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The 2025/26 A League season will see our third New Zealand derby play out, with Auckland FC taking on the Wellington Phoenix at Sky Stadium tonight. The Black Knights will look to make it 6-0 against their southern rivals and build some momentum as they head into the back half of the season. Auckland FC coach Steve Corica joined D'Arcy Waldegrave to preview the clash. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

For this week's Friday Sport Kick-off, Nick is joined by Newstalk ZB's sports gurus Adam Cooper and Jason Pine. It's a big weekend for sport in the capital this weekend. The Hurricanes have their first game tonight at Sky Stadium against Moana Pasifika and then the Saturday night the Phoenix are playing Auckland FC at Sky Stadium. The crew discuss how our teams are looking, their predictions and is this a chance for both teams to make a mark? Plus the Firebirds are playing tonight, how's it looking? Find out on Friday Sport kickoff. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nick was joined in the studio by Hurricanes CEO Tony Philp and co-owner Malcolm Gillies to discuss the season ahead. They share their plan ahead to bring back life to the game and initiatives to bring the community back to the team, and the team back into the community. Do we stand a chance at the Super Rugby championship? Plus, they take calls from you on improvements to the fan experience. The first game for the canes is this Friday 20th Feb at 7.05pm at Sky Stadium against Moana Pasifika. Link to tickets here LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ed Sheeran Biography Flash a weekly Biography.Hey darlings, its your girl Roxie Rush here for Biography Flash on Ed Sheeran, and yeah, Im an AI dishing this dirt so fresh its still sizzling straight from the source, no human hang-ups, just pure, nonstop scoop velocity. Picture this: Ed Sheeran just detonated the Loop Tour launch in Auckland at Go Media Stadium on January 16th, selling out the joint with a three-hour fireworks-laced loop-fest of 30 tracks from his new album Play, plus rarities like Give Me Love not played in 15 years, all backed by Irish band Beoga for Galway Girl vibes, according to the 13th Floor review. Vance Joy kicked it off with Riptide singalongs, Mia Wray and Biird heating up the openers, and Ed spilling tea on his 250-song vault, painful personal cuts like Supermarket Flowers, and fan-voted gems via text requests, Red Raven News raved about the extravaganza.Hes tearing through New Zealand non-stop: second Auckland blowout on the 17th, Wellington at Sky Stadium on the 21st, and get this, today January 24th hes hitting Apollo Projects Stadium in Christchurch for a massive show, with tomorrows encore on the 25th, straight from his official site and Wikipedia tour deets. Pollstar crowned him Number One on the Artist Power Index this week for the tours 50-plus worldwide dates, a bio-game-changer signaling Loop mania dominance. Australia awaits with Perth doubles on the 31st and February 1st, then Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne, the works.No fresh social buzz or business bombshells in the last 48 hours, but that Christchurch gig today could spark headlines any minute, fingers crossed for loop magic. All verified, no gossip ghosts here.Thanks for tuning in, loves, hit subscribe to never miss an Ed update, and search Biography Flash for more bio gold. Muah!And that is it for today. Make sure you hit the subscribe button and never miss an update on Ed Sheeran. Thanks for listening. This has been a Quiet Please production."Get the best deals https://amzn.to/42YoQGIThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

Wellington is buzzing with the arrival of Ed Sheeran tonight at Sky Stadium, but what happens to the city's event scene after he leaves? Nick is joined in the studio by WellingtonNZ Chief Executive Mark Oldershaw to talk the year ahead and our upcoming events calendar. How are we going to continue to bring life and money into the CBD? Mark tells us WellingtonNZ's plans and hopes for the year, and the success of the announced events like the sold-out Ultra Music festival. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The "Sky Stadium" in Saudi Arabia is a proposed futuristic stadium, officially named the NEOM Stadium, that will be built as part of The Line megacity within the NEOM project for the 2034 FIFA World Cup. It is not a currently existing, operational stadium. 

For this week's Friday Sport Kick-off, Jason Pine and Adam Cooper join Nick Mills to discuss Saturday's big Wellington Phoenix double header at Sky Stadium, and why ticket sales have been lower than expected. They also rate Scotland's chances of facing the All Blacks and discuss Scott Robertson's selections for Sunday morning's test. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mark is hurting without his CPAP machine! Saudi Arabia has plans to build the world's first "Sky Stadium" for soccer! And we talk baseball as the Jays get ready for Game 4 for the World Series tonight! All this and more on The Mark and Jess Replay!

