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Beauty meets danger for Olympic surfers in Tahiti
Kiwi surfers Billy Stairmand and Saffi Vette are chasing glory among some of the world's most ferocious waves.
The colourful history of the Olympic opening ceremony
The flashy events don't just kick off the games - they tell fresh stories about the host city and country and set new creative standards.
Paddler eyes more success at new 'demolition derby' event
For her final Olympics Luuka Jones wants "to turn up to Paris leaving no stone unturned".
NRL recap: Warriors beat Tigers 28-16
The Warriors have beaten the Tigers 28-16 at Go Media Mt Smart Stadium, Auckland. See how the game unfolded with RNZ's live blog.
What to expect from an Olympics opening ceremony like no other
Who opens the Games, which nation will be introduced first, and how can you watch? Here's what to know.
This Weekend: The Kraken take on The Moose
This Saturday in Christchurch, Christchurch ice hockey team The Kraken will play the internationally touring Moose team from Canada. It's a historic friendly match - the first one to be played at the… Audio
Seven things to look out for during the Olympic opening ceremony
Explainer - Paris is opening its Games with a spectacular ceremony. Here's all you need to know.
Tips for farmworkers from dirt bike champions
Four of the country's champion endurance motorbike riders are offering lessons around the country on how to ride farm bikes safely. They're hoping the fundraiser will help them get to Spain in October… Audio
The Panel with Mike Moynihan & Cindy Mitchener (Part 1)
Tonight on The Panel, Wallace Chapman and panellists Mike Moynihan & Cindy Mitchener discuss our Olympic swimming chances, and whether Kiwibank should remain 100% Government owned. Mike Moynihan is… Audio
All Blacks knocked out of Olympics
Sports reporter Jonty Dine speaks to Susana Lei'ataua about New Zealand being knocked out of Paris after going down in their quaterfinal to South Africa. Audio
Fresh from Wimbledon, Lulu Sun has 'reset' for her Olympics debut
The tennis player has jumped straight off the emotional rollercoaster of Wimbledon and onto the clay courts of the Paris Olympics with a smile on her face.
Former Black Ferns captain speaks on being ousted from team
Sports reporter Jamie Wall speaks to Susana Lei'ataua about Former Black Ferns captain Les Elder revealing her personal struggles after being ousted from the team and an update on the Olympics. Audio
Paulo Retre signs deal with Wellington Phoenix
Veteran Australian A-League footballer Paulo Retre has signed a two-year deal with the Wellington Phoenix.
The weird and wild history of the Olympics
Jesse goes down the rabbit hole of all the times the Olympics got strange. Audio
Canada head coach suspended as more spying found
"Additional information has come to our attention regarding previous drone use against opponents," Canada Soccer officials say after the Football Ferns were caught up in the saga.
Midday Sports News for 26 July 2024
The All Blacks Sevens are out of Olympic medal contention even before the Games have officially begun. Audio
'A lot of hurt': Sevens players in pain over crushing defeat
Shattered players are devastated in the wake of being shunted out of medal contention at the Paris Olympics.
What exactly are the Phryges, the Paris Olympic mascots?
Unlike most other Olympic mascots in recent years, they aren't recognisably humanoid or animal.
Why this Olympics opening is set to be most unique and riskiest ever
The opening ceremony for the Paris games promises to be the most spectacular ever attempted - but comes with complications.
New Zealand's Olympic flagbearers named as Canada spies victory
Jo Aleh and Aaron Gate are named New Zealand's Olympic flagbearers in a rousing ceremony at New Zealand House on the Champs-Élysées. Audio
