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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 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… ...

Promotional graphic for the Ninja A-League Grand Final between Melbourne City and Wellington Phoenix at AAMI Park on Saturday, May 16. The image features players from both teams standing beside the championship trophy against a gold background, with club logos and match details displayed at the bottom.

Phoenix chase history in Melbourne final May 14, 2026 The Wellington Phoenix FC women will carry the hopes of New Zealand football into Saturday’s Ninja A-League Grand Final after naming an unchanged squad for… ...

Wellington Phoenix Women players celebrate on the field at Porirua Park after their historic A-League Women semi-final victory on Mother’s Day, surrounded by pink heart and floral artwork overlays.

Phoenix Make History on Mother’s Day May 10, 2026 The Wellington Phoenix women are one win away from premiership glory after making history with a dramatic 2-0 extra-time win over Brisbane Roar at Porirua… ...

Ethan Mupariwa holds his Wellington College Courtney O’Connor Scholarship certificate at the International College of Management, Sydney scholarship ceremony.

Wellington old boy wins Sydney scholarship May 8, 2026 A Wellington College old boy is settling into life in Sydney after receiving a scholarship that opens a pathway to international study and industry experience.… ...

Wellington Phoenix player dribbles forward with the ball while a Brisbane Roar opponent chases closely behind during a semi-final match.

Wellington Phoenix under pressure as semi-final returns to home soil May 4, 2026 Wellington Phoenix Women will return home needing a result after a 2-1 loss to Brisbane Roar in the first leg of their A-League Women semi-final.… ...

A Hurricanes player in a yellow and black jersey charges forward with the ball at Hnry Stadium in Wellington, breaking through two Crusaders defenders in black and red kits during a Super Rugby Pacific match, while teammates and opponents close in behind.

Hurricanes hold top spot after tight Crusaders win May 2, 2026 The Hurricanes have held on to first place in Super Rugby Pacific with a hard-fought 38-31 win over the Crusaders in Wellington. In front of… ...

Promotional graphic for the Hurricanes’ “Light the Night” match against the Crusaders at Hnry Stadium on Friday, May 1 at 7.05pm, featuring three Hurricanes players in yellow jerseys standing in front of fireworks, with event branding and match details.

Hurricanes aim to hold summit against Crusaders challenge April 29, 2026 The Hurricanes will defend their place at the top of the Super Rugby Pacific table when they face the Crusaders at Hnry Stadium on Friday… ...

Wellington Phoenix player in black kit strikes the ball during a women’s A-League match as a Brisbane Roar opponent in yellow tracks back.

Phoenix take on Roar in Semi-final one April 27, 2026 The Wellington Phoenix will travel to Brisbane this weekend to face the Brisbane Roar in the opening leg of their A-League Women semi-final. Kick-off is… ...

Alofiana Khan-Pereira dives low to ground the ball near the try line for the Warriors during their match against the Dolphins in Wellington.

Warriors go to the wire in Wellington April 26, 2026 The New Zealand Warriors have held their nerve to beat the Dolphins 20–18 in a tense ANZAC Round clash at Hnry Stadium in Wellington on… ...

A Warriors player holds the ball while being tackled by two Dolphins players during an NRL match.

Wellington stadium sell-out sets league record April 16, 2026 Wellington’s Hnry Stadium has sold out nearly two weeks ahead of the One New Zealand Warriors’ Anzac Round clash, setting a new rugby league attendance… ...

Mackenzie Barry smiles in a Wellington Phoenix kit while standing among teammates, with a club graphic announcing her re-signing overlaid on the image.

Barry re-signs, Phoenix build defensive core April 16, 2026 Wellington Phoenix defender Mackenzie Barry will return for a sixth season, with the club confirming the re-signing of its most capped women’s player for the… ...

A Wellington Phoenix player in a light blue kit controls the ball mid-air while a Melbourne City opponent in a black kit closes in to defend during an A-League Men match.

Phoenix finals hopes fade after Melbourne loss April 16, 2026 The Wellington Phoenix’s push for an A-League Men finals spot has taken a significant hit after a 2–0 loss to Melbourne City in Round 24… ...

Jerry Collins in action for the Wellington Hurricanes. Collins has been posthumously inducted into the 2026 Pasifika Rugby Hall of Fame.

Wellington legend Jerry Collins inducted into Hall of Fame April 13, 2026 Wellington rugby legend Jerry Collins has been posthumously inducted into the 2026 Pasifika Rugby Hall of Fame, recognising his enduring impact on the sport and… ...

Promotional graphic for a rugby match showing Hurricanes players in yellow jerseys alongside bold text reading “Canes vs Blues” with match details.

Heritage Round set for Hurricanes, Blues clash April 11, 2026 Rugby fans are set for a throwback night as the Hurricanes host the Blues in a Heritage Round clash at Hnry Stadium on Saturday night.… ...

A large group of students in school uniform sit on a gymnasium floor, listening to a speaker standing at the front.

Rugby legacy inspires students at Wellington College April 11, 2026 More than 280 students gathered at Wellington College last week to hear from former All Black and current Director of Rugby Neemia Tialata, as the… ...

Members of the Porirua United Kirikiti Club pose with trophies after winning the inaugural Malaeola Women’s Kirikiti Tournament, the Wellington region’s first women’s-only kirikiti competition.

