Kereyn Smith said ( about Court Judge ) : “Today is a milestone in our planning process, in that we are delighted to announce that the Cycling Integrity Steering Committee will be established and will be chaired by the Hon Kit Toogood QC. He has recently completed sitting as a High Court Judge for more than 11 years. He will bring a wealth of experience, integrity and mana to the committee,”

tvnz Thursday, July 21, 2022 2:19:00 AM EAT

Kereyn Smith said : “CNZ has been fully focussed on accelerating the necessary changes within its high performance programme since late 2021. Good progress has been made, with a number of improvements in place that are already building a more positive high performance environment,” “Today is a milestone in our planning process, in that we are delighted to announce that the Cycling Integrity Steering Committee will be established”

Stuff Thursday, July 21, 2022 2:05:00 AM EAT

Kereyn Smith adds : "We're seeing over there now people are living a relatively normal life, and you're seeing spectators in venues, and you're seeing that just a few months, or six months ahead of New Zealand,"

newshub Tuesday, March 15, 2022 9:34:00 AM EAT

Kereyn Smith said : "Once you're in that system it is a closed loop system that they're running, so the people in the villages and the Olympic environment are not coming into contact with people outside of that,"

tvnz Thursday, February 3, 2022 5:23:00 AM EAT

Kereyn Smith says ( about Hamish Bond ) : "Hamish has been a leader on and off the water,"

newshub Thursday, January 27, 2022 2:55:00 AM EAT

Kereyn Smith says ( about Hamish Bond ) : "Hamish has been a leader on and off the water,"

newshub Thursday, January 27, 2022 12:58:00 AM EAT

Kereyn Smith says : "Sadly, this is a first and it is significant,"

newshub Friday, November 26, 2021 9:18:00 AM EAT

Kereyn Smith said : "The process has been independent, it's been of high integrity and it's been thorough,"

newshub Friday, November 26, 2021 9:18:00 AM EAT

Kereyn Smith says : "I think the balance, at the moment, is about having consistency and a nod to the heritage in the past, and then the flexibility of retaining the core elements of the Games," "I don't see this dramatically changing. It will change around the edges, but the core of the programme will be pretty stable"

newshub Tuesday, October 12, 2021 1:39:00 PM EAT

Kereyn Smith adds : "My vision is that if New Zealand were to host the Games in the future, we'd want sports on that programme the Kiwis love," "Kids would go and we'd have thousands of volunteers. That's what the Commonwealth Games are all about"

newshub Tuesday, October 12, 2021 1:39:00 PM EAT

Kereyn Smith says : "I think the balance at the moment is about having consistency, and a nod to the heritage in the past and then the flexibility of retaining the core elements of the Games," "I don't see this dramatically changing. It will change around the edges, but the core of the programme will be pretty stable"

newshub Tuesday, October 12, 2021 9:37:00 AM EAT

Kereyn Smith said : “We acknowledge that gender identity in sport is a highly sensitive and complex issue requiring a balance between human rights and fairness on the field of play,”

pakobserver Tuesday, June 22, 2021 12:55:00 AM EAT

Kereyn Smith said : "As well as being among the world's best for her event, Laurel has met the IWF eligibility criteria including those based on IOC Consensus Statement guidelines for transgender athletes. We acknowledge that gender identity in sport is a highly sensitive and complex issue requiring a balance between human rights and fairness on the field of play,"

npr Monday, June 21, 2021 9:00:00 PM EAT

Kereyn Smith said : “We acknowledge that gender identity in sport is a highly sensitive and complex issue requiring a balance between human rights and fairness on the field of play,”

taipeitimes Monday, June 21, 2021 8:13:00 PM EAT

Kereyn Smith disse : "Sabemos que a identidade de gênero no esporte é um tema altamente delicado e complexo que exige um equilíbrio entre direitos humanos e justiça"

deutschewelle-pt_BR Monday, June 21, 2021 7:06:00 PM EAT

Kereyn Smith said : "We acknowledge that gender identity in sport is a highly sensitive and complex issue requiring a balance between human rights and fairness on the field of play,"

fox35orlando Monday, June 21, 2021 6:01:00 PM EAT

Kereyn Smith said : "We acknowledge that gender identity in sport is a highly sensitive and complex issue requiring a balance between human rights and fairness on the field of play,"

wrcbtv Monday, June 21, 2021 5:37:00 PM EAT

Kereyn Smith said ( about Team ) : "As the New Zealand Team, we have a strong culture of manaaki and inclusion and respect for all," "We are committed to supporting all eligible New Zealand athletes and ensuring their mental and physical wellbeing, along with their high-performance needs, while preparing for and competing at the Olympic Games are met"

wrcbtv Monday, June 21, 2021 5:37:00 PM EAT

Kereyn Smith said : "We acknowledge that gender identity in sport is a highly sensitive and complex issue requiring a balance between human rights and fairness on the field of play,"

fox10tv Monday, June 21, 2021 5:16:00 PM EAT

Kereyn Smith said ( about Team ) : "As the New Zealand Team, we have a strong culture of manaaki and inclusion and respect for all," "We are committed to supporting all eligible New Zealand athletes and ensuring their mental and physical wellbeing, along with their high-performance needs, while preparing for and competing at the Olympic Games are met"

fox10tv Monday, June 21, 2021 5:16:00 PM EAT

Kereyn Smith affirmé : "Nous reconnaissons le fait que l'identité transgenre dans le sport est un sujet hautement sensible et complexe, qui exige un équilibre entre les droits humains et l'équité sur le terrain"

francetvinfo Monday, June 21, 2021 5:00:00 PM EAT

Kereyn Smith affirmé : "Nous reconnaissons le fait que l'identité transgenre dans le sport est un sujet hautement sensible et complexe, qui exige un équilibre entre les droits humains et l'équité sur le terrain"

franceinfo Monday, June 21, 2021 4:55:00 PM EAT

Kereyn Smith said ( about Team ) : “We acknowledge that gender identity in sport is a highly sensitive and complex issue requiring a balance between human rights and fairness on the field of play,” “As the New Zealand Team, we have a strong culture of… inclusion and respect for all”

dailymaverick Monday, June 21, 2021 4:47:00 PM EAT

Kereyn Smith said : "We acknowledge that gender identity in sport is a highly sensitive and complex issue requiring a balance between human rights and fairness on the field of play,"

wesh Monday, June 21, 2021 4:31:00 PM EAT

Kereyn Smith said ( about Team ) : "As the New Zealand Team, we have a strong culture of manaaki and inclusion and respect for all," "We are committed to supporting all eligible New Zealand athletes and ensuring their mental and physical wellbeing, along with their high-performance needs, while preparing for and competing at the Olympic Games are met"

wesh Monday, June 21, 2021 4:31:00 PM EAT

Kereyn Smith said : "We acknowledge that gender identity in sport is a highly sensitive and complex issue requiring a balance between human rights and fairness on the field of play,"

kcci Monday, June 21, 2021 4:20:00 PM EAT

Kereyn Smith said ( about Team ) : "As the New Zealand Team, we have a strong culture of manaaki and inclusion and respect for all," "We are committed to supporting all eligible New Zealand athletes and ensuring their mental and physical wellbeing, along with their high-performance needs, while preparing for and competing at the Olympic Games are met"

kcci Monday, June 21, 2021 4:20:00 PM EAT

Kereyn Smith said : "We acknowledge that gender identity in sport is a highly sensitive and complex issue requiring a balance between human rights and fairness on the field of play,"

