RugbyCollins' aunt learnt of tragedy via TVThe aunty of former All Black Jerry Collins says she learnt of her nephew's tragic death through a news bulletin on the television.09 Jun 12:04 AM
OpinionJustin Marshall: Robbie Deans has success written all over himWatching Robbie Deans lead the Barbarians to a good win over a strong Ireland side made me think - we could do much worse than getting him back into New Zealand's coaching system.31 May 05:00 PM
OpinionPatrick McKendryPatrick McKendry: What's good for the NZR goose...Steve Tew has a difficult job keeping NZ's best rugby talent on these shores, but the double standards are obvious, writes Patrick McKendry.20 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandTroubled Guildford opts for homePlaying rugby in France was "too testing" for former All Black Zac Guildford, who is returning to NZ just halfway through a four-year contract.06 May 05:00 PM
All BlacksCommonsense approach to Rio selectionAmid prophecies of doom, the factor complicating everything is the Olympics and the unknown impact it will have on AB's and Super Rugby selection.18 Apr 05:00 PM
All BlacksNZ Rugby competes to keep Slade at homeColin Slade is off contract at the end of this year and has been described as a high-priority retention.08 Apr 05:00 PM
BDBDBusinessNZ Rugby profits take hit as costs jumpNew Zealand Rugby's annual profit dropped about 86 per cent as the national sports administrator's costs grew faster than its income.08 Apr 05:00 PM
NPCSchoolboy rugby scores TV channelMove confirms schoolboy rugby has surpassed ITM Cup in size and importance and is where the Auckland Rugby Union will target much of its future investment.31 Mar 04:00 PM
RugbyRugby: U20s squad full of Super talentTevita Li will look to relaunch his stagnating Super Rugby career from the team for which he showed all his dangerous wares in 2014.31 Mar 04:00 PM
All BlacksPiutau set to leave NZCharles Piutau is a player the All Blacks definitely didn't want to lose. But it is understood he has been offered and has already signed a deal in Europe.31 Mar 08:34 AM
All BlacksAnswers sought on breakdown messAn international group involving All Black coach Steve Hansen initially, then Dave Rennie once his Chiefs work is done, will collect and trial ideas about changes to the complex laws.30 Mar 04:00 PM
OpinionChris RattueChris Rattue: Time for NZRU to take off the glovesSBWs' latest concussion problem shows just how unprofessional and irresponsible NZ rugby has been by rubber stamping his boxing career, writes Chris Rattue.18 Mar 04:00 PM
RugbyRugby: NZRU to lend a hand in attempt to fix AucklandAuckland's ambition to be a powerhouse of the world game is a long way from being fulfilled.14 Mar 04:00 PM
All BlacksSmith back in black as defence specialistWayne Smith, confirmed as an assistant to Steve Hansen for next year's World Cup, says he never thought he would coach the All Blacks again following their triumph in 2011.21 Dec 04:00 PM
OpinionChris RattueChris Rattue: Country's big smoke blows for sport fansAuckland City's roll through Morocco is uplifting on one hand, and a depressing reminder on the other.17 Dec 04:00 PM
Rugby World CupAll Blacks stick with Hansen after cupSteve Hansen, the first All Blacks coach to be appointed beyond a World Cup, hopes he has set a trend.16 Dec 04:00 PM
OpinionWynne GrayWynne Gray: Ban tough on Ben, but the message must get throughFive weeks for pushing referee Glenn Jackson - I guess that's about a week for every metre Ben Tameifuna sent him sprawling.05 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandFireworks victims get helpRugby officials say they are committed to "making good" with the three victims of a fireworks malfunction that fired shrapnel into the stands at Eden Park a week ago, but the cause is not likely to be revealed for a number of weeks.29 Aug 05:00 PM
OpinionWynne GrayWynne Gray: Curtain-raisers certain crowd pleasersWynne Gray writes: What sort of bang do you want for your buck when you go to Eden Park or any other test in New Zealand?25 Aug 05:00 PM
All BlacksRugby: Williams put on fast trackNew Zealand Rugby yesterday confirmed that Sonny Bill Williams will be given a special exemption to fast-track his way into the All Blacks' end-of-year tour.25 Aug 05:00 PM
All BlacksA few fibs on a fine night for AB greatsTen former players and one former journalist inducted into IRB’s Hall of Fame.22 Aug 05:00 PM
Rugby World CupWeepu's farewell to NZ rugbyAll Blacks' halfback Piri Weepu has farewelled New Zealand rugby with a special shout out to his fans, as he looks to end his glittering career with English club London Welsh.06 Aug 04:16 AM
OpinionHerald on Sunday editorial: All Blacks' Apia game a benefit both waysWhen Brazil saw its football team go to pieces before their eyes this week, there must have been many rugby fans in NZ thinking, could it happen to us?12 Jul 05:00 PM
OpinionWarren Alcock: Pride and passion driving force for HobbsWhile New Zealand fans were still recovering from the 1995 Rugby World Cup.14 Jun 05:00 PM
OpinionPaul ThomasPaul Thomas: Morally indignant dig deep to shame NZRUPaul Thomas asks: Isn't it about time New Zealand rugby stopped believing its own PR and faced the ugly truth?06 Jun 11:14 PM
Super RugbyRugby: Island players fear being left maroonedSamoa, Fiji, Tonga and the Cook Islands are on the hunt for players and are putting pressure on those eligible for the Island nations.10 May 05:00 PM
Super RugbyChiefs fight not Toulouse BenBig Ben Tameifuna has a big decision to make — stay with the Chiefs or sign with Toulouse and most likely commit to playing for Tonga at next year’s World Cup.10 May 05:00 PM
OpinionAndrew AldersonAndrew Alderson: Thank you, but no thank youThe New Zealand Rugby Union's refusal to play tests in the Pacific Islands remains a shame on the national game.04 May 03:07 AM
Rugby World CupAll Blacks took sleeping pills during RWCThe NZRU has confirmed that All Blacks Cory Jane and Israel Dagg took sleeping pills while they were out drinking ahead of the Rugby World Cup quarter final.20 Mar 06:24 AM
OpinionWynne GrayWynne Gray: NZRU poorer without Lomu's influenceShameful chapters in New Zealand rugby have reduced but the NZRU's inability to unite with Jonah Lomu remains one of their neglectful episodes.05 Nov 04:30 PM
RugbyRugby: Foreign aid or handing over secretsSouth Africa appear to be the clear and present danger but there is a more basic threat nearer to home that has potential to bite New Zealand rugby harder.14 Sep 05:30 PM
New ZealandPolice look at CCTV footage in rape claimSecurity footage from local bars is being reviewed today as police investigate rape allegations made against members of the South Canterbury rugby team.11 Sep 03:23 AM
New ZealandNZRU concerned by team's rape claimThe NZRU responds to allegations of rape leveled at members of the South Canterbury rugby team.11 Sep 12:00 AM
