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![New Zealand's best First XV rugby venues](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_p.png?d=793)
New Zealand's best First XV rugby venues
What makes a good First XV rugby venue? We rank the best ones.
![Winners and Losers: All Blacks' positional oddities are head-scratching](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_p.png?d=793)
Winners and Losers: All Blacks' positional oddities are head-scratching
Take note elsewhere – the All Blacks' amazing halfback stocks are a blueprint to success.
![First XV wrap: Pukekohe High topple Wesley College](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
First XV wrap: Pukekohe High topple Wesley College
There have been some power shifts in the Counties Manukau First XV landscape.
![Phil Gifford: Midfield maestros give Razor plenty to ponder for Rugby Championship](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Phil Gifford: Midfield maestros give Razor plenty to ponder for Rugby Championship
OPINION: Anton Lienert-Brown and Billy Proctor's efforts against Fiji won't go unnoticed.
![Power-ranking: Unveiling the best (and worst) Olympic sports](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Power-ranking: Unveiling the best (and worst) Olympic sports
Ahead of the Paris Olympics, we correctly rank 35 sports at the 33rd Games.
![Gregor Paul: Why All Blacks can't afford to move Will Jordan to fullback](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Gregor Paul: Why All Blacks can't afford to move Will Jordan to fullback
OPINION: There are specific personnel changes that seem necessary for the All Blacks.
![Sydney struggles: Inside New Zealand's worst Olympic Games](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Sydney struggles: Inside New Zealand's worst Olympic Games
After the sky high expectations of a 'home' Olympics, the tally of four medals stung.
![Who is Noah Hotham, and is he the All Blacks' future top No 9?](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Who is Noah Hotham, and is he the All Blacks' future top No 9?
The 21-year-old earned his first test cap against Fiji – but it won't be his last.
![Alice Soper: Money for medals approach to Olympic selection must change](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Alice Soper: Money for medals approach to Olympic selection must change
OPINION: The outcome we have seen is that what you water, grows.
![The youngsters who Razor should retain](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
The youngsters who Razor should retain
Opinion: A few All Blacks debutants raised their hand high to coach Scott Robertson.
![Gregor Paul: The most impressive aspect of All Blacks romp](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Gregor Paul: The most impressive aspect of All Blacks romp
Opinion: The All Blacks showed a part of their game that they can build everything around.
![Editorial: Ioane under microscope and what it means for All Blacks' future](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Editorial: Ioane under microscope and what it means for All Blacks' future
EDITORIAL: Billy Proctor's rise could spell the end for Rieko Ioane's reign at centre
![The golden girl and her special boats - an Olympic dream saved by 'millimetres'](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
The golden girl and her special boats - an Olympic dream saved by 'millimetres'
Emma Twigg has planned for years to storm the Olympics in a boat designed close to home.
![Gregor Paul: NFL approach better investment for NZR than San Diego](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Gregor Paul: NFL approach better investment for NZR than San Diego
OPINION: If this sounds fanciful, it shouldn’t because it’s already just about happening.
![All Blacks legend: How to fix the lineout woes](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
All Blacks legend: How to fix the lineout woes
Keven Mealamu doesn't feel endless drills are necessary.
![Chris Rattue’s Watchlist: Doco reminds me of what the Olympics used to mean](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Chris Rattue’s Watchlist: Doco reminds me of what the Olympics used to mean
OPINION: An iconic golf hole and the best sports documentary I've seen for a while.
![NFL Academy recruitment camp in Auckland: A game-changer for young athletes](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
NFL Academy recruitment camp in Auckland: A game-changer for young athletes
The NFL's global expansion strategy has made its way to Auckland.
![Gregor Paul: Proctor's All Blacks debut the wake-up call Rieko Ioane needs](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Gregor Paul: Proctor's All Blacks debut the wake-up call Rieko Ioane needs
OPINION: Ioane's position as first-choice All Blacks centre has largely been unchallenged.
![History’s most brutal Olympic doping scandal – and the women who paid the price](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
History’s most brutal Olympic doping scandal – and the women who paid the price
Times: Thousands of elite athletes were fed 'special vitamins' that cost many their lives.
![Sports Insider: NZ Cricket's daft idea will send Eden Park's rebuild costs soaring](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Sports Insider: NZ Cricket's daft idea will send Eden Park's rebuild costs soaring
OPINION: Cricket is looking after itself while concealing the added costs from public.
![Paul Lewis: All Blacks' style is flawed without a Plan B](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Paul Lewis: All Blacks' style is flawed without a Plan B
OPINION: The All Blacks need to be able to change strategy when it matters most.
![Gregor Paul: Chasing the US dollar spells bad news for Kiwi All Blacks fans](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Gregor Paul: Chasing the US dollar spells bad news for Kiwi All Blacks fans
OPINION: NZ Rugby's maximising commercial opportunities will hurt its core fanbase.
![More than a token female: Inside the mind of Black Foils strategist Liv Mackay](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
More than a token female: Inside the mind of Black Foils strategist Liv Mackay
From growing up on a farm in Tūtira, Mackay helped the Black Foils to five event titles.
![First XV rugby wrap: Why Dilworth had points taken away from historic win](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
First XV rugby wrap: Why Dilworth had points taken away from historic win
It is the most controversial incident in Auckland 1A First XV rugby so far this season.
![Chris Rattue: The main concern from All Blacks' series win](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Chris Rattue: The main concern from All Blacks' series win
OPINION: Beauden Barrett saved Scott Robertson – but for how long?
![Phil Gifford: Awful lineout main issue for All Blacks](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Phil Gifford: Awful lineout main issue for All Blacks
OPINION: The All Blacks’ efforts on their own throw in the first half bordered on farce.
![The trap All Blacks must avoid after nervy start to Robertson era – Gregor Paul](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
The trap All Blacks must avoid after nervy start to Robertson era – Gregor Paul
The class of 2024 have so far been made to work for their two wins in two tests.
![For tennis’ greatest winners, the slimmest margin makes all the difference](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
For tennis’ greatest winners, the slimmest margin makes all the difference
Tennis champions