Koat Monday, June 21, 2021 4:20:00 PM EAT

Kereyn Smith said ( about Team ) : "As the New Zealand Team, we have a strong culture of manaaki and inclusion and respect for all," "We are committed to supporting all eligible New Zealand athletes and ensuring their mental and physical wellbeing, along with their high-performance needs, while preparing for and competing at the Olympic Games are met"

Koat Monday, June 21, 2021 4:20:00 PM EAT

Kereyn Smith said : “As well as being among the world’s best for her event, Laurel has met the IWF eligibility criteria including those based on IOC Consensus Statement guidelines for transgender athletes,” “We acknowledge that gender identity in sport is a highly sensitive and complex issue requiring a balance between human rights and fairness on the field of play”

independent-ie Monday, June 21, 2021 4:19:00 PM EAT

Kereyn Smith said : "We acknowledge that gender identity in sport is a highly sensitive and complex issue requiring a balance between human rights and fairness on the field of play,"

wxii12 Monday, June 21, 2021 4:10:00 PM EAT

Kereyn Smith said ( about Team ) : "As the New Zealand Team, we have a strong culture of manaaki and inclusion and respect for all," "We are committed to supporting all eligible New Zealand athletes and ensuring their mental and physical wellbeing, along with their high-performance needs, while preparing for and competing at the Olympic Games are met"

wxii12 Monday, June 21, 2021 4:10:00 PM EAT

Kereyn Smith said : "We acknowledge that gender identity in sport is a highly sensitive and complex issue requiring a balance between human rights and fairness on the field of play,"

wmur Monday, June 21, 2021 4:08:00 PM EAT

Kereyn Smith said ( about Team ) : "As the New Zealand Team, we have a strong culture of manaaki and inclusion and respect for all," "We are committed to supporting all eligible New Zealand athletes and ensuring their mental and physical wellbeing, along with their high-performance needs, while preparing for and competing at the Olympic Games are met"

wmur Monday, June 21, 2021 4:08:00 PM EAT

Kereyn Smith said : "We acknowledge that gender identity in sport is a highly sensitive and complex issue requiring a balance between human rights and fairness on the field of play,"

wyff4 Monday, June 21, 2021 4:02:00 PM EAT

Kereyn Smith said ( about Team ) : "As the New Zealand Team, we have a strong culture of manaaki and inclusion and respect for all," "We are committed to supporting all eligible New Zealand athletes and ensuring their mental and physical wellbeing, along with their high-performance needs, while preparing for and competing at the Olympic Games are met"

wyff4 Monday, June 21, 2021 4:02:00 PM EAT

Kereyn Smith said : "We acknowledge that gender identity in sport is a highly sensitive and complex issue requiring a balance between human rights and fairness on the field of play,"

wlwt Monday, June 21, 2021 3:57:00 PM EAT

Kereyn Smith said ( about Team ) : "As the New Zealand Team, we have a strong culture of manaaki and inclusion and respect for all," "We are committed to supporting all eligible New Zealand athletes and ensuring their mental and physical wellbeing, along with their high-performance needs, while preparing for and competing at the Olympic Games are met"

wlwt Monday, June 21, 2021 3:57:00 PM EAT

Kereyn Smith said : "We acknowledge that gender identity in sport is a highly sensitive and complex issue requiring a balance between human rights and fairness on the field of play,"

wcvb Monday, June 21, 2021 3:55:00 PM EAT

Kereyn Smith said ( about Team ) : "As the New Zealand Team, we have a strong culture of manaaki and inclusion and respect for all," "We are committed to supporting all eligible New Zealand athletes and ensuring their mental and physical wellbeing, along with their high-performance needs, while preparing for and competing at the Olympic Games are met"

wcvb Monday, June 21, 2021 3:55:00 PM EAT

Kereyn Smith said : “We acknowledge that gender identity in sport is a highly sensitive and complex issue requiring a balance between human rights and fairness on the field of play,”

thejournal Monday, June 21, 2021 3:48:00 PM EAT

Kereyn Smith said : "We acknowledge that gender identity in sport is a highly sensitive and complex issue requiring a balance between human rights and fairness on the field of play,"

HindustanTimes Monday, June 21, 2021 3:26:00 PM EAT

Kereyn Smith said : “We acknowledge that gender identity in sport is a highly sensitive and complex issue requiring a balance between human rights and fairness on the field of play,” “We are committed to supporting all eligible New Zealand athletes and ensuring their mental and physical well-being, along with their high-performance needs, while preparing for and competing at the Olympic Games are met”

WashingtonPost Monday, June 21, 2021 3:17:00 PM EAT

Kereyn Smith said : "We acknowledge that gender identity in sport is a highly sensitive and complex issue requiring a balance between human rights and fairness on the field of play. "

heart Monday, June 21, 2021 1:51:00 PM EAT

Kereyn Smith said ( about Team ) : "We acknowledge that gender identity in sport is a highly sensitive and complex issue requiring a balance between human rights and fairness on the field of play," "As the New Zealand Team, we have a strong culture of [...] inclusion and respect for all"

deutschewelle-en Monday, June 21, 2021 1:06:00 PM EAT

Kereyn Smith said : "We acknowledge that gender identity in sport is a highly sensitive and complex issue requiring a balance between human rights and fairness on the field of play,"

irishsun Monday, June 21, 2021 1:05:00 PM EAT

Kereyn Smith said ( about Team ) : "As the New Zealand Team, we have a strong culture of manaaki and inclusion and respect for all," "We are committed to supporting all eligible New Zealand athletes and ensuring their mental and physical wellbeing, along with their high-performance needs, while preparing for and competing at the Olympic Games are met"

irishsun Monday, June 21, 2021 1:05:00 PM EAT

Kereyn Smith said ( about Team ) : "We acknowledge that gender identity in sport is a highly sensitive and complex issue requiring a balance between human rights and fairness on the field of play," "As the New Zealand Team, we have a strong culture of [...] inclusion and respect for all"

dw-en Monday, June 21, 2021 1:04:00 PM EAT

Kereyn Smith said : "We acknowledge that gender identity in sport is a highly sensitive and complex issue requiring a balance between human rights and fairness on the field of play,"

ibtimes Monday, June 21, 2021 12:57:00 PM EAT

Kereyn Smith affirmé : "Nous reconnaissons le fait que l'identité transgenre dans le sport est un sujet hautement sensible et complexe, qui exige un équilibre entre les droits humains et l'équité sur le terrain"

francetvinfo Monday, June 21, 2021 12:44:00 PM EAT

Kereyn Smith affirmé : "Nous reconnaissons le fait que l'identité transgenre dans le sport est un sujet hautement sensible et complexe, qui exige un équilibre entre les droits humains et l'équité sur le terrain"

franceinfo Monday, June 21, 2021 12:38:00 PM EAT

Kereyn Smith said : "We acknowledge that gender identity in sport is a highly sensitive and complex issue requiring a balance between human rights and fairness on the field of play. "

skynews Monday, June 21, 2021 12:29:00 PM EAT

Kereyn Smith said ( about Team ) : “We acknowledge that gender identity in sport is a highly sensitive and complex issue requiring a balance between human rights and fairness on the field of play,” “As the New Zealand Team, we have a strong culture of … inclusion and respect for all”

businessday Monday, June 21, 2021 12:27:00 PM EAT

Kereyn Smith said : "We acknowledge that gender identity in sport is a highly sensitive and complex issue requiring a balance between human rights and fairness on the field of play,"

