British media have published guides to the notable wives and girlfriends (Wags) - dubbed the "scrummies" - who could be hitting our shores for the tournament.

The selectors have made their choices. Now Scott Kara looks at how the TV sides stack up.

The whole world's coming to New Zealand, and - if possible - me and my mates plan on having a drink with every single one of them.

World Cup photos poured in from around NZ as Kiwis celebrated the opening ceremony. Check them out.

Taxi companies are anticipating a busy night when the Rugby World Cup kicks off, but promise there won't be any price gouging.

New Zealand's biggest meat company expects the incoming horde of carnivorous rugby fans to sink their teeth into an extra 70,000 of its sheep, cattle and deer during the World Cup.

Police chiefs have promised enough staff to cope with 'business as usual' despite 400 officers patrolling Eden Park and Auckland's fan zone on game days.