The Wellington Phoenix will host Brisbane Roar in round two of the A-League Men at Sky Stadium. The Phoenix are determined to boost their luck at Sky Stadium after only one significant win at home last season. Alex Rufer from the Wellington Phoenix explained further. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The All Blacks are staring down the barrel of two high-pressure tests against the Wallabies. The Kiwi side took a record thrashing against the Springboks at Sky Stadium earlier this months and the pressure's on for Razor. Stan Sport commentator Sean Maloney joined Piney to explain further. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We know why you're here, and we don't blame you. This week, we tumble headfirst into the pit of despair that is All Blacks fandom after the Springboks dished out a pumpings in New Zealand's graveyard, Sky Stadium in Wellington.There's plenty of wallowing, but we also manage to lift our heads long enough to cover the excellent clash between Argentina and the Wallabies, and check in on all the action from the Women's World Cup.Grab a beer and enjoy.

The Springboks are looking to bounce back after failing to breach the Fortress last week. They'll be looking to keep the All Blacks from a home sweep as they face off at Wellington's Sky Stadium tonight. Former Springboks coach Heyneke Meye joined Piney for a chat about the key areas the ‘Boks will need to perform in to flip the script and level the series. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wellington is abuzz ahead of the second clash between the All Blacks and Springboks. The two faced off at Eden Park last week, and have moved down to the capital for a rematch at Sky Stadium. Former All Black Nehe Milner-Skudder popped in to Shed 22, joining Piney for a chat about the upcoming match and to absorb the atmosphere. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Can the All Blacks claim victory at the capital? On the back of the 24-17 victory at Eden Park they'll will be wanting to follow that up with another strong performance at Sky Stadium tonight, sweeping the Springboks on home soil. Ahead of the test match D'Arcy caught up with All Blacks assistant coach Tamati Ellison to see how things are in the All Blacks camp. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ahead of the second All Blacks-Springboks test at Wellington's Sky Stadium, Nick Mills spoke to the two television match day commentators - Sky TV's Grant Nisbett and Super Sport South Africa's Matt Pearce.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's Game Day, the All Blacks set to take on the Springboks for a second time tonight at Wellington's Sky Stadium. To get the South African perspective, former Springbok and the man who kicked the winning drop goal in the 1995 Rugby World Cup final, Joel Stransky, caught up with D'Arcy for a chat ahead of another massive test match. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Traver Brikkels joins Lester Kiewit on the line to share his prediction ahead of tomorrow’s second clash between the Springboks and the All Blacks at Sky Stadium in Wellington. The Caledon commentator, famed for his entertaining Afrikaans play-by-play on Boland rugby, talks about his journey from church commentary to becoming a fan favourite across the Cape, while offering insights on key players and what could tip the match in the Springboks’ favour. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. This programme is your authentic Cape Town wake-up call. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is informative, enlightening and accessible. The team’s ability to spot & share relevant and unusual stories make the programme inclusive and thought-provoking. Don’t miss the popular World View feature at 7:45am daily. Listen out for #LesterInYourLounge which is an outside broadcast – from the home of a listener in a different part of Cape Town - on the first Wednesday of every month. This show introduces you to interesting Capetonians as well as their favourite communities, habits, local personalities and neighbourhood news. Thank you for listening to a podcast from Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit. Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays between 06:00 and 09:00 (SA Time) to Good Morning CapeTalk with Lester Kiewit broadcast on CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/xGkqLbT or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/f9Eeb7i Subscribe to the CapeTalk Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/sbvVZD5 Follow us on social media CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Residents living near a proposed landfill site on the outskirts of South Auckland say the roads aren't equipped for the 192 truck movents it will bring a day, and they are convinced it will lead to someone losing their life. Scarbro Environment has applied for resource consent to dump clean fill waste from construction in an area almost one-and-half times the size of Wellington's Sky Stadium. Auckland Council's considering 500 submissions on the proposal - and locals are gearing up for a potential legal battle if it gets the green light. One of the neighbours of the proposed fill site, Jo Taylor spoke to Lisa Owen.