afp-en Monday, June 21, 2021 12:15:00 PM EAT

Kereyn Smith said : “We acknowledge that gender identity in sport is a highly sensitive and complex issue requiring a balance between human rights and fairness on the field of play,”

aljazeera-en Monday, June 21, 2021 11:42:00 AM EAT

Kereyn Smith said ( about Team ) : “We acknowledge that gender identity in sport is a highly sensitive and complex issue requiring a balance between human rights and fairness on the field of play,” “As the New Zealand Team, we have a strong culture of .... inclusion and respect for all”

brisbanetimes Monday, June 21, 2021 11:36:00 AM EAT

Kereyn Smith said ( about Team ) : “We acknowledge that gender identity in sport is a highly sensitive and complex issue requiring a balance between human rights and fairness on the field of play,” “As the New Zealand Team, we have a strong culture of .... inclusion and respect for all”

theage Monday, June 21, 2021 11:16:00 AM EAT

Kereyn Smith said ( about Team ) : “We acknowledge that gender identity in sport is a highly sensitive and complex issue requiring a balance between human rights and fairness on the field of play,” “As the New Zealand Team, we have a strong culture of .... inclusion and respect for all”

smh Monday, June 21, 2021 11:04:00 AM EAT

Kereyn Smith said : "As well as being among the world's best for her event, Laurel has met the IWF eligibility criteria including those based on IOC Consensus Statement guidelines for transgender athletes," "We acknowledge that gender identity in sport is a highly sensitive and complex issue requiring a balance between human rights and fairness on the field of play"

RTERadio Monday, June 21, 2021 10:59:00 AM EAT

Kereyn Smith said ( about Team ) : "We acknowledge that gender identity in sport is a highly sensitive and complex issue requiring a balance between human rights and fairness on the field of play," "As the New Zealand Team, we have a strong culture of manaaki (hospitality) and inclusion and respect for all"

foxnews Monday, June 21, 2021 10:57:00 AM EAT

Kereyn Smith said ( about Team ) : “We acknowledge that gender identity in sport is a highly sensitive and complex issue requiring a balance between human rights and fairness on the field of play. As the New Zealand Team, we have a strong culture of…inclusion and respect for all”

forbes Monday, June 21, 2021 10:29:00 AM EAT

Kereyn Smith said ( about Team ) : "We acknowledge that gender identity in sport is a highly sensitive and complex issue requiring a balance between human rights and fairness on the field of play," "As the New Zealand Team, we have a strong culture of .... inclusion and respect for all"

thedailystarBD Monday, June 21, 2021 9:45:00 AM EAT

Kereyn Smith said : “We acknowledge that gender identity in sport is a highly sensitive and complex issue requiring a balance between human rights and fairness on the field of play,”

nypost Monday, June 21, 2021 9:11:00 AM EAT

Kereyn Smith said : ''We acknowledge that gender identity in sport is a highly sensitive and complex issue requiring a balance between human rights and fairness on the field of play,''

koreatimes Monday, June 21, 2021 9:10:00 AM EAT

Kereyn Smith says : "We acknowledge that gender identity in sport is a highly sensitive and complex issue requiring a balance between human rights and fairness on the field of play," "As the NZ team, we have a strong culture of 'manaaki', and inclusion and respect for all. We are committed to supporting all eligible New Zealand athletes, and ensuring their mental and physical wellbeing - along with their high-performance needs - while preparing for and competing at the Olympic Games are met"

newshub Monday, June 21, 2021 8:18:00 AM EAT

Kereyn Smith said ( about Team ) : "We acknowledge that gender identity in sport is a highly sensitive and complex issue requiring a balance between human rights and fairness on the field of play," "As the New Zealand Team, we have a strong culture of .... inclusion and respect for all"

dw-en Monday, June 21, 2021 7:36:00 AM EAT

Kereyn Smith said ( about Team ) : "We acknowledge that gender identity in sport is a highly sensitive and complex issue requiring a balance between human rights and fairness on the field of play," "As the New Zealand Team, we have a strong culture of .... inclusion and respect for all"

deutschewelle-en Monday, June 21, 2021 7:14:00 AM EAT

Kereyn Smith said : “We acknowledge that gender identity in sport is a highly sensitive and complex issue requiring a balance between human rights and fairness on the field of play,”

aljazeera-en Monday, June 21, 2021 6:55:00 AM EAT

Kereyn Smith said : "We acknowledge that gender identity in sport is a highly sensitive and complex issue requiring a balance between human rights and fairness on the field of play,"

BangkokPost Monday, June 21, 2021 6:46:00 AM EAT

Kereyn Smith said ( about Team ) : “We acknowledge that gender identity in sport is a highly sensitive and complex issue requiring a balance between human rights and fairness on the field of play,” “As the New Zealand Team, we have a strong culture of …. inclusion and respect for all”

cknw Monday, June 21, 2021 6:40:00 AM EAT

Kereyn Smith said ( about Team ) : “We acknowledge that gender identity in sport is a highly sensitive and complex issue requiring a balance between human rights and fairness on the field of play,” “As the New Zealand Team, we have a strong culture of …. inclusion and respect for all”

globalnews Monday, June 21, 2021 6:39:00 AM EAT

Kereyn Smith said : "We acknowledge that gender identity in sport is a highly sensitive and complex issue requiring a balance between human rights and fairness on the field of play,"

ibtimes Monday, June 21, 2021 6:04:00 AM EAT

Kereyn Smith said : "We acknowledge that gender identity in sport is a highly sensitive and complex issue requiring a balance between human rights and fairness on the field of play,"

afp-en Monday, June 21, 2021 5:33:00 AM EAT

Kereyn Smith said : “We acknowledge that gender identity in sport is a highly sensitive and complex issue requiring a balance between human rights and fairness on the field of play,”

ChinaPost Monday, June 21, 2021 4:47:00 AM EAT

Kereyn Smith said ( about Team ) : "We acknowledge that gender identity in sport is a highly sensitive and complex issue requiring a balance between human rights and fairness on the field of play," "As the New Zealand Team, we have a strong culture of .... inclusion and respect for all"

trust Monday, June 21, 2021 4:39:00 AM EAT

Kereyn Smith said : "We acknowledge that gender identity in sport is a highly sensitive and complex issue requiring a balance between human rights and fairness on the field of play,"

channelnewsasia Monday, June 21, 2021 3:51:00 AM EAT

Kereyn Smith says : "As well as being among the world’s best for her event, Laurel has met the International Weightlifing Federation eligibility criteria including those based on IOC Consensus Statement guidelines for transgender athletes,"

newshub Monday, June 21, 2021 2:12:00 AM EAT

Kereyn Smith said : "We acknowledge that gender identity in sport is a highly sensitive and complex issue requiring a balance between human rights and fairness on the field of play,"

afp-en Monday, June 21, 2021 1:51:00 AM EAT

Kereyn Smith said : "New Zealand is a proud cycling nation whether it be BMX, mountainbike, road or track, and we can't wait to cheer you on in just over a month's time,"

newshub Wednesday, June 16, 2021 10:46:00 PM EAT

Kereyn Smith added ( about Mahe Drysdale ) : "Mahe has created New Zealand history and inspired a generation with his standout Olympic performances," "He will be missed and we thank him for his amazing legacy"

channelnewsasia Thursday, June 10, 2021 8:17:00 AM EAT

Kereyn Smith added ( about Mahe Drysdale ) : “Mahe has created New Zealand history and inspired a generation with his standout Olympic performances,” “He will be missed and we thank him for his amazing legacy”

