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Vai set to fly for the Blues
After three years ripping it up on the rugby sevens scene, Codemeru 'Cody' Vai is back in Tamaki Makaurau.
Nearly 10,000 sign petition amid Olympics judging scandal
Madison Chock and Evan Bates will leave the Milano Cortina Olympics with silver medals, but also an outpouring of support from fans questioning the judging that denied them gold.
Phoenix women's coach confident about bringing home the win
There is an air of confidence around the Wellington Phoenix women's A-League team this season that has their coach believing they could win the league. Last week the Bev Priestman-coached team briefly… Audio
Black Foils' Burling first to earn demerit points on SailGP driver's licence
New Zealand continue to cop the blame for their collision with Switzerland at the league's Perth event last month.
NRL Indigenous All Stars vs Māori match much more than a novelty
First staged in 2010, the fixture was not conceived as a marketing stunt, but as a deliberate exercise in showcasing Indigenous excellence and its contribution.
Midday Sports News for 13 February 2026
Some of the biggest talking points at the Winter Olympics are the things happening off the slope. Audio
Injured All Whites star Chris Wood gets 'positive news'
Injured All Whites captain Chris Wood still focused on World Cup.
Arsenal miss chance to go six points clear at the top
Arsenal missed have been held to a 1-1 draw at Brentford.
Moana Pasifika 'gave me the chance...when I was a nobody'
William 'Willi' Havili reflects on his upcoming 50th match and becoming the most-capped player for the club in Super Rugby Pacific. Audio
Black Foils back on the water ahead of Auckland SailGP
The Black Foils have managed to put themselves back together for this weekend's Sail GP in Auckland after a crash ended their first regatta of the season. The team's skipper Blair Tuke spoke to Corin… Audio
Canada shut out Czech team in masterclass men's hockey opener
Tournament favourites Canada marked their territory with a 5-0 win over Czech Republic to open their men's Olympic ice hockey campaign.
Super Rugby kicks off tonight
Super Rugby Pacific kicks off tonight and the Crusaders are once again defending champions after winning a record extending 13th title in 2025. Rugby reporter Joe Porter has more. Audio
Morning sports chat
An update on what's happening in the sports world with Nathan Rarere. Audio
Pritchard is new Fetu Samoa coach
Rugby League Samoa says Frank Pritchard will replace Jamie Soward, who resigned last month.
Anticipation building for new Super Rugby Pacific season
RNZ Pacific senior sports journalist Iliesa Tora previews new season of Super Rugby Pacific on Pacific Waves. Audio
Super Rugby celebrates 30 years today
Super Rugby celebrates 30 years today - Ross McNaughton takes a look back Audio
Winter Olympics: Super-G medal eludes NZ's Alice Robinson
Italy's Federica Brignone sealed an astonishing comeback from career-threatening injury to win gold on home snow.
Highlanders v Crusaders: What you need to know
Team lists, news and stats for tonight's Super Rugby Pacific opening match. Video
