The unofficial NZ rugby awards for 2022
The awards that really tell the story of rugby in Aotearoa this year.
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About Dame time: NZ Rugby names first female chair
NZ Rugby has named its first female chair as Stewart Mitchell steps down.
Liam Napier: How international coaching turmoil could affect the All Blacks
Two head coaching axings could impose major implications on NZR and the All Blacks.
Gregor Paul: What rugby needs to learn from the Fifa World Cup
The tectonic plates have shifted in football, but in rugby they remain rock solid.
Revealed: NZ's rugby sevens event to be scrapped after 23 years
The final whistle is about to be blown on the New Zealand leg of the Sevens World Series.
All Blacks rookie set for move to France - report
Out of favour All Black is reportedly set for a move to France in the coming weeks.
Phil Gifford: A rugby wish list for 2023
OPINION: Dump the rolling maul, speed up scrums and let the World Cup be won by tries.
Gregor Paul: Super Rugby’s fight to survive didn’t end last week, it just began
Opinion: Contractual certainty shouldn’t be misinterpreted as viability
Phil Gifford: Eight lasting rugby memories from 2022
OPINION: The year in rugby belonged to the wāhine.
Gregor Paul: How Black Ferns challenged World Cup wisdom
OPINION: The Ferns are not the exception proving the rule.
‘Part of our legacy’: The Keith Murdoch affair 50 years on
The All Blacks legend's case is one that has grown a life of its own.
Super Rugby Pacific's future confirmed after turbulent few months
The future of Super Rugby Pacific has been secured until 2030.
Black Ferns triumph shows the way to heal our social divisions
The Black Ferns showed us how to be united again. Where else can we find common ground?
Gregor Paul: It’s time for change - the All Blacks have lost their way
The top five columns of the year from Gregor Paul.
Phil Gifford: Who should really be accountable for slumping All Blacks
The top five columns of the year from Phil Gifford.
Liam Napier: Why Team New Zealand no longer have my support
The top five columns of the year from Liam Napier.
Chris Rattue: 13 reasons why time is up for Ian Foster
The top five columns of the year from Chris Rattue.
Steve Hansen reveals 2019 World Cup selection regret
Ben Smith forced former All Blacks coach Steve Hansen into a rare admission
World Rugby defends Aussie star playing while concussed
World Rugby says the independent match day doctor didn't see him stumble.
Revealed: Aussies’ u-turn - what the Super Rugby Pacific future looks like
The agreement between the two associations brings to an end a prolonged period of tension.
Perth comp chance to talk rugby tournament hosting
Napier bid possible for rugby tournament worth multi-millions to economy.
Former Black Fern joins NZR as Head of Women’s High Performance
'We have a huge opportunity to grow', Hannah Porter says.
Chris Rattue: The guaranteed way to improve the All Blacks (or England)
Chris Rattue runs through the sporting winners and losers from across the weekend.
Phil Gifford: Evaluating international coaches and the amazing master of illusion
OPINION: What did the last round of tests do for the fortunes of other coaches?
Boks do what All Blacks couldn't at Twickenham
The 14-man Springboks ended the season with a 27-13 win at Twickenham.
Opinion: The fitting finish to the All Blacks season
OPINION: England clash encapsulated the All Blacks’ up-and-down season.
'Woke madness': World Cup bans Crusader costumes
The action casts yet another spotlight on Christchurch's Crusaders rugby franchise.
Three arrests after Toa Samoa celebrations shut down Ōtara town centre
Large numbers of fans gathered in Ōtara last night.
Phil Gifford: What it was really like before All Blacks’ three World Cup wins
OPINION: There's been a trend of the mood of the rugby nation being far from sunny.
Gregor Paul: Reasons for optimism - why the All Blacks can win the World Cup
OPINION: There should be more optimism about 2023 for the All Blacks.
Blues legend to coach women's team
Carlos Spencer is joining the franchise as an assistant coach for the women’s side.
Gregor Paul: The World Rugby ‘lottery’ killing the international game
It wasn’t just the score that was tied at Twickenham in the All Blacks’ last game of 2022.
The Blue Wall - Episode 5
Willie settles into his role as team captain and finds a good use for Sefo’s leadership qualities. Video / Anthony Costello
The Blue Wall - Episode 1
Meet the boys of the Tangaroa College First XV and the coach that turned the team from a struggling side to 1A contenders. Video / Anthony Costello