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Lulu Sun loses to qualifier at Australian Open
New Zealand's only singles player at Melbourne has been knocked out in the first round.
UFC: Predictions, previews and wishlist for 2026
Jonty Dine looks at the year ahead in the world's premier mixed martial arts organisation.
Aussie football captain quits over 'disgusting' party costumes
Genna Krienke was outraged by photos of senior men's leadership dressed up for post-season celebrations.
Stan the man wins as Tomljanović tells her dad to 'be quiet'
One player had to be wheeled off the courts in a wheelchair, while another was wishing her dad would be quiet in the crowd. Here are the quick hits from the Australian Open.
Springboks legend won't hold grudge if Tony Brown chooses All Blacks
Jean de Villiers says he will not hold a grudge should Tony Brown decide to exit the Springboks and return to New Zealand ahead of the 2027 Rugby World Cup.
Homegrown running champ Boh Ritchie
It was only recently that Boh Ritchie stole the 800-metre record from running legend Lorraine Moller. At the ripe age of 18, Boh has already clocked up 11 national titles. Hailing from Hamilton, Boh… Audio
Sports news for 20 January 2026
Speculation season around who will be the new All Blacks coach. Audio
Sports Chat for 20 January 2026
An update on what's happening in the sports world. Audio
Steven Adams injured in Rockets win
Adams injured his left ankle in an NBA game with no time set on his return to the court.
Fainting ball girl helped by Australian Open player
Zeynep Sönmez paused her match against Ekaterina Alexandrova to help the girl when she collapsed in the heat.
Gordon Watson talks Auckland City FC
Auckland City general manager Gordon Watson talks to Maggie Tweedie and Mark Williams about Auckland City FC, and the first fully-professional association football league in Oceania - The OFC. Audio
All Blacks: The big issues for whoever takes over
Analysis - It's worth weighing up just what the new All Black coach is getting themselves into, writes Jamie Wall.
Fast-finishing Hillier gets second place at Dubai Invitational
The in-form Kiwi golfer held the late clubhouse lead before being surpassed by Spaniard Nacho Elvira.
Morning Report Essentials for Monday 19 January
The government is working on stopping busloads of people stripping rockpools of sea life in north Auckland; Pharmac is seeking clinical advice on whether the weight loss medication Wegovy should… Audio
Raglan surfers clinch titles at national championships
Raglan surfers Billy Stairmand and Maya Mateja picked up premier titles at the national surfing championships north of Gisborne.
Black Caps claim historic series win over India
Daryl Mitchell and Glenn Phillips scored centuries in a devastating partnership as New Zealand claimed their first-ever ODI series win in India. Audio
Dominant Ally Wollaston in box seat to win Tour Down Under
Wollaston powered to wins on each of the first two stages to hold a slim lead ahead of the gruelling final stage in Adelaide.
Australian Open underway in Melbourne
The first Grand Slam tournament of the year is already upon us, with the Australian Open kicking off in Melbourne. Tennis commentator Dave Worsley spoke to Melissa Chan-Green. Audio