wsau Thursday, June 10, 2021 8:06:00 AM EAT

Kereyn Smith said : "Today's Olympic Games have more extreme, more urban and more youth focused events and the board travelling around New Zealand represents this," "This year, we really need the support of all New Zealanders and that's why this skateboard will be travelling the country as we ask Kiwis to get onboard"

trust Wednesday, April 14, 2021 3:23:00 PM EAT

Kereyn Smith said : "Today's Olympic Games have more extreme, more urban and more youth focused events and the board travelling around New Zealand represents this," "This year, we really need the support of all New Zealanders and that’s why this skateboard will be travelling the country as we ask Kiwis to get onboard"

ahram-EN Wednesday, April 14, 2021 2:11:00 PM EAT

Kereyn Smith said : "Today's Olympic Games have more extreme, more urban and more youth focused events and the board traveling around New Zealand represents this," "This year, we really need the support of all New Zealanders and that’s why this skateboard will be traveling the country as we ask Kiwis to get onboard"

japantoday Wednesday, April 14, 2021 10:33:00 AM EAT

Kereyn Smith said : "Today's Olympic Games have more extreme, more urban and more youth focused events and the board travelling around New Zealand represents this," "This year, we really need the support of all New Zealanders and that’s why this skateboard will be travelling the country as we ask Kiwis to get onboard"

channelnewsasia Wednesday, April 14, 2021 8:21:00 AM EAT

Kereyn Smith said : "Today's Olympic Games have more extreme, more urban and more youth focused events and the board travelling around New Zealand represents this," "This year, we really need the support of all New Zealanders and that’s why this skateboard will be travelling the country as we ask Kiwis to get onboard"

wsau Wednesday, April 14, 2021 7:40:00 AM EAT

Kereyn Smith says : "There are quite a number from overseas in sports like football, golf and tennis, but some of those events continue to go on," "Arguably, some of the overseas athletes coming into Tokyo will be better prepared for the environment and conditions expected of them than athletes from New Zealand"

newshub Wednesday, April 14, 2021 3:22:00 AM EAT

Kereyn Smith says : "We're going until we're not going,"

newshub Wednesday, April 14, 2021 3:22:00 AM EAT

Kereyn Smith says : "We're working really hard to quantify what measures we need to take,"

newshub Wednesday, April 14, 2021 3:22:00 AM EAT

Kereyn Smith says : "We're all part of the global Olympic family and not having our friends and families with us will impact us all – whether we're representing New Zealand or any one of the world's 206 Olympic nations,"

prnewswire Wednesday, March 24, 2021 6:55:00 PM EAT

Kereyn Smith said : "There's a lot of people who have to consider their position," "Can it fit into their life? Do they feel safe? Are their family comfortable that they should be doing that?... It's a big, big commitment"

wsau Wednesday, January 27, 2021 9:59:00 AM EAT

Kereyn Smith said : "There's a lot of people who have to consider their position," "Can it fit into their life? Do they feel safe? Are their family comfortable that they should be doing that?... It's a big, big commitment"

japantoday Wednesday, January 27, 2021 7:15:00 AM EAT

Kereyn Smith tells : "We know that the Japanese people, at this point in time, are feeling anxious about the Games,"

newshub Tuesday, January 26, 2021 12:13:00 AM EAT

Kereyn Smith says : "We have opened a conversation around our timing and what can be expected, and that's where it is sitting right now,"

newshub Friday, January 22, 2021 10:01:00 AM EAT

Kereyn Smith admits : "At this point in time, those things are all fluid,"

newshub Friday, January 22, 2021 10:01:00 AM EAT

Kereyn Smith says : "The IOC and Tokyo Olympics Committee are committed to their delivery of the games in July 2021, as there is no plan b"

newshub Friday, January 22, 2021 3:57:00 AM EAT

Kereyn Smith tells : "Post-postponement there were real question marks if this would happen again, but now we're seeing evidence and planning emerging from the IOC and Tokyo 2020,"

newshub Wednesday, September 30, 2020 9:49:00 AM EAT

Kereyn Smith says : "There'll be a lot of changes - potentially quarantine at both ends. The village might not open until later on,"

newshub Wednesday, September 30, 2020 9:49:00 AM EAT

Kereyn Smith adds : "Lots of factors to be considered," "The heat in Tokyo, we're mindful of that. So we're thinking we might need to make plans around alternative training and quarantine type facilities"

newshub Wednesday, September 30, 2020 9:49:00 AM EAT

Kereyn Smith added : “Our athletes have reacted extremely well to the postponement of the Games and having a date to work towards will allow them to carry out the meticulous planning and the training required for an Olympic Games performance,”

premiumtimesng Saturday, March 28, 2020 9:43:00 PM EAT

Kereyn Smith said : "It's going to be quite a traumatic change for most of our athletes," "Certainly we want to make sure the support is there to help them if they need it"

newshub Saturday, March 28, 2020 10:04:00 AM EAT

Kereyn Smith said ( about Team ) : "This is fantastic news for our New Zealand Team athletes,"

newshub Saturday, March 28, 2020 12:24:00 AM EAT

Kereyn Smith added : "It is an enormous challenge to reschedule the Olympic Games," "The task is monumental but it's great to see details coming to life and we are already looking forward to being in Tokyo in 2021"

newshub Saturday, March 28, 2020 12:24:00 AM EAT

Kereyn Smith told : "We've got to work through what's the status of selected athletes, and the status of qualifying events relative to a moved Games,"

Stuff Wednesday, March 25, 2020 8:13:00 PM EAT

Kereyn Smith said : "We hadn't withdrawn and from our point of view there were a number of steps to work through… at the same time we knew the IOC were actively seeking a postponement and discussions were going on. And we wanted to make sure the athletes' voices were heard in that process,"

Stuff Wednesday, March 25, 2020 8:13:00 PM EAT

Kereyn Smith said : "It's a very difficult thing if you're peaking for this July-August window and then you have to do it again. "

Stuff Wednesday, March 25, 2020 8:13:00 PM EAT

Kereyn Smith said : "Our focus is first and foremost the athletes. It has been important to us to give them the opportunity to talk to us. We value their resilience and flexibility and we know working through the changes won't be easy,"

business-standard Tuesday, March 24, 2020 5:40:00 PM EAT

Kereyn Smith said : "Our focus is first and foremost the athletes. We value their resilience and flexibility and we know working through the changes won't be easy,"

dnaindia Tuesday, March 24, 2020 1:09:00 PM EAT

Kereyn Smith said : "Our focus is first and foremost the athletes. We value their resilience and flexibility and we know working through the changes won't be easy,"

irishsun Tuesday, March 24, 2020 12:31:00 PM EAT

Kereyn Smith said : "Our focus is first and foremost the athletes. We value their resilience and flexibility and we know working through the changes won't be easy,"

business-standard Tuesday, March 24, 2020 11:20:00 AM EAT

Kereyn Smith said : "This morning, we had a reaffirmation from the IOC that they are absolutely committed to the Olympics starting in July, as scheduled, in 140-odd days,"

newshub Tuesday, March 3, 2020 11:38:00 PM EAT

Kereyn Smith said : "Our really important concentration is around making sure the athletes keep going,"

newshub Tuesday, March 3, 2020 11:38:00 PM EAT

Kereyn Smith said : "Well done to the Silver Ferns who are deserved winners of the Lonsdale Cup,"

newshub Thursday, December 5, 2019 10:05:00 PM EAT

Kereyn Smith said ( about Court Judge ) : “Today is a milestone in our planning process, in that we are delighted to announce that the Cycling Integrity Steering Committee will be established and will be chaired by the Hon Kit Toogood QC. He has recently completed sitting as a High Court Judge for more than 11 years. He will bring a wealth of experience, integrity and mana to the committee,”

tvnz Thursday, July 21, 2022 2:19:00 AM EAT

Kereyn Smith said : “CNZ has been fully focussed on accelerating the necessary changes within its high performance programme since late 2021. Good progress has been made, with a number of improvements in place that are already building a more positive high performance environment,” “Today is a milestone in our planning process, in that we are delighted to announce that the Cycling Integrity Steering Committee will be established”

