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Rugby: McAlister wants early release
Luke McAlister may have played his last game for North Harbour.
All Blacks: World Cup rules may influence squad choices
The All Blacks selectors are set to adopt a 'horses for courses' approach when they name their squad for the Tri-Nations on Sunday.
Rugby: Chiefs sign Smith as assistant coach
Wayne Smith, longtime member of the All Black setup, has signed on as an assistant coach for the Chiefs.
Dylan Cleaver: Foster in AB frame
With his time at the Chiefs running out, an All Black role is an intriguing possibility for Ian Foster.
Dylan Cleaver: Hype up the drama, sell the rights
Rugby could rival NBA's global turn-on, pumping our own 'state of origin' on a big sports network, writes Dylan Cleaver.
Special Olympian gets special All Blacks gift
The country's top rugby team has come to the rescue after a Special Olympian's prized All Blacks shirt was stolen while he was training.
Chris Rattue: Lively debate stirs interest in any sport
What a good week for New Zealand rugby, if you can ignore three-fifths of the New Zealand Super 15 sides.
For kids, rugby's all about having fun, being with mates
The Rugby Union's general manager of community rugby, a former All Black, explains why officials try to level the playing field for the youngsters.
Rugby: Chiefs in hunt for SBW
Super 15 franchises are wanting to gamble on big names for next season.
Rugby: One-man wind of change at the Hurricanes
Nonu and Hore have gone, but only a brave punter would bet on that being the last of the blood-letting at the Hurricanes.