Porirua United win record kirikiti tournament January 25, 2026 Porirua United Kirikiti Club has won the Wellington region’s first women’s-only kirikiti tournament, claiming the title at a landmark event celebrating Pasifika women’s sport. The… ...

Porirua hosts Waitangi Weekend National 7’s January 25, 2026 Paremata-Plimmerton Rugby Football Club will host the National Club 7s tournament at Ngāti Toa Domain in Plimmerton on Waitangi Weekend, Saturday, February 7, bringing teams… ...

Members and supporters of Titahi Bay Tennis Club gather on the courts during centenary celebrations marking 100 years since the club was founded.

Titahi Bay Tennis Club celebrates 100 years January 25, 2026 One of Porirua’s longest-running sports clubs has marked a significant milestone, with the Titahi Bay Tennis Club celebrating 100 years since it was founded in… ...

Wellington stadium sell-out sets league record (April 16, 2026) Wellington’s Hnry Stadium has sold out nearly two weeks ahead of the One New Zealand Warriors’ Anzac Round clash, setting a new rugby league attendance… ...

Barry re-signs, Phoenix build defensive core (April 16, 2026) Wellington Phoenix defender Mackenzie Barry will return for a sixth season, with the club confirming the re-signing of its most capped women’s player for the… ...

Phoenix finals hopes fade after Melbourne loss (April 16, 2026) The Wellington Phoenix’s push for an A-League Men finals spot has taken a significant hit after a 2–0 loss to Melbourne City in Round 24… ...

Wellington legend Jerry Collins inducted into Hall of Fame (April 13, 2026) Wellington rugby legend Jerry Collins has been posthumously inducted into the 2026 Pasifika Rugby Hall of Fame, recognising his enduring impact on the sport and… ...

Heritage Round set for Hurricanes, Blues clash (April 11, 2026) Rugby fans are set for a throwback night as the Hurricanes host the Blues in a Heritage Round clash at Hnry Stadium on Saturday night.… ...

Rugby legacy inspires students at Wellington College (April 11, 2026) More than 280 students gathered at Wellington College last week to hear from former All Black and current Director of Rugby Neemia Tialata, as the… ...

Porirua fans invited to Phoenix charity double-header (March 12, 2026) Porirua football fans are being encouraged to head to Sky Stadium this Saturday, March 14, for the Wellington Phoenix Match For Good double-header, with the… ...

Porirua celebrates Hillier, Aotea old boy wins NZ Open (March 10, 2026) Porirua is celebrating one of its own after former Aotea College student Daniel Hillier claimed the 105th New Zealand Open golf title. Hillier, a 27-year-old… ...

Metlink boosts services for Hurricanes and Phoenix games (February 19, 2026) Metlink is adding extra trains and bus capacity this weekend to help fans get to and from two major fixtures in Wellington. Additional services will… ...

Hurricanes name three debutants for opener (February 19, 2026) The Hurricanes have named three new caps for their Super Rugby Pacific season opener against Moana Pasifika at Sky Stadium on Friday night. Japan captain… ...

Pare-Plim pipped at the final post (February 11, 2026) Paremata-Plimmerton’s bid for a home-title finish fell just short after the hosts were beaten 19–12 by Hutt Old Boys Marist in the National Club Sevens… ...

Phoenix fire in Porirua, leap to second on table (January 27, 2026) Wellington Phoenix have rocketed from ninth to second on the Ninja A-League ladder after a clinical 3-1 win over Adelaide United at Jerry Collins Stadium… ...

Porirua United win record kirikiti tournament (January 25, 2026) Porirua United Kirikiti Club has won the Wellington region’s first women’s-only kirikiti tournament, claiming the title at a landmark event celebrating Pasifika women’s sport. The… ...

Porirua hosts Waitangi Weekend National 7’s (January 25, 2026) Paremata-Plimmerton Rugby Football Club will host the National Club 7s tournament at Ngāti Toa Domain in Plimmerton on Waitangi Weekend, Saturday, February 7, bringing teams… ...

Titahi Bay Tennis Club celebrates 100 years (January 25, 2026) One of Porirua’s longest-running sports clubs has marked a significant milestone, with the Titahi Bay Tennis Club celebrating 100 years since it was founded in… ...

Phoenix women play Adelaide United in Porirua (January 20, 2026) The Wellington Phoenix women will face Adelaide United at Jerry Collins Stadium on Sunday, January 25, bringing professional women’s football and a full afternoon of… ...

Porirua United to Compete in First Women’s Kirikiti Tournament (January 16, 2026) Porirua United Kirikiti Club will be part of a historic sporting event next Monday when the Hutt Valley hosts its first-ever women’s-only kirikiti tournament. Porirua… ...

TOA Waka Ama teams excel at Nationals (January 14, 2026) TOA Waka Ama teams are delivering strong performances at the 2026 Waka Ama Sprint Nationals, as the sport hosts its largest national championships to date.… ...

Porirua-born Nathaniel Salmon accepts US college offer (January 14, 2026) Porirua-born athlete Nathaniel Salmon has accepted an offer to play college American football for the Washington State Cougars, following an unusual journey that has taken… ...

New exercise class launches for Porirua seniors (January 14, 2026) Porirua seniors are being invited to take part in a new exercise class focused on balance, strength and confidence. Age Concern Wellington Region is launching… ...