Stuff Thursday, July 21, 2022 2:05:00 AM EAT

Kereyn Smith adds : "We're seeing over there now people are living a relatively normal life, and you're seeing spectators in venues, and you're seeing that just a few months, or six months ahead of New Zealand,"

newshub Tuesday, March 15, 2022 9:34:00 AM EAT

Kereyn Smith said : "Once you're in that system it is a closed loop system that they're running, so the people in the villages and the Olympic environment are not coming into contact with people outside of that,"

tvnz Thursday, February 3, 2022 5:23:00 AM EAT

Kereyn Smith says ( about Hamish Bond ) : "Hamish has been a leader on and off the water,"

newshub Thursday, January 27, 2022 2:55:00 AM EAT

Kereyn Smith says ( about Hamish Bond ) : "Hamish has been a leader on and off the water,"

newshub Thursday, January 27, 2022 12:58:00 AM EAT

Kereyn Smith says : "Sadly, this is a first and it is significant,"

newshub Friday, November 26, 2021 9:18:00 AM EAT

Kereyn Smith said : "The process has been independent, it's been of high integrity and it's been thorough,"

newshub Friday, November 26, 2021 9:18:00 AM EAT

Kereyn Smith says : "I think the balance, at the moment, is about having consistency and a nod to the heritage in the past, and then the flexibility of retaining the core elements of the Games," "I don't see this dramatically changing. It will change around the edges, but the core of the programme will be pretty stable"

newshub Tuesday, October 12, 2021 1:39:00 PM EAT

Kereyn Smith adds : "My vision is that if New Zealand were to host the Games in the future, we'd want sports on that programme the Kiwis love," "Kids would go and we'd have thousands of volunteers. That's what the Commonwealth Games are all about"

newshub Tuesday, October 12, 2021 1:39:00 PM EAT

Kereyn Smith says : "I think the balance at the moment is about having consistency, and a nod to the heritage in the past and then the flexibility of retaining the core elements of the Games," "I don't see this dramatically changing. It will change around the edges, but the core of the programme will be pretty stable"

newshub Tuesday, October 12, 2021 9:37:00 AM EAT

Kereyn Smith said : “We acknowledge that gender identity in sport is a highly sensitive and complex issue requiring a balance between human rights and fairness on the field of play,”

pakobserver Tuesday, June 22, 2021 12:55:00 AM EAT

Kereyn Smith said : "As well as being among the world's best for her event, Laurel has met the IWF eligibility criteria including those based on IOC Consensus Statement guidelines for transgender athletes. We acknowledge that gender identity in sport is a highly sensitive and complex issue requiring a balance between human rights and fairness on the field of play,"

npr Monday, June 21, 2021 9:00:00 PM EAT

Kereyn Smith said : “We acknowledge that gender identity in sport is a highly sensitive and complex issue requiring a balance between human rights and fairness on the field of play,”

taipeitimes Monday, June 21, 2021 8:13:00 PM EAT

Kereyn Smith disse : "Sabemos que a identidade de gênero no esporte é um tema altamente delicado e complexo que exige um equilíbrio entre direitos humanos e justiça"

deutschewelle-pt_BR Monday, June 21, 2021 7:06:00 PM EAT

Kereyn Smith said : "We acknowledge that gender identity in sport is a highly sensitive and complex issue requiring a balance between human rights and fairness on the field of play,"

fox35orlando Monday, June 21, 2021 6:01:00 PM EAT

Kereyn Smith said : "We acknowledge that gender identity in sport is a highly sensitive and complex issue requiring a balance between human rights and fairness on the field of play,"

wrcbtv Monday, June 21, 2021 5:37:00 PM EAT

Kereyn Smith said ( about Team ) : "As the New Zealand Team, we have a strong culture of manaaki and inclusion and respect for all," "We are committed to supporting all eligible New Zealand athletes and ensuring their mental and physical wellbeing, along with their high-performance needs, while preparing for and competing at the Olympic Games are met"

wrcbtv Monday, June 21, 2021 5:37:00 PM EAT

Kereyn Smith said : "We acknowledge that gender identity in sport is a highly sensitive and complex issue requiring a balance between human rights and fairness on the field of play,"

fox10tv Monday, June 21, 2021 5:16:00 PM EAT

Kereyn Smith said ( about Team ) : "As the New Zealand Team, we have a strong culture of manaaki and inclusion and respect for all," "We are committed to supporting all eligible New Zealand athletes and ensuring their mental and physical wellbeing, along with their high-performance needs, while preparing for and competing at the Olympic Games are met"

fox10tv Monday, June 21, 2021 5:16:00 PM EAT

Kereyn Smith affirmé : "Nous reconnaissons le fait que l'identité transgenre dans le sport est un sujet hautement sensible et complexe, qui exige un équilibre entre les droits humains et l'équité sur le terrain"

francetvinfo Monday, June 21, 2021 5:00:00 PM EAT

Kereyn Smith affirmé : "Nous reconnaissons le fait que l'identité transgenre dans le sport est un sujet hautement sensible et complexe, qui exige un équilibre entre les droits humains et l'équité sur le terrain"

franceinfo Monday, June 21, 2021 4:55:00 PM EAT

Kereyn Smith said ( about Team ) : “We acknowledge that gender identity in sport is a highly sensitive and complex issue requiring a balance between human rights and fairness on the field of play,” “As the New Zealand Team, we have a strong culture of… inclusion and respect for all”

dailymaverick Monday, June 21, 2021 4:47:00 PM EAT

Kereyn Smith said : "We acknowledge that gender identity in sport is a highly sensitive and complex issue requiring a balance between human rights and fairness on the field of play,"

wesh Monday, June 21, 2021 4:31:00 PM EAT

Kereyn Smith said ( about Team ) : "As the New Zealand Team, we have a strong culture of manaaki and inclusion and respect for all," "We are committed to supporting all eligible New Zealand athletes and ensuring their mental and physical wellbeing, along with their high-performance needs, while preparing for and competing at the Olympic Games are met"

wesh Monday, June 21, 2021 4:31:00 PM EAT

Kereyn Smith said : "We acknowledge that gender identity in sport is a highly sensitive and complex issue requiring a balance between human rights and fairness on the field of play,"

kcci Monday, June 21, 2021 4:20:00 PM EAT

Kereyn Smith said ( about Team ) : "As the New Zealand Team, we have a strong culture of manaaki and inclusion and respect for all," "We are committed to supporting all eligible New Zealand athletes and ensuring their mental and physical wellbeing, along with their high-performance needs, while preparing for and competing at the Olympic Games are met"

kcci Monday, June 21, 2021 4:20:00 PM EAT

Kereyn Smith said : "We acknowledge that gender identity in sport is a highly sensitive and complex issue requiring a balance between human rights and fairness on the field of play,"

