Former Wallaby to play club rugby for Shannon
It means a lot for Leroy Houston to don the Shannon maroon again.
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David Pilkington disputes that the unions' proposal differs slightly from the findings.
Richie McCaw speaks for first time on rugby's civil war
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The staggering cost of South Canterbury's Ranfurly Shield challenge
It would have been the third successive challenge for South Canterbury.
'Absolute split': Sir John Kirwan fears for state of rugby over governance threat
'Some of these chairmen, they’re just holding the game a wee bit to ransom.'
Professional players threaten split from NZ Rugby over governance structure
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Team decide not to challenge for Ranfurly Shield, citing cost
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Penney’s pride as Crusaders’ dynasty all but toppled, finals unlikely
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Editorial: Science on head clashes will change our sports forever
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Tapuae's perfect inaugural Premier season continues
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Editorial: Why pro sport needs more afternoon kickoffs
Editorial: Blues captain champions more daytime matches for rugby's future.
Phil Gifford: Eden Park thriller preview of final
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Paul Lewis: World Rugby's law changes too timid to be good
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Taradale unbeaten victors in Nash Cup thrashing
The battle for the Nash Cup is over after a stunning Taradale victory.
'Couldn't hear ourselves speak': The real winner after Blues' big win
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A game on edge: Can rugby save itself from self-destruction?
Rugby icons have expressed fears of financial ruin and irrelevance. What's the fuss about?
'Too many': NZ Rugby hints at cutting number of pro teams
NZ Rugby could be on the verge of major change as the financial reality begins to bite.
Revolving door at top of East Coast club rugby table
TVC are the new leaders after their hard-fought win over Hikurangi.
Silverstream next for Gisborne in First XV Festival
There's a feast of secondary school rugby on offer at the Rectory on Saturday.
NZR board would be forced to reapply under governance proposal
NZR's governance structure will be voted on at a special general meeting this month.
The simple change to help Super Rugby compete with NRL
OPINION: Super Rugby Pacific meekly hands Sundays to the NRL.
First XV wrap: Botany Downs making their mark in 1A debut campaign
The school only opened in 2004 but are now in the big time. And the Grammar derby looms.
Whanganui rugby: Kaierau and Marton pick up wins
The new-look Marton side are now third on the ladder.
Whanganui rugby: Border almost toppled by Marist
'Marist gave us a really good wake-up call and we needed it.'
MAC have their day in the sun, Nash Cup now Taradale's to lose
MAC put on a clinic in Flaxmere against the struggling Aotea.
From teams to tactics: Your First XV 2024 season handbook
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NZR sets date for special general meeting to decide governance structure
The end of May will hopefully see a resolution to the ongoing conflict.
'Quite disappointing': Heartland rugby boss calls for governance battle to end
There is a push for any new national board to look after the game at a grassroots level.
'Zest for life': Family's tribute to rugby player who died after head knock
Cory Heather died after suffering a head knock during a match in Beachlands on Saturday.
Editorial: Tragic rugby death throws spotlight on safety in sports
OPINION: Cory Heather's fatal injury highlights the importance of player safety.
Massive response to appeal for family of rugby player who died after head knock
It is understood the man's partner and his children were watching the match.