old played in all four of the Breakers' title winning seasons, and held the club record for the most appearances with 429.

Abercrombie 'honoured' by Breakers jersey retirement

The club legend's #10 jersey will be retired at a ceremony at tonight's home game against Melbourne United.

Fri, Jan 30

Ankle surgery brings Steven Adams' NBA season to an early end

Ankle surgery brings Steven Adams' NBA season to an early end

Thu, Jan 29

Tacko Fall reacts during the round 14 NBL match between Cairns Taipans and New Zealand Breakers at Cairns Convention Centre in Cairns, Australia.

Breakers part ways with tallest player in NBL history

July 22, 2025

Johnathan Yim has taken the Southland Sharks from NBL battlers to title contenders in his first year as head coach.

From the NBA to Invercargill: The coach behind Sharks' dream NBL run

July 19, 2025

Golf

Daniel Hillier in action during the fourth round of the New Zealand Open at Millbrook.

'Best week of my life' - New Zealand's Hillier wins NZ Open

Daniel Hillier wraps up a week during which he was married by becoming the first Kiwi to win the NZ Open since 2017.

Sun, Mar 1

Motorsport

Mercedes driver George Russell of Britain crosses the finish line to win the Australian Formula One Grand Prix at Albert Park, in Melbourne, Australia.

George Russell wins Formula 1's Australian GP, Lawson 13th

Kiwi Racing Bulls driver Liam Lawson, who started seventh on the grid, finished 13th after initially dropping to 20th early on in the race.

Sunday 6:57pm

2:17

The damaged car of Oscar Piastri of Australia and McLaren is returned to the garage on a truck after a crash whilst heading to the grid prior to the F1 Grand Prix of Australia at Albert Park Grand Prix Circuit.

Oscar Piastri crashes out before formation lap for grand prix

The car was left with the front-right wheel hanging off the car and substantial damage to the bodywork.

Sunday 4:46pm

McLaren driver Lando Norris of Britain steers his car during the qualifying session for the Australian Formula One Grand Prix at Albert Park, in Melbourne, Australia.

'It sucks': F1 season starts with new cars in spotlight

Sunday 4:26pm

2:17

Liam Lawson ahead of the Australian Grand Prix in Melbourne.

Lawson secures top 10 start for Melbourne GP, Russell surges to pole 

Sunday 7:10am

Liam Lawson walks in the paddock during previews ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of Australia at Albert Park.

Lawson: 'A lot of unknowns' heading into first F1 race of 2026

Fri, Mar 6

Tennis

Lulu Sun of New Zealand in action against Czech Linda Fruhvirtova in the Australian Open match.

Kiwi Lulu Sun eclipsed in first round of Australian Open

Sun lost in straight sets to Czech qualifier Linda Fruhvirtova in Melbourne.

Tue, Jan 20

Boxing

Joseph Parker starts his ring walk before his fight against Fabio Wardley at London's O2 Arena.

'Worst nightmare' – trainer on Joseph Parker's failed drugs test

Andy Lee speaks out as New Zealand heavyweight boxer Parker appeals a process which remains shrouded in secrecy.

Mon, Feb 23

Josh Wharehinga (file image).

Gisborne's former deputy mayor appointed new Boxing NZ president

Josh Wharehinga replaces Cathy Meehan, who stood down earlier this month.

Thu, Feb 19

One of NZ’s most successful boxers adds his name to the growing number calling for change at the organisation. 

'Tip of the iceberg': Nyika joins growing calls for change at Boxing NZ

Thu, Feb 5

After what her daughter went through, Nienke Podmore says it’s hard to hear more of “these sort of stories”. 

Olivia Podmore’s family says Boxing NZ's controversy 'similar to Livvy'

Wed, Feb 4

Mark Mitchell

Minister to get briefing amid Boxing NZ investigation - PM

Mon, Feb 2