Koat Monday, June 21, 2021 4:20:00 PM EAT

Kereyn Smith said ( about Team ) : "As the New Zealand Team, we have a strong culture of manaaki and inclusion and respect for all," "We are committed to supporting all eligible New Zealand athletes and ensuring their mental and physical wellbeing, along with their high-performance needs, while preparing for and competing at the Olympic Games are met"

Koat Monday, June 21, 2021 4:20:00 PM EAT

Kereyn Smith said : “As well as being among the world’s best for her event, Laurel has met the IWF eligibility criteria including those based on IOC Consensus Statement guidelines for transgender athletes,” “We acknowledge that gender identity in sport is a highly sensitive and complex issue requiring a balance between human rights and fairness on the field of play”

independent-ie Monday, June 21, 2021 4:19:00 PM EAT

Kereyn Smith said : "We acknowledge that gender identity in sport is a highly sensitive and complex issue requiring a balance between human rights and fairness on the field of play,"

wxii12 Monday, June 21, 2021 4:10:00 PM EAT

Kereyn Smith said ( about Team ) : "As the New Zealand Team, we have a strong culture of manaaki and inclusion and respect for all," "We are committed to supporting all eligible New Zealand athletes and ensuring their mental and physical wellbeing, along with their high-performance needs, while preparing for and competing at the Olympic Games are met"

wxii12 Monday, June 21, 2021 4:10:00 PM EAT

Kereyn Smith said : "We acknowledge that gender identity in sport is a highly sensitive and complex issue requiring a balance between human rights and fairness on the field of play,"

wmur Monday, June 21, 2021 4:08:00 PM EAT

Kereyn Smith said ( about Team ) : "As the New Zealand Team, we have a strong culture of manaaki and inclusion and respect for all," "We are committed to supporting all eligible New Zealand athletes and ensuring their mental and physical wellbeing, along with their high-performance needs, while preparing for and competing at the Olympic Games are met"

wmur Monday, June 21, 2021 4:08:00 PM EAT

Kereyn Smith said : "We acknowledge that gender identity in sport is a highly sensitive and complex issue requiring a balance between human rights and fairness on the field of play,"

wyff4 Monday, June 21, 2021 4:02:00 PM EAT

Kereyn Smith said ( about Team ) : "As the New Zealand Team, we have a strong culture of manaaki and inclusion and respect for all," "We are committed to supporting all eligible New Zealand athletes and ensuring their mental and physical wellbeing, along with their high-performance needs, while preparing for and competing at the Olympic Games are met"

wyff4 Monday, June 21, 2021 4:02:00 PM EAT

Kereyn Smith said : "We acknowledge that gender identity in sport is a highly sensitive and complex issue requiring a balance between human rights and fairness on the field of play,"

wlwt Monday, June 21, 2021 3:57:00 PM EAT

Kereyn Smith said ( about Team ) : "As the New Zealand Team, we have a strong culture of manaaki and inclusion and respect for all," "We are committed to supporting all eligible New Zealand athletes and ensuring their mental and physical wellbeing, along with their high-performance needs, while preparing for and competing at the Olympic Games are met"

wlwt Monday, June 21, 2021 3:57:00 PM EAT

Kereyn Smith said : "We acknowledge that gender identity in sport is a highly sensitive and complex issue requiring a balance between human rights and fairness on the field of play,"

wcvb Monday, June 21, 2021 3:55:00 PM EAT

Kereyn Smith said ( about Team ) : "As the New Zealand Team, we have a strong culture of manaaki and inclusion and respect for all," "We are committed to supporting all eligible New Zealand athletes and ensuring their mental and physical wellbeing, along with their high-performance needs, while preparing for and competing at the Olympic Games are met"

wcvb Monday, June 21, 2021 3:55:00 PM EAT

Kereyn Smith said : “We acknowledge that gender identity in sport is a highly sensitive and complex issue requiring a balance between human rights and fairness on the field of play,”

thejournal Monday, June 21, 2021 3:48:00 PM EAT

Kereyn Smith said : "We acknowledge that gender identity in sport is a highly sensitive and complex issue requiring a balance between human rights and fairness on the field of play,"

HindustanTimes Monday, June 21, 2021 3:26:00 PM EAT

Kereyn Smith said : “We acknowledge that gender identity in sport is a highly sensitive and complex issue requiring a balance between human rights and fairness on the field of play,” “We are committed to supporting all eligible New Zealand athletes and ensuring their mental and physical well-being, along with their high-performance needs, while preparing for and competing at the Olympic Games are met”

WashingtonPost Monday, June 21, 2021 3:17:00 PM EAT

Kereyn Smith said : "We acknowledge that gender identity in sport is a highly sensitive and complex issue requiring a balance between human rights and fairness on the field of play. "

heart Monday, June 21, 2021 1:51:00 PM EAT

Kereyn Smith said ( about Team ) : "We acknowledge that gender identity in sport is a highly sensitive and complex issue requiring a balance between human rights and fairness on the field of play," "As the New Zealand Team, we have a strong culture of [...] inclusion and respect for all"

deutschewelle-en Monday, June 21, 2021 1:06:00 PM EAT

Kereyn Smith said : "We acknowledge that gender identity in sport is a highly sensitive and complex issue requiring a balance between human rights and fairness on the field of play,"

irishsun Monday, June 21, 2021 1:05:00 PM EAT

Kereyn Smith said ( about Team ) : "As the New Zealand Team, we have a strong culture of manaaki and inclusion and respect for all," "We are committed to supporting all eligible New Zealand athletes and ensuring their mental and physical wellbeing, along with their high-performance needs, while preparing for and competing at the Olympic Games are met"

irishsun Monday, June 21, 2021 1:05:00 PM EAT

Kereyn Smith said ( about Team ) : "We acknowledge that gender identity in sport is a highly sensitive and complex issue requiring a balance between human rights and fairness on the field of play," "As the New Zealand Team, we have a strong culture of [...] inclusion and respect for all"

dw-en Monday, June 21, 2021 1:04:00 PM EAT

Kereyn Smith said : "We acknowledge that gender identity in sport is a highly sensitive and complex issue requiring a balance between human rights and fairness on the field of play,"

ibtimes Monday, June 21, 2021 12:57:00 PM EAT

Kereyn Smith affirmé : "Nous reconnaissons le fait que l'identité transgenre dans le sport est un sujet hautement sensible et complexe, qui exige un équilibre entre les droits humains et l'équité sur le terrain"

francetvinfo Monday, June 21, 2021 12:44:00 PM EAT

Kereyn Smith affirmé : "Nous reconnaissons le fait que l'identité transgenre dans le sport est un sujet hautement sensible et complexe, qui exige un équilibre entre les droits humains et l'équité sur le terrain"

franceinfo Monday, June 21, 2021 12:38:00 PM EAT

Kereyn Smith said : "We acknowledge that gender identity in sport is a highly sensitive and complex issue requiring a balance between human rights and fairness on the field of play. "

skynews Monday, June 21, 2021 12:29:00 PM EAT

Kereyn Smith said ( about Team ) : “We acknowledge that gender identity in sport is a highly sensitive and complex issue requiring a balance between human rights and fairness on the field of play,” “As the New Zealand Team, we have a strong culture of … inclusion and respect for all”

businessday Monday, June 21, 2021 12:27:00 PM EAT

Kereyn Smith said : "We acknowledge that gender identity in sport is a highly sensitive and complex issue requiring a balance between human rights and fairness on the field of play,"