The Warriors are expecting a sellout crowd in their return to Wellington for the first time in three years. Sky Stadium will stage next year's annual ANZAC Day NRL match - against a yet to be confirmed opponent. Sportstalk host D'Arcy Waldegrave speculates about what this means for the team. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ed Sheeran BioSnap a weekly updated Biography.Ed Sheeran has been at the center of major headlines this week with the blockbuster announcement of his 2026 Loop Tour and the September release of his new studio album, titled Play. Frontier Touring and MG Live revealed that Sheeran will make a triumphant return to Australia and New Zealand for stadium dates kicking off January 2026, visiting Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch, Perth, Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, and Adelaide. These shows are already creating a buzz, especially since Christchurch marks his first appearance there in eleven years. Wellington's Sky Stadium is promoting the event as a “record breaker” with local authorities rolling out the red carpet and expecting a significant boost to city businesses.Sheeran's new Loop Tour, as confirmed by Frontier Touring and multiple press outlets including The Rockpit and Mix 92.9, will debut a brand-new stage production intertwined with live loop pedal artistry, immersive visuals, and fresh tricks fans haven't seen before. The anticipation is sky-high given that the tour coincides with the release of Play on September 12, an album described as a technicolor, explorative pop collection signaling a revitalized creative era for Ed. Lead singles like Azizam, already certified gold and a radio number one in Australia, alongside Sapphire and Old Phone, are setting the tone of a playful, heartfelt record that promises to capture both old fans and new. Tickets for the tour are scheduled to go on sale to the public on July 29, following special presale windows for Telstra Plus and Frontier members.On social media, Ed Sheeran's personal and official channels have been abuzz with the news, with Instagram updates confirming the tour and the album's imminent arrival. Fans are flooding comment sections across TikTok, X, and Facebook, with thousands of posts generating speculation about potential surprise appearances and further international tour dates. Notably, in a private Instagram exchange with a fan, Sheeran hinted that after his Australasian dates, the tour might move to Latin America and eventually North America, though official details remain forthcoming. Dublin fans are also celebrating, as theconcertcelebrity's Instagram disclosed two shows slated for December 2025 at Dublin's 3Arena.In terms of broader impact, the UK Post this week reiterated that Sheeran maintains his status as one of the world's richest musicians, sitting at a net worth of 350 million dollars, still dominating streaming with 100 million-plus Spotify listeners and his megahit Shape of You crowned as Apple Music's most-streamed song of the past decade. All ticket sales are to be closely monitored for scalping concerns, with all-digital ticketing and heavyweight anti-fraud measures in place. There have been no credible negative stories or controversies, and business developments remain overwhelmingly positive, positioning this as a major new chapter in Ed Sheeran's ongoing music legacy.Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOta

Wellington is gearing up for an international rugby double header with the All Blacks and Black Ferns playing back to back games tomorrow at a sold out Sky Stadium. The All Blacks are seeking to beat France and improve a poor recent record in the capital while for the Black Ferns players it's their last game to impress before the squad for this year's World Cup is named. Rugby reporter Joe Porter reports.

