NZCity NewsLinks

All Links

5 Oct 2026

Search

Knight stunned as Leniu causes havoc
Spencer Leniu comes firing in to tackle Newcastle's Dom Young and forces an error just metres out from the tryline.

Nawaqanitawase grabs his second try
Mark Nawaqanitawase claims his second try of the evening against the Newcastle Knights.

‘It’s been a sin bin all year’: The Ponga shot on Radley that left Roosters furious
The brave Knights fought until the bitter end, but the grand final could have been over much earlier had Kalyn Ponga been marched for a high shot on Victor Radley.

NRL grand final player ratings: Who shone brightest on league’s biggest day
We rate the performances of every player who took the field in Sunday’s NRL grand final between the Roosters and Knights.

Tedesco in tears after colossal game in grand final win
Roosters captain James Tedesco is overcome by emotion.

Despite heartbreaking result, Knights remain the people’s choice
The Newcastle team needed a miracle – which came tantalisingly close to appearing right at the end of the match.

Ponga: 'It hurts so much'
Kalyn Ponga speaks to Johnathan Thurston after Newcastle's grand final loss.

Russell sighs as he's forced to retire
George Russell lets out a loud sigh at the Malaysia GP after retiring.

Politis celebrates with fans, drops NRLW signing news
Nick Politis speaks to Nine's Brad Fittler after the Roosters won the NRL and NRLW titles.

Former Olympian refuses to leave house despite court order
Kristy Hill, 47, was a member of the Football Ferns from 2008-2011 and played in the 2008 Olympics in Beijing.

Family came to NZ for a better life. Their 6-year-old is facing deportation
An administrative error and strict health rules have left a Tauranga family facing an impossible decision over their daughter.

British Museum announces changes to ease Bayeux Tapestry queues
Measures include extended opening hours, as well as an audio guide and additional seating for visitors.

Smith muscles over to level the scores
Roosters centre Billy Smith muscles over the tryline to level the scores with the Newcastle Knights.

DCE nails field goal
Retiring champion Daly Cherry-Evans boots a field goal to give the Roosters some extra breathing space.

Mark of a champion: Nawaqanitawase’s brilliance sinks valiant Knights
Cross-code star Mark Nawaqanitawase added NRL premiership winner to his astonishing list of achievements on Sunday night.

Spirited Knights strike in dying minutes
Newcastle finds a try late as Greg Marzhew goes over.

NRL Highlights: Roosters v Knights - 2026 NRL Grand Final
See all of the scoring plays and iconic moments from an unforgettable 2026 Grand Final — the Roosters and Knights faced off for the NRL's ultimate prize!

False dawn of a Newy era as brave Knights run out of steam
There was no happy ending for the Newcastle fairytale, but the victorious Roosters team was full of good-news stories.

Joey praises 'superhuman' Newcastle effort
Andrew Johns analyses the brave performance of the Newcastle Knights.

Coroner warns against stopping antidepressants without medical advice after man’s death
A coroner found an unplanned disruption to a man’s prescribed medication likely contributed to the decline of his mental health.

The Opportunity Party is our new rebound boyfriend
Most of us vote like this is Married At First Sight, and we’re at the part where we have to choose whether to renew our vows.

Authority cracks down on ministers $52,000 accommodation allowances
But ministers who own their Wellington homes mortgage-free will still be able to claim the accommodation allowance.