World Cup Fan Favorite Tim Payne Stuns in Debut With New Club The New Zealand icon has 5.4 million Instagram followers after the World Cup. Sports Illustrated · Aug 3
Will a new ‘Good Samaritan’ law really reduce drug overdose fatalities? Deaths from illegal drug use – particularly from opioid abuse – are a global problem, and New Zealand is far from immune. Roughly three New Zealanders die from accidental overdoses every week – that’s 1,295 people since 2016. The Conversation · Aug 2
Super Netball aces help NZ end long wait for Games gold Led by Super Netball stars, the Silver Ferns are Commonwealth Games netball champions for the first time in 16 years after beating giant-killers Jamaica. AAP · Aug 2
'With the parcours, I want to race more to my strengths' – Niamh Fisher-Black adjusts expectations for Tour de France Femmes New Zealand rider was fifth overall last year but concedes that inclusion of a time trial might limit her GC hopes in 2026 Cycling News · Aug 1
Cricket: Back as skipper Joe Root won't 'rip up' England's Bazball blueprint Root was appointed as skipper following Stokes' shock retirement from international duty during England's Test series defeat to New Zealand in June. The 35-year-old previously captaining England between 2017 and 2022 and took the role on an interim basis when Stokes was dropped for one Test against New Zealand. The Economic Times · Aug 1
Thriller breeds hope for trans-Tasman rivalry Australian female rugby players have proven their mettle against one of the world's strongest teams, boding well as the Wallaroos prepare to face New Zealand. AAP · Aug 1
Jamaica stun Australia as England miss out on Commonwealth Games netball final Jamaica reached the Commonwealth netball final after defeating defending champions Australia in one of the biggest surprises in the sport’s history The Guardian - UK · Aug 1
Diamonds put arms around debutant after shock semi loss The Diamonds are rallying around Sophie Dwyer after her last-gasp miss in a tense Commonwealth Games semi loss, while Jamaica's captain also voiced her support. AAP · Aug 1
Commonwealth Games 2026: Scotland’s Josh Kerr storms to gold in men’s mile final – as it happened Josh Kerr leaves Glasgow with a golden moment for Scotland while Australia shocked the field in the men’s 4x100m relay The Guardian - UK · Aug 1
New Zealand announces major overhaul of seasonal worker scheme; changes from 2027 New Zealand's Recognised Seasonal Employer scheme will see reforms starting in 2027. These changes aim to simplify recruitment and improve worker protections for overseas staff. Employers will experience streamlined accreditation and agreement processes under the new framework. Workers will benefit from strengthened support and clearer cost recovery agreements. The government… The Economic Times · Aug 1
Rob Key refuses to rule out Ben Stokes return after Stephen Fleming appointment Stokes announced his international retirement last month, prior to Brendon McCullum being replaced by Stephen Fleming as England Test coach The Independent UK · Jul 31
New Zealand Moves Forward with New Online Gambling Regulations New Zealand's relationship with online casino gambling is undergoing its most significant structural change in decades. For years, the situation was paradoxical: it was illegal for any operator based in New Zealand to offer online casino gambling, yet entirely legal for New Zealanders to gamble on the thousands of offshore… inkl · Jul 31
The runcation is on the rise – and I’ve found the perfect place to go FITNESS IN FOCUS: With many people now making running the focal point of their forays abroad, Harry Bullmore headed to New Zealand to take part in an ultramarathon and see if holidays built around hoofing it really represent an enjoyable use of your time away from home The Independent UK · Jul 31
Toor misses podium as India's men's shot put medal wait continues at CWG India's quest for a Commonwealth Games shot put medal remained unfulfilled. Tajinderpal Singh Toor and Samardeep Singh Gill finished fifth and seventh respectively. Chukwuebuka Enekwechi of Nigeria secured the gold medal with a strong throw. Tom Walsh of New Zealand took the silver medal. Scott Lincoln of England claimed the… The Economic Times · Jul 31
Cycling News · Jul 31 The seven riders from Australia and New Zealand taking to the start line at the Tour de France Femmes Niamh Fisher-Black returns with GC aspirations while Mackenzie Coupland will be debuting in the Australian national champion's jersey
The Conversation · Jul 30 Wetlands are crucial food baskets for NZ’s native eels – new research Conservation projects often focus on protecting a threatened species from predators and habitat destruction. But as our research shows, restoring food webs can be as important to supporting ongoing recovery.
AAP · Jul 30 'Good riddance': gold sprinters speak out on defection Gold in the men's team sprint on day one of Commonwealth Games track cycling has prompted Matt Richardson's former teammates to make their feelings clear.
The Guardian - UK · Jul 30 ‘Outstanding leader’ Fleming backed to find calm among the chaos for England The New Zealander has won the County Championship and makes those around him better but is also not averse to mind games
AAP · Jul 30 Diamonds delighted with big win in Glasgow semi tune-up Defending netball champions Australia are through to the Commonwealth Games semi-finals after demolishing Northern Ireland to remain undefeated in Glasgow.
Evening Standard · Jul 30 How to spend three weeks in New Zealand’s South Island From dipping in lakes among the Southern Alps to swimming with dolphins in Kaikōura, here’s your three-week starter guide
The Independent UK · Jul 30 Joe Root back as England captain with Stephen Fleming confirmed as new Test coach Fleming replaces Kiwi compatriot Brendon McCullum while Root returns in his second stint as permanent Test captain
The Guardian - UK · Jul 30 Root to captain England after Fleming confirmed as new men’s Test coach New Zealander Stephen Fleming will take the reins as England’s next men’s Test coach for this winter’s trip to South Africa
The Independent UK · Jul 30 Who is Stephen Fleming? Ex-New Zealand captain replaces Brendon McCullum as England Test coach IN FULL
Euronews · Jul 30 China lodges complaint after New Zealand foreign minister tells MP to ‘go back to your own country’ China's ambassador made a rare intervention after New Zealand Foreign Minister Winston Peters refused to back down over remarks he made in parliament to Chinese-born MP Lawrence Xu-Nan.
The Independent UK · Jul 30 New Zealand minister faces backlash over ‘go back to your own country’ jibe at Chinese-origin MP 'Inappropriate attention-seeking comments’ by foreign minister Winston Peters widely criticised