Sport
Black Caps thump South Africa to level T20 series
New Zealand have levelled the series with a dominant win over the tourists in Hamilton.
Warriors co-captain Barnett nears return against Knights
Meanwhile, injuries have seen Luke Hanson named for an NRL debut in the halves, as two unbeaten teams meet.
White Ferns lose to South Africa in second T20
South Africa have levelled the five match series at 1-1.
NZ take on South Africa in T20 double header
Sports reporter Jonty Dine spoke to Lisa Owen about the latest in T20 cricket double header between New Zealand and South Africa in Hamilton. Audio
T20 cricket double header kicks off between NZ and South Africa
The T20 cricket double header between New Zealand and South Africa has started in Hamilton. In a quick turnaround from the opening game of the series the White Ferns are looking to make it two from… Audio
Cancelled 2026 Commonwealth Games leaves unfinished legacy
When the Games were cancelled the Victorian government promised to deliver all the infrastructure it had committed to when the state agreed to host the event.
100 years of whistle blowing in the King Country
King Country Rugby Referees are celebrating a century of whistleblowing. Yes, for one hundred years, committed referees have been strapping on their boots to support rugby across their small towns… Audio
Midday Sports News for 17 March 2026
An update on the latest news and results from RNZ's sports team. Audio
Sports correspondent Sam Ackerman
Black Ferns sevens' win in New York, as the Black Caps and White Ferns take on South Africa in the cricket. Also, what is the issue causing headaches in Formula 1 racing. Audio
Sports Chat for 17 March 2026
An update on what's happening in the sports world with Barry Guy. Audio
Sports Chat for 17 March 2026
An update on what's happening in the sports world with Joe Porter. Audio
Tevita Latu's long road to Moana Pasifika
Moana Pasifika midfielder Tevita Latu has taken one of the more unusual routes to Super Rugby.
Early Sports Chat for 17 March 2026
An early morning sports news update with Joe Porter. Audio
No notification from Iran on World Cup withdrawal
The Asian Football Confederation says it has not received any notification from Iran that it will withdraw its national football team from the World Cup.
Fiji sevens mens team come up short in New York
Fiji sevens mens team come up short in New York, Fijian Drua stuns Brumbies on home soil in Ba, Moana Pasifika thrashed by Blues at Eden Park and more in Sipoti Talanoa with RNZ Pacific senior sports… Audio
The Panel with Verity Johnson and Tim Wilson, Part 1
Tonight, on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Verity Johnson and Tim Wilson. First up, with the price of petrol ticking over the $3 mark, is now the time to consider a pivot to… Audio
Black Ferns Sevens secure World Series title for another year
The Black Ferns Sevens have secured the World Series title for another year with a fight-back win over Australia in New York today. The victory in the gold medal game extended their winning record… Audio
Heated weekend of Super Rugby with movement in top spots
It was a heated weekend of Super Rugby as new and old rivals went to battle. After three weeks at the top, the Brumbies have slipped to second, usurped by the Hurricanes, while Moana Pasifika languish… Audio
Prizewinning fisherman reels in 7.6kg snapper
A whopping 7.5kg fish has landed one lucky angler more than $30,000 in prizes at this year's Ninety Mile Beach Snapper Bonanza. Harley Ra, who was raised in Kaitaia but works in Perth, hooked the… Audio
OZ Update: What's happening in Australia?
Brad Foster joins us from Sydney to give us the latest update on what's hitting the headlines across the Tasman. Audio
