Stories by Zoë George

From the Silver Ferns’ stunning World Cup victory, to the fight for equal pay, it’s been a big year for women in sport. Fair Play’s Zoë George looks back at what 2019 had to offer both on and off the… Audio

Is the drive for NZ sports boards to reach a quota of 40 percent women by the end of 2021 a realistic goal, if women don’t put their hands up? Fair Play’s Zoë George asks female sports leaders.

Access to toilets is a basic human right, but for millions of people around the world, and in New Zealand, it’s a struggle. Fair Play’s Zoë George reports on why this still happens and what needs to…

A leading American sports academic has warned of a backlash following the announcement of a new $2.7 million fund for New Zealand women in elite sports leadership and coaching.

Orchestra Wellington will be stepping away from the standard repertoire as it gives electronic dance music an orchestral twist. Video

The World of Wearable Arts might be a “champion for the female spirit and female creativity” but that doesn’t seem to extend to the music.

Making time to listen and understand is key to helping women and girls with “invisible” impairments participate in sport in New Zealand.

It’s not just humans who can benefit from a well-chosen tune. Research shows classical music, soft rock and reggae have an impact in reducing anxiety in dogs, which is nothing to be sniffed at. Video, Audio

A new three-year payment agreement for women cricketers in New Zealand may be a breakthrough, but the gap between men and women is still wide.

The practice of sport is a human right, but why is there still segregation, and discrimination, based on gender? To find a solution we unpack traditional sports practices, the physical side of sport…

A new name is being proposed for the Basin Reserve, with a strong push for the Wellington cricket ground to be renamed ‘Support Women’s Sport Basin Reserve’.

The Black Caps road to the semi-finals just got harder after two losses in a row. Audio

Creating positive social change through sport is at the heart of Michele Cox's game plan in her new role as CEO of the New Zealand Football Foundation.

Dr Guy Jansen, the founder of the NZ Youth Choir and NZ Secondary Students’ Choir has died. Audio

Jonny Greenwood, Radiohead’s lead guitarist-turned-orchestral composer, discusses the wonderful absurdity of being programmed alongside Haydn and Ravel for the NZSO’s Shed Series in Wellington.  Video

Mittens, a Wellington celebrity, has turned up two days early for Cats at the Michael Fowler Centre.

What's it like to look at your leg for the last time then ask doctors to amputate it? Zoë George follows champion rock climber Rachel Māia as she says goodbye to her limb and embarks on a new chapter… Audio

Public toilets around the country, including at the Basin Reserve cricket ground, should be for all, not just for some according to an accessibility toilet advocate. Video, Audio

This month Fair Play brings in experts to give advice on how to prevent sexual violence in sport and through sport. Audio

This month on Fair Play, Football Ferns’ Sarah Gregorius gives us her take on the U17's chances at the Halbergs, Windsurfing legend Barbara Kendall and Seventh Degree Blackbelt Ava Strong talk… Audio

Only eight percent of guest analysts on Sky sports coverage are women, even though coverage of women in sport has increased. Zoë George, Suzanne McFadden and lead researcher Kylie Thompson ask why. Audio

Wellington City Councillor Fleur Fitzsimons says it’s unacceptable the Basin Reserve does not cater sufficiently for women and those with disabilities, but says the council is addressing the… Audio

The White Ferns play for pride against Pakistan. Produced by Zoe George and Justin Gregory. Audio

Who will win the Women's T20 World Cup?  Audio

Starting soon - 'Not Your Average Cricket Show' smashes traditional cricket commentary for six! Produced by Zoe George and Justin Gregory. Audio