Wellington mayoral candidate Ray Chung sent a sordid email to some council colleagues in 2023, claiming mayor Tory Whanau had drug-fuelled “tempestuous sex” in an orgy, and making reference to her having “pendulous soft breasts”. The email has only surfaced today - but does it rule Ray Chung out as a serious mayoral contender? Also, the All Blacks take on France in the second test at Sky Stadium tomorrow night. How important are these events for the city, and what can we expect from both teams? To answer those questions, former Wellington mayor Dame Kerry Prendergast and current Upper Hutt mayor Wayne Guppy joined Nick Mills on Friday Faceoff, live from the Champions Lunch at Takina. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The All Blacks take on France in the second test in Wellington tomorrow night - and the city is buzzing ahead of the game. The The 28th Cello Champions Charity Luncheon was held on Friday ahead of the event, with a stellar line up of former All Blacks including Frank Bunce and Josh Kronfeld. Frank Bunce played 69 All Black games - including 55 tests - between 1992 and 1997, while Josh Kronfeld played 56 All Blacks games - including 54 tests - between 1995 and 2000. The pair joined Nick Mills to share their memories of the infamous 1995 Rugby World Cup, as well as their predictions ahead of the All Blacks' second test against the French tomorrow night. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The organisation tasked with helping to grow the Wellington region's economy has a new boss - and he says Wellington needs to focus more on its successes, rather than it's struggles. Mark Oldershaw took over the reins at WellingtonNZ a month ago and joined Nick Mills to discuss the role of the organisation, the state of the region, and some exciting major events at Sky Stadium that hopefully will be announced soon. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The organisation tasked with helping to grow the Wellington region's economy has a new boss - and he says Wellington needs to focus more on its successes, rather than it's struggles. Mark Oldershaw took over the reins at WellingtonNZ a month ago and joined Nick Mills to discuss the role of the organisation, the state of the region, and some exciting major events at Sky Stadium that hopefully will be announced soon. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As the All Blacks took to the field at Forsyth Barr Stadium in Dunedin last night to stagger over the line against the French, I thought about the calls I had on Marcus Lush Nights on Friday, talking about the future of our large stadiums - and in particular of Forsyth Barr Stadium and Wellington's Sky Stadium. It doesn't seem to matter which city you're in across the country, stadiums are problematic. Auckland continues its decade-old debate about whether we need a new multipurpose waterfront stadium and now, what to do with Western Springs. Christchurch rate payers are unhappy about the cost blowouts for their new stadium, Te Kaha - although when it opens I reckon they'll be won over and pretty happy. Wellington has a stadium that's not well designed for rectangle sports - rugby or football - suffers for the city's inclement weather and rarely looks full. Te Kaha has them all spooked. As fans took their seat at Forsyth Barr last night they may have wondered how likely, after Christchurch's shiny new stadium opens next year, they will be to see concerts from artists such as Pink and Ed Sheeran, or All Black tests, in their city again. And they are right to be worried. There is only so much sport to go around, and with more global acts skipping New Zealand, competition is only going to get tougher. We tend to think of large outdoors stadium as a must for a city of a certain size - a required piece of civic infrastructure like a library, theatre or art gallery - but perhaps we're more ambitious than we need to be. Does the South Island really need two covered stadiums? Perhaps not. But if you live in Christchurch you're thinking about Christchurch, not contemplating what it means for the stadium down the road. Forsyth Barr was conceived before the Christchurch Earthquake, opening in time for the 2011 Rugby World Cup. So Forsyth Barr always expected to compete with Christchurch, and obviously there was confidence it could. You could say Dunedin has had an unexpected advantage over the last 14 years. But now with competing stadiums, it's on the council and stadium management to step up and find a way to ensure the stadium remains an asset for the city and not a white elephant. The saying ‘built it and people will come' doesn't apply to stadiums. You need to convince people to choose your stadium and your city to perform in, and then convince the locals to attend. Everyone has a role in making stadiums work. Look at Eden Park. The recent change to allow up to 12 concerts a year to be held there has seen a surge in fondness for the place - even if it's mind-blowing how long it's taken to happen. The benefit are obvious on show weekends. Last night looked like a great night in Dunedin. The crowd in full voice, clearly enjoying the entertainment - both the stadium and the All Blacks got the job done. Gee, I hope it lasts. It's going to be really difficult, but hopefully Dunedin will find a way to make sure Forsyth Barr remains a source of pride. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Hurricanes organisation, and players past and present, have come together in a fundraising effort to support Hurricanes wider training group member Nui Muriwai and his partner, Mereana Pearce. Mereana, 20, was recently diagnosed with SCCOHT (Small Cell Carcinoma of the Ovary, Hypercalcaemic Type), a rare and aggressive form of ovarian cancer that only affects one in 10 million women worldwide. Since her diagnosis, Mereana has undergone intensive rounds of chemotherapy, two major abdominal surgeries, high-dose radiation, and ongoing immunotherapy – all while being told she may have months to live. Given how few women are impacted by this type of cancer, the treatment Mereana requires is extremely limited, costing an average of $60,000 to $70,000 for every four doses. To help support Mereana, the Hurricanes welcome contributions to Mereana's Givealittle page, and are hosting a Trade Me auction, thanks to the kind donations of Sky Stadium, NZ Super Rugby clubs, Hurricanes players and Alumni in an effort to raise funds for her ongoing treatment and recovery. Among the items on offer in the auction include: A corporate box alongside two Hurricanes legends at the All Blacks v South Africa test at Sky Stadium in Wellington on 13 September A test match-worn jersey donated by Tyrel Lomax – worn in his 39th test for the All Blacks against Australia in Sydney, 2024 A signed test match-worn jersey donated by Brad Shields – worn in his fifth test for England against Australia at Twickenham in 2018 An All Blacks jersey signed by Dane Coles and embroidered with his career stats A round of golf with Jordie Barrett and Christian Cullen for two people in Wellington/Kapiti Coast Five fully-signed Marvel jerseys from each of the New Zealand-based DHL Super Rugby Pacific teams Lunch with three of the Hurricanes' All Blacks in Wellington, plus captain's run and hospitality access A 2025 Hurricanes heritage jersey signed by this year's squad “This is not an easy thing for us to ask,” Mereana said. “My family has always managed quietly, without seeking help. But more recently, with the news that I potentially have a couple months left to live, we humbly reach out. “If you are in a position to offer support, no matter the size, please know that we are deeply grateful. Your support means more than words can express.” “We were devastated to learn of Mereana's diagnosis,” Hurricanes chief executive Avan Lee added. “Nui has been great to have at the Hurricanes, and Nui and Mereana are a lovely young couple. It was amazing to see them both at our awards night recently. We just want to show our support for them, so hopefully the rugby community get behind this as well.” Anyone interested in providing to Mereana's Givealittle page can do so here. Items on the Trade Me auction are live now and can be bid for here. Terms & Conditions for the auction can be found here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rail services in the capital and Auckland are grinding to a halt this long weekend for maintenance, disrupting travel for tens thousand of people, including rugby fans. In Auckland services are off from today. Buses will replace trains allow for ongoing up-graded need for the City Rail Link Project's that already caused significant upheaval. In Wellington he rail shut down is from tomorrow, which could prove challenging for the tens of thousands of people trying to get to the Sky Stadium for the big game between Moana Pasifika and the Hurricanes. Kiwi Rail's chief metro and capital programme officer Dave Gorden spoke to Lisa Owen.