afp-en Monday, June 21, 2021 12:15:00 PM EAT

Kereyn Smith said : “We acknowledge that gender identity in sport is a highly sensitive and complex issue requiring a balance between human rights and fairness on the field of play,”

aljazeera-en Monday, June 21, 2021 11:42:00 AM EAT

Kereyn Smith said ( about Team ) : “We acknowledge that gender identity in sport is a highly sensitive and complex issue requiring a balance between human rights and fairness on the field of play,” “As the New Zealand Team, we have a strong culture of .... inclusion and respect for all”

brisbanetimes Monday, June 21, 2021 11:36:00 AM EAT

Kereyn Smith said ( about Team ) : “We acknowledge that gender identity in sport is a highly sensitive and complex issue requiring a balance between human rights and fairness on the field of play,” “As the New Zealand Team, we have a strong culture of .... inclusion and respect for all”

theage Monday, June 21, 2021 11:16:00 AM EAT

Kereyn Smith said ( about Team ) : “We acknowledge that gender identity in sport is a highly sensitive and complex issue requiring a balance between human rights and fairness on the field of play,” “As the New Zealand Team, we have a strong culture of .... inclusion and respect for all”

smh Monday, June 21, 2021 11:04:00 AM EAT

Kereyn Smith said : "As well as being among the world's best for her event, Laurel has met the IWF eligibility criteria including those based on IOC Consensus Statement guidelines for transgender athletes," "We acknowledge that gender identity in sport is a highly sensitive and complex issue requiring a balance between human rights and fairness on the field of play"

RTERadio Monday, June 21, 2021 10:59:00 AM EAT

Kereyn Smith said ( about Team ) : "We acknowledge that gender identity in sport is a highly sensitive and complex issue requiring a balance between human rights and fairness on the field of play," "As the New Zealand Team, we have a strong culture of manaaki (hospitality) and inclusion and respect for all"

foxnews Monday, June 21, 2021 10:57:00 AM EAT

Kereyn Smith said ( about Team ) : “We acknowledge that gender identity in sport is a highly sensitive and complex issue requiring a balance between human rights and fairness on the field of play. As the New Zealand Team, we have a strong culture of…inclusion and respect for all”

forbes Monday, June 21, 2021 10:29:00 AM EAT

Kereyn Smith said ( about Team ) : "We acknowledge that gender identity in sport is a highly sensitive and complex issue requiring a balance between human rights and fairness on the field of play," "As the New Zealand Team, we have a strong culture of .... inclusion and respect for all"

thedailystarBD Monday, June 21, 2021 9:45:00 AM EAT

Kereyn Smith said : “We acknowledge that gender identity in sport is a highly sensitive and complex issue requiring a balance between human rights and fairness on the field of play,”

nypost Monday, June 21, 2021 9:11:00 AM EAT

Kereyn Smith said : ''We acknowledge that gender identity in sport is a highly sensitive and complex issue requiring a balance between human rights and fairness on the field of play,''

koreatimes Monday, June 21, 2021 9:10:00 AM EAT

Kereyn Smith says : "We acknowledge that gender identity in sport is a highly sensitive and complex issue requiring a balance between human rights and fairness on the field of play," "As the NZ team, we have a strong culture of 'manaaki', and inclusion and respect for all. We are committed to supporting all eligible New Zealand athletes, and ensuring their mental and physical wellbeing - along with their high-performance needs - while preparing for and competing at the Olympic Games are met"

newshub Monday, June 21, 2021 8:18:00 AM EAT

Kereyn Smith said ( about Team ) : "We acknowledge that gender identity in sport is a highly sensitive and complex issue requiring a balance between human rights and fairness on the field of play," "As the New Zealand Team, we have a strong culture of .... inclusion and respect for all"

dw-en Monday, June 21, 2021 7:36:00 AM EAT

Kereyn Smith said ( about Team ) : "We acknowledge that gender identity in sport is a highly sensitive and complex issue requiring a balance between human rights and fairness on the field of play," "As the New Zealand Team, we have a strong culture of .... inclusion and respect for all"

deutschewelle-en Monday, June 21, 2021 7:14:00 AM EAT

Kereyn Smith said : “We acknowledge that gender identity in sport is a highly sensitive and complex issue requiring a balance between human rights and fairness on the field of play,”

aljazeera-en Monday, June 21, 2021 6:55:00 AM EAT

Kereyn Smith said : "We acknowledge that gender identity in sport is a highly sensitive and complex issue requiring a balance between human rights and fairness on the field of play,"

BangkokPost Monday, June 21, 2021 6:46:00 AM EAT

Kereyn Smith said ( about Team ) : “We acknowledge that gender identity in sport is a highly sensitive and complex issue requiring a balance between human rights and fairness on the field of play,” “As the New Zealand Team, we have a strong culture of …. inclusion and respect for all”

cknw Monday, June 21, 2021 6:40:00 AM EAT

Kereyn Smith said ( about Team ) : “We acknowledge that gender identity in sport is a highly sensitive and complex issue requiring a balance between human rights and fairness on the field of play,” “As the New Zealand Team, we have a strong culture of …. inclusion and respect for all”

globalnews Monday, June 21, 2021 6:39:00 AM EAT

Kereyn Smith said : "We acknowledge that gender identity in sport is a highly sensitive and complex issue requiring a balance between human rights and fairness on the field of play,"

ibtimes Monday, June 21, 2021 6:04:00 AM EAT

Kereyn Smith said : "We acknowledge that gender identity in sport is a highly sensitive and complex issue requiring a balance between human rights and fairness on the field of play,"

afp-en Monday, June 21, 2021 5:33:00 AM EAT

Kereyn Smith said : “We acknowledge that gender identity in sport is a highly sensitive and complex issue requiring a balance between human rights and fairness on the field of play,”

ChinaPost Monday, June 21, 2021 4:47:00 AM EAT

Kereyn Smith said ( about Team ) : "We acknowledge that gender identity in sport is a highly sensitive and complex issue requiring a balance between human rights and fairness on the field of play," "As the New Zealand Team, we have a strong culture of .... inclusion and respect for all"

trust Monday, June 21, 2021 4:39:00 AM EAT

Kereyn Smith said : "We acknowledge that gender identity in sport is a highly sensitive and complex issue requiring a balance between human rights and fairness on the field of play,"

channelnewsasia Monday, June 21, 2021 3:51:00 AM EAT

Kereyn Smith says : "As well as being among the world’s best for her event, Laurel has met the International Weightlifing Federation eligibility criteria including those based on IOC Consensus Statement guidelines for transgender athletes,"

newshub Monday, June 21, 2021 2:12:00 AM EAT

Kereyn Smith said : "We acknowledge that gender identity in sport is a highly sensitive and complex issue requiring a balance between human rights and fairness on the field of play,"

afp-en Monday, June 21, 2021 1:51:00 AM EAT

Kereyn Smith said : "New Zealand is a proud cycling nation whether it be BMX, mountainbike, road or track, and we can't wait to cheer you on in just over a month's time,"

newshub Wednesday, June 16, 2021 10:46:00 PM EAT

Kereyn Smith added ( about Mahe Drysdale ) : "Mahe has created New Zealand history and inspired a generation with his standout Olympic performances," "He will be missed and we thank him for his amazing legacy"

channelnewsasia Thursday, June 10, 2021 8:17:00 AM EAT

Kereyn Smith added ( about Mahe Drysdale ) : “Mahe has created New Zealand history and inspired a generation with his standout Olympic performances,” “He will be missed and we thank him for his amazing legacy”

