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Ardie Savea smiles while speaking to reporters in All Blacks training gear.

Savea named All Blacks captain

June 23, 2026 Tim Wilson 0

Ardie Savea has been named All Blacks captain, taking over one of the biggest leadership roles in New Zealand sport. The 32-year-old loose forward was […]

Hurricanes players celebrate under flames and confetti after being crowned 2026 Super Rugby champions.

Hurricanes Smash Record with Grand Final Victory

June 20, 2026 Tim Wilson 0

The Hurricanes have made Super Rugby history in Wellington, beating the Chiefs 60-5 to record the biggest winning margin in a Super Rugby grand final. […]

New Zealand’s Eli Just shakes hands with Iran’s Shoja Khalilzadeh during their 2-2 World Cup draw in Los Angeles.

All Whites vs Iran delivers World Cup thriller

June 16, 2026 Tim Wilson 0

New Zealand found a new World Cup goal-scoring hero as Eli Just struck twice in a gripping 2-2 draw with Iran in Los Angeles, giving […]

Alt text: Hurricanes players celebrate during a Super Rugby Pacific match in Wellington.

Hurricanes vs Blues brace for blockbuster semi-final

June 12, 2026 Tim Wilson 0

The Hurricanes will chase a place in the Super Rugby Pacific final when they host the Blues in Saturday night’s semi-final at Wellington’s Hnry Stadium. […]

Hurricanes first five-eighth Ruben Love prepares to kick during the Hurricanes' dominant Super Rugby Pacific quarter-final victory over the ACT Brumbies in Wellington. The image is framed by dramatic black and gold storm clouds and lightning effects, reflecting the Hurricanes' name and commanding performance.

Hurricanes Storm Into Semi-Final After Record-Breaking Wellington Win

June 8, 2026 Tim Wilson 0

The Hurricanes have booked their place in the Super Rugby Pacific semi-finals after crushing the ACT Brumbies 66-12 in a record-breaking performance in Wellington. Playing […]

Promotional graphic for Wellington Community Pools and Active Wellington winter activities. A large cartoon orca splashes in the centre beneath the headline "Splash Bash pool party". Surrounding images show a cup of coffee promoting Laps & Latte, cyclists on a group ride, a bike repair workshop, a child at a holiday programme, and a pool staff member. Dates, times and booking information for community recreation activities are included.

Active winter events keep Wellington moving

June 5, 2026 Tim Wilson 0

Wellington families, swimmers and cyclists have a busy month ahead, with low-cost recreation events, guided rides and school holiday activities running across the city in […]

A Hurricanes player dives toward the try line while being tackled by a Crusaders defender during their Super Rugby Pacific match at One New Zealand Stadium in Christchurch.

Hurricanes suffer Crusader trouncing ahead of playoffs

May 30, 2026 Tim Wilson 0

The Hurricanes head into the Super Rugby Pacific playoffs with questions to answer after being comprehensively beaten 47-14 by the Crusaders at One New Zealand […]

Hurricanes player Cam Roigard holds a rugby ball in a match graphic promoting the round 16 Super Rugby Pacific clash against the Crusaders at One NZ Stadium on Friday, May 29.

Hurricanes target rare Crusaders season sweep

May 29, 2026 Tim Wilson 0

The Hurricanes will chase a rare season sweep over the Crusaders when the two sides meet in Christchurch tonight in the final round of Super […]

Hurricanes player dives over the try line with the ball during a Super Rugby Pacific match against the Highlanders.

Hurricanes secure top spot in Wellington

May 24, 2026 Tim Wilson 0

The Hurricanes have secured top seeding for the 2026 Super Rugby Pacific playoffs after a 45-28 win over the Highlanders at Hnry Stadium in Wellington […]

Melbourne City players celebrate during the Ninja A-League Women grand final against Wellington Phoenix at AAMI Park, while Phoenix players react after conceding a goal.

Phoenix fall short in historic A-League final

May 17, 2026 Tim Wilson 0

The Wellington Phoenix women’s fairytale Ninja A-League season has ended in heartbreak, losing 3-1 to Melbourne City in the grand final at AAMI Park on […]