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The All Blacks coach Scott Robertson is taking no risks against a mercurial Italy side and says he's determined to see his team finish their northern tour on a winning note. Rugby reporter Joe Porter… Audio

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On today’s episode, Kuini Nga wai hono i te po, the Māori Queen, is to join the hīkoi to Parliament, The Nurses Organisation will hold a nationwide strike next month over pay, the commerce and… Audio

The All Blacks have now lost their last three matches against France, after the hosts held on for a one-point victory in Paris over the weekend. Rugby reporter Joe Porter spoke to Corin Dann. Audio

First-five Beauden Barrett and hooker Codie Taylor are back in the All Blacks starting XV for Sunday's test against France in Paris while Cam Roigard takes over at halfback in one of several changes… Audio

Eighteen points from Damian McKenzie helped the All Blacks win their second match on their northern tour, beating Ireland 23-13 in Dublin on Saturday morning. Rugby reporter Joe Porter spoke to Alexa… Audio

On today's episode, speaking in the White House Rose Garden earlier, President Joe Biden said that since its founding 200 years ago, the United States has listened to the will of the people and he has… Audio

The All Blacks' mettle will be truly tested on Saturday morning when they face Ireland, in probably the toughest test of their northern hemisphere tour. RNZ rugby reporter Joe Porter spoke to Ingrid… Audio

The All Blacks edged a dramatic 24-22 win over England at Twickenham on Saturday night with coach Scott Robertson crediting superior try-scoring and late-game know-how for the victory. RNZ rugby… Audio

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Joe talks to Susana about New Zealand Rugby's review focusingon the long-term sustainability of the NPC and player pathways. Audio

In today's episode, St John's responds to calls for stab proof vests to be made widely available as police withdraw from mental health callouts; wild weather is set to continue over the long weekend… Audio

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The Warriors NRL star Roger Tuivasa-Sheck is set to make his rugby league debut for Samoa. Audio

India have climbed to second in Group A at the women's T20 Cricket World Cup in the UAE following an 82 run win over Sri Lanka, who are now out of semi-final contention. Audio

The Hurricanes are searching for a new first five. Audio

Batsman Kane Williamson won't be on the plane with the rest of the Black Caps squad heading to India on Friday as he continues treatment on a groin strain. Audio

All-rounder Amelia Kerr insists the White Ferns confidence hasn't taken a hit following their 60 run defeat to Australia and she believes they are still capable of making the semi-finals at the T20… Audio

The White Ferns suffered a batting collapse as they fell to a 60 run defeat to Australia in their second match of the women's T20 Cricket World Cup in the UAE. Audio