
'They just want to play': Kids miss out as sports field vandalism issue grows
A retired cop aims to track down those responsible for damage to his club's grounds.

Gregor Paul: Why the Chiefs have looked a class above
OPINION: The Chiefs have shown determination after losing the last two Super finals.

Supercars locked in at Taupō, set for South Island debut
Ruapuna will undergo upgrades, including track resurfacing and new facilities.

How a Rotorua gym is gearing up for the world jiu-jitsu championships
They need to raise $63,000 for flights and accommodation for the team.

Key All Black re-signs with Chiefs, NZ Rugby until 2027
He was named World Rugby Breakthrough Player of the Year last November.

On The Up: 11yo Taradale runner may have broken 5km world record
Jack Coombe would have been happy to beat his PB, before his time sent everyone googling.

'Best decision': Teacher credits group for marathon success
Matthew Liley completed the Rotorua Marathon in five hours and 50 minutes.

Watch: 'Oh f*** off' - Steven Adams' cheeky jab at Oz reporter caught on mic during presser
'He's Australian, I had to,' the NBA star said.

'Transformative moment': Dame Lisa Carrington backs women's basketball
Her involvement highlights increasing momentum for women's sports in NZ.

7000 tackle Rotorua Marathon
The year’s event had a new finish line in the heart of Rotorua.

'Electric atmosphere': New finish line for Rotorua Marathon
Several event including return of Marae to Marae relay.

Rotorua to host 'epic' rugby test match in September
Rotorua is Samoa's 'home ground away from home'.

Teen swimmer breaks Danyon Loader's 33-year record
He qualified for five events at the World Aquatics Junior Championships in Romania.

Baywide rugby battle continues
Reigning Premier titleholders Te Puke Sports tasted success at the Tauranga Domain.

Cricket stumps to rugby posts: Chiefs to make Super Rugby history at Bay Oval
Samisoni Taukei’aho will make his 100th Super Rugby appearance in this match.

'It's so long and so fast': Kiwi champion's Isle of Man TT challenge
He'll also race in the British Superbike Championship and Northwest 200.

On The Up: He's 100 – and the world's oldest motorcycle racer
Leslie Harris has no intention of hanging up his leathers.
Sport news around NZ

‘Small beginnings’: Tournament now hosts more athletes than Olympics
Games is the biggest intermediate-school level sports tournament in Australasia.

National Māori netball tournament celebrates culture and pride
The AMNOHL tournament will be held in Wellington during Easter weekend.

On The Up: From tricycle to triumph - Young BMX champ aims for Olympics
Maddy, 13, is a four-time national BMX champion with sights firmly fixed on the Olympics.

Taupō Ironman event generates $23m visitor spending for the region
Taupō District Council estimates the December event earned $50m for New Zealand.

Jordan Cup returns to Tauranga Sports after tight match
Whakarewarewa remained unbeaten, defeating Greerton Marist 57-28 at home.

'Dream come true': Payne wins Jason Richards Memorial trophy in Taupō
The New Zealander was the best driver across the three Supercars races in Taupō.