The poppy Matt Duffie wore proudly on his sleeve for the first time yesterday is also a source of happy memories for the Kiwis debutant.

Melbourne winger Matthew Duffie and Brisbane fullback Gerard Beale are the two newcomers named tonight in the Kiwis' 19-man squad.

Roy Asotasi has put his hand up and has been one of the form players.

There is always conjecture on whether coaches are born or made, but Stephen Kearney seemed destined to lead.

A high-profile star should know better than to get into this position.

Earthquake-ravaged Christchurch has lost out on hosting the Anzac rugby league test between New Zealand and Australia.

They did it in style - dramatic, jump out of your seat, punch the air and spill your beer and peanuts all over the couch style.

With two minutes remaining, 90 metres and five tackles separated the Kiwis from Four Nations victory. Enter Benji Marshall.

Controversy over what was New Zealand's top sporting moment for 2010 should be put to be bed when the matter is decided by public vote - a first for the Westpac Halberg Awards.

New Zealand Test captain Benji Marshall has capped a standout season by taking out the prestigious Rugby League Golden Boot Award.

Wayne Scurrah has put his "nuts on the line" by deciding to take the Warriors' opening match next season to Eden Park.

The Kiwis believe they have a long way to go before they are truly Australia's equal.

The Aussie league media has labelled Benji Marshall the best in the game. Read what else they had to say about the Kiwis' mighty.

The Kiwis won't win the team of the year Halberg. They probably won't even be nominated. But really, who cares?