Whanganui sport news
Whanganui club rugby: Horrocks boosts Whanganui Shield defence
A preview of this weekend's senior and women's club rugby.
Athletics: Secondary Schools Association stands test of time
After more than 50 years, the association is still achieving its aims.
Marist Rugby stalwart named national president
Whanganui's Mike Donoghue has been involved with New Zealand Marist for nearly 60 years.
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.
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.
‘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.
Athletics: Whanganui athletes excel as North Island Schools Championships near
There have been personal bests and standout performances at the tail-end of the season.
‘Ticking along well’: Castlecliff Golf Club tees up 100 years
'A quick look at the honours board shows a lot of people who shaped the club.'
‘A hand up’: Eight athletes receive funding for international events
The young Whanganui athletes received grants from the Future Champions Trust.
Whanganui athletes ready for national championships in Dunedin
Six Whanganui athletes will compete as part of the Manawatū-Whanganui team.
‘Phenomenal’ progress: Young shooter’s rapid rise in two years
'She takes off her pointe shoes and picks up a rifle.'
Whanganui netball stalwart honoured for 50 years of service
Di Tasker began umpiring in 1971 while still at primary school.
Sport news around NZ
Lawson logs 11th best time in Miami practice, sprint qualifying looms
The Kiwi has never driven the Miami International Autodrome before this weekend.
The hard road: Inside Liam Lawson's struggles in the 2025 F1 season
The Kiwi is on the path back after being dropped mid-season by Red Bull.
'Really awkward': Homeschool student stripped of medal two years in a row
A homeschool student had medals taken away and given to athletes placed below them
Riccarton mud bath avoided as racing bosses get flexible
Riccarton meeting could have been run on a very heavy track but common sense prevailed.
'Bit of a wake-up call': Blues bounce back with big win
The Blues claimed a bonus-point win to get their season back on track.
Dixon seeks elusive Barber victory in tight IndyCar season
The Kiwi driver sits fifth in the title race with 86 points, chasing leader Alex Palou.
More local sport news
‘Pretty fearless’: 16-year-old girl dominates NZ motocross circuit
Karaitiana Horne won three major motocross titles in 2024.
$30 greyhounds bet nets Auckland punter $776k windfall
Chef’s Mate had the longest odds, paying $13 in Race 8.
Athletics: Busy week of track of field
Whanganui's Cooks Gardens hosted six meetings over seven days.
‘Massive win for Whanganui’: Women’s Central Districts T20 tournament debut
The ICC Women's World Cup trophy will be displayed on the first day.
Young athlete shines, selected for NZ team to compete in California
Juliet McKinlay has impressed at events throughout the season.
Israel Adesanya earns spot in UFC Hall of Fame
An iconic moment in Adesanya's career has earned him his spot in the Hall of Fame.