wsau Thursday, June 10, 2021 8:06:00 AM EAT

Kereyn Smith said : "Today's Olympic Games have more extreme, more urban and more youth focused events and the board travelling around New Zealand represents this," "This year, we really need the support of all New Zealanders and that's why this skateboard will be travelling the country as we ask Kiwis to get onboard"

trust Wednesday, April 14, 2021 3:23:00 PM EAT

Kereyn Smith said : "Today's Olympic Games have more extreme, more urban and more youth focused events and the board travelling around New Zealand represents this," "This year, we really need the support of all New Zealanders and that’s why this skateboard will be travelling the country as we ask Kiwis to get onboard"

ahram-EN Wednesday, April 14, 2021 2:11:00 PM EAT

Kereyn Smith said : "Today's Olympic Games have more extreme, more urban and more youth focused events and the board traveling around New Zealand represents this," "This year, we really need the support of all New Zealanders and that’s why this skateboard will be traveling the country as we ask Kiwis to get onboard"

japantoday Wednesday, April 14, 2021 10:33:00 AM EAT

Kereyn Smith said : "Today's Olympic Games have more extreme, more urban and more youth focused events and the board travelling around New Zealand represents this," "This year, we really need the support of all New Zealanders and that’s why this skateboard will be travelling the country as we ask Kiwis to get onboard"

channelnewsasia Wednesday, April 14, 2021 8:21:00 AM EAT

Kereyn Smith said : "Today's Olympic Games have more extreme, more urban and more youth focused events and the board travelling around New Zealand represents this," "This year, we really need the support of all New Zealanders and that’s why this skateboard will be travelling the country as we ask Kiwis to get onboard"

wsau Wednesday, April 14, 2021 7:40:00 AM EAT

Kereyn Smith says : "There are quite a number from overseas in sports like football, golf and tennis, but some of those events continue to go on," "Arguably, some of the overseas athletes coming into Tokyo will be better prepared for the environment and conditions expected of them than athletes from New Zealand"

newshub Wednesday, April 14, 2021 3:22:00 AM EAT

Kereyn Smith says : "We're going until we're not going,"

newshub Wednesday, April 14, 2021 3:22:00 AM EAT

Kereyn Smith says : "We're working really hard to quantify what measures we need to take,"

newshub Wednesday, April 14, 2021 3:22:00 AM EAT

Kereyn Smith says : "We're all part of the global Olympic family and not having our friends and families with us will impact us all – whether we're representing New Zealand or any one of the world's 206 Olympic nations,"

prnewswire Wednesday, March 24, 2021 6:55:00 PM EAT

Kereyn Smith said : "There's a lot of people who have to consider their position," "Can it fit into their life? Do they feel safe? Are their family comfortable that they should be doing that?... It's a big, big commitment"

wsau Wednesday, January 27, 2021 9:59:00 AM EAT

Kereyn Smith said : "There's a lot of people who have to consider their position," "Can it fit into their life? Do they feel safe? Are their family comfortable that they should be doing that?... It's a big, big commitment"

japantoday Wednesday, January 27, 2021 7:15:00 AM EAT

Kereyn Smith tells : "We know that the Japanese people, at this point in time, are feeling anxious about the Games,"

newshub Tuesday, January 26, 2021 12:13:00 AM EAT

Kereyn Smith says : "We have opened a conversation around our timing and what can be expected, and that's where it is sitting right now,"

newshub Friday, January 22, 2021 10:01:00 AM EAT

Kereyn Smith admits : "At this point in time, those things are all fluid,"

newshub Friday, January 22, 2021 10:01:00 AM EAT

Kereyn Smith says : "The IOC and Tokyo Olympics Committee are committed to their delivery of the games in July 2021, as there is no plan b"

newshub Friday, January 22, 2021 3:57:00 AM EAT

Kereyn Smith tells : "Post-postponement there were real question marks if this would happen again, but now we're seeing evidence and planning emerging from the IOC and Tokyo 2020,"

newshub Wednesday, September 30, 2020 9:49:00 AM EAT

Kereyn Smith says : "There'll be a lot of changes - potentially quarantine at both ends. The village might not open until later on,"

newshub Wednesday, September 30, 2020 9:49:00 AM EAT

Kereyn Smith adds : "Lots of factors to be considered," "The heat in Tokyo, we're mindful of that. So we're thinking we might need to make plans around alternative training and quarantine type facilities"

newshub Wednesday, September 30, 2020 9:49:00 AM EAT

Kereyn Smith added : “Our athletes have reacted extremely well to the postponement of the Games and having a date to work towards will allow them to carry out the meticulous planning and the training required for an Olympic Games performance,”

premiumtimesng Saturday, March 28, 2020 9:43:00 PM EAT

Kereyn Smith said : "It's going to be quite a traumatic change for most of our athletes," "Certainly we want to make sure the support is there to help them if they need it"

newshub Saturday, March 28, 2020 10:04:00 AM EAT

Kereyn Smith said ( about Team ) : "This is fantastic news for our New Zealand Team athletes,"

newshub Saturday, March 28, 2020 12:24:00 AM EAT

Kereyn Smith added : "It is an enormous challenge to reschedule the Olympic Games," "The task is monumental but it's great to see details coming to life and we are already looking forward to being in Tokyo in 2021"

newshub Saturday, March 28, 2020 12:24:00 AM EAT

Kereyn Smith told : "We've got to work through what's the status of selected athletes, and the status of qualifying events relative to a moved Games,"

Stuff Wednesday, March 25, 2020 8:13:00 PM EAT

Kereyn Smith said : "We hadn't withdrawn and from our point of view there were a number of steps to work through… at the same time we knew the IOC were actively seeking a postponement and discussions were going on. And we wanted to make sure the athletes' voices were heard in that process,"

Stuff Wednesday, March 25, 2020 8:13:00 PM EAT

Kereyn Smith said : "It's a very difficult thing if you're peaking for this July-August window and then you have to do it again. "

Stuff Wednesday, March 25, 2020 8:13:00 PM EAT

Kereyn Smith said : "Our focus is first and foremost the athletes. It has been important to us to give them the opportunity to talk to us. We value their resilience and flexibility and we know working through the changes won't be easy,"

business-standard Tuesday, March 24, 2020 5:40:00 PM EAT

Kereyn Smith said : "Our focus is first and foremost the athletes. We value their resilience and flexibility and we know working through the changes won't be easy,"

dnaindia Tuesday, March 24, 2020 1:09:00 PM EAT

Kereyn Smith said : "Our focus is first and foremost the athletes. We value their resilience and flexibility and we know working through the changes won't be easy,"

irishsun Tuesday, March 24, 2020 12:31:00 PM EAT

Kereyn Smith said : "Our focus is first and foremost the athletes. We value their resilience and flexibility and we know working through the changes won't be easy,"

business-standard Tuesday, March 24, 2020 11:20:00 AM EAT

Kereyn Smith said : "This morning, we had a reaffirmation from the IOC that they are absolutely committed to the Olympics starting in July, as scheduled, in 140-odd days,"

newshub Tuesday, March 3, 2020 11:38:00 PM EAT

Kereyn Smith said : "Our really important concentration is around making sure the athletes keep going,"

newshub Tuesday, March 3, 2020 11:38:00 PM EAT

Kereyn Smith said : "Well done to the Silver Ferns who are deserved winners of the Lonsdale Cup,"

newshub Thursday, December 5, 2019 10:05:00 PM EAT