The Hurricanes welcome back centurion Ardie Savea to Sky Stadium for the first time in opposition colours on Saturday. Savea skippers Moana Pasifika, who head to Wellington in a fight for the Super Rugby playoffs. Adam Cooper spoke to Hurricanes co-captain Du'Plessis Kirifi about the occasion and how the Hurricanes are placed ahead of the playoffs. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Which Super Rugby franchise has the best value for a family of four, and how does a night at the rugby compare with a day at the zoo? The Herald estimated how much it would cost a family of four to attend a Super Rugby match at the main grounds for each New Zealand franchise. We searched for the cheapest tickets on offer across the ticketing websites and sourced the food and drink prices from the stadiums for a Super Rugby game. The total costs do not factor in potential travel or parking costs. Eden Park, North Harbour Stadium, FMG Stadium, Sky Stadium, Apollo Project Stadium and Forsyth Barr Stadium all responded with pricings. Nick Saunter joined D'Arcy Waldegrave to discuss Eden Park's pricing plan. Full Article LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kiwi golfer Ryan Fox has hoisted his first PGA Tour trophy at the Myrtle Beach Classic in South Carolina - but what happens next for the Kiwi golfer? Also, the Hurricanes take on the Highlanders at Sky Stadium tonight - and the bookies have a very firm favourite. What can we expect? All Sport Breakfast host Adam Cooper and Weekend Sport host Jason Pine joined Nick Mills for the Friday Sport Kickoff. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A Hollywood-backed football club is coming to play in Wellington. Welsh side Wrexham AFC's taking on Wellington Phoenix FC at Sky Stadium in July - one of three Australasian matches set to take place. It's owned by movie stars Rob McElhenney and Ryan Reynolds. WellingtonNZ's Heidi Morton says she expects the game will sell out. "Not only because this is going to be a fantastic, friendly football match, but also the entertainment draw with the Welcome to Wrexham show." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hollywood and Wellywood are set to collide! Ryan Reynolds's Welsh football club Wrexham AFC will play the Wellington Phoenix in a friendly match at Sky Stadium in July Phoenix GM David Dome spoke to D'Arcy Waldegrave on Sportstalk. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Miss any of the coverage of 5th T20 between the Black Caps & Pakistan? Please enjoy the highlights/lowlights of the ACC's coverage live from Sky Stadium in Wellington! Don't forget we're covering EVERY Black Caps home match this Summer LIVE & FREE on iHeartradio! See the full schedule HERE! Thanks to MAXRaft & Resene!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Miss any of the coverage of 5th T20 between the Black Caps & Pakistan? Please enjoy the highlights/lowlights of the ACC's coverage live from Sky Stadium in Wellington! Don't forget we're covering EVERY Black Caps home match this Summer LIVE & FREE on iHeartradio! See the full schedule HERE! Thanks to MAXRaft & Resene!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fresh face Corban Piper made his starting debut for the Men's Wellington Phoenix last week. The 22-year-old combative midfielder joined the Phoenix from Birkenhead United. The Wellington Phoenix will host the Newcastle Jets at Sky Stadium in Wellington at 5pm this afternoon as they hope to snap a three game loosing streak. LISTEN ABOVE. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Up to 20 thousand football fans are expected to turn out at Wellington's Sky Stadium tomorrow for the country's first ever professional football derby. The A-League match will see Wellington Phoenix play Auckland FC. Sky Stadium Chief Executive Warrick Dent told Mike Hosking with fine weather forecast, it's shaping up to be a good time. He says there's hype building both in the capital and amongst fans in Auckland. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The 20th season of the A-League is about to get underway - and the Wellington Phoenix are gearing up for the new season. The Phoenix season kicks off on October 20th, with the team going up against Western United FC at home at Sky Stadium. Coach Giancarlo Italiano joined Piney to discuss the upcoming season. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The All Blacks play their last home test of the year this weekend and after a less than convincing start to new coach Scott Robertson's reign, fans will be hoping the hosts produce a commanding win over the Wallabies at a sold out Sky Stadium and bring an end to their six year winless streak in Wellington. Rugby reporter Joe Porter has more.

For today's Poddy we're recording in the concourse of Sky Stadium at Beervana 2024! See how it went on our Insta @haurakibigshowSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the radio show today, we find out whether Sky Stadium in Wellington is penis or genius, and Matt's got a vape-related relationship conundrum...See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The All Blacks are opening the Rugby Championship this Saturday evening.  They're facing off against Argentina in Wellington's Sky Stadium, and there are still tickets available.  Sportstalk Host D'Arcy Waldegrave told Heather du Plessis-Allan there's probably a couple of reasons behind this.  He said that one factor could be that no one has the money for tickets, another could be the lack of build-up and promotion, or it could be that people don't care about a match against Argentina.   LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Hurricanes will host The Chiefs tomorrow night for tomorrow's semifinal at Sky Stadium.   Hurricanes Captain, Brad Shields, is one of only two remaining players from their winning 2016 side.   Hurricanes Assistant Coach Cory Jane told Heather du Plessis-Allan “The excitement of having a semifinal at home doesn't secure a win - but it's exciting to play in front of your crowd.”  Jane said he's gutted Xavier Noumea is injured, as he's the best loose-head prop in the country.  LISTEN ABOVE. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Hurricanes are sitting at the top of the table ahead of their Super Rugby semifinal against the Chiefs.  They're facing off tomorrow at Sky Stadium, giving the Hurricanes a homefield advantage.  Coach Clark Laidlaw told Mike Hosking that there's been a real buzz around Wellington the last few weeks, and the support from the city is right up there.  He said that the Chiefs are definitely good enough to roll them, and the Canes will need to be ready for them to be at their best.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wellington's Sky Stadium is officially a sell-out for tomorrow's A-League football semi-final between the Phoenix and Melbourne Victory.  The Nix may make their first-ever A-League final in the club's history.   Former Wellington Phoenix player Paul Ifill told Heather du Plessis Allan “They've been doubting all season by everybody, but now they've found themselves one game away.”  Ifill said “On the day, anything can happen, and it may go to penalties.”  LISTEN ABOVE.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

All White Clayton Lewis reportedly among three A-League players arrested by New South Wales Police for match-fixing.   This comes as the A-League's finals rapidly approach - Wellington's Sky Stadium has sold out Saturday's semi-final between the Wellington Phoenix and Melbourne Victory.  Weekend Sport Host Elliott Smith told Heather du Plessis Allan “They couldn't have picked a worse time for this to come to light.”  Smith said “It's cast a shadow over the game.”  LISTEN ABOVE.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Wellington Phoenix are set to play in front of a sell-out crowd in Saturday night's A-League semi-final second leg against Melbourne Victory. Barry Guy reports

It's looking increasingly likely that the Wellington Phoenix will sell out Sky Stadium for their hotly-anticipated match. The team are set to host the Melbourne Victory for Saturday's A-League semi-final second leg - and tickets are going fast. Wellington Phoenix General Manager David Dome reckons tickets could sell out as soon as tonight. "We're doing about a thousand every couple of hours at the moment, so we might churn through those tonight." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sunday night's first leg semi-final against Melbourne Victory ended in a nil all draw, with it all to play for at Sky Stadium in Wellington on Saturday. Phoenix coach Giancarlo Italiano spoke to sports editor Stephen Hewson.

If a big earthquake hits, do you have a plan for how you would get home? In Wellington, a big one could take out roads and public transport out of the city. This afternoon, hundreds of people are testing what it would be like to walk 30 kilometres from Sky Stadium through Porirua to the Ngati Toa domain in Mana. Reporter Pretoria Gordon joined up with participants of the Long Walk Home and spoke to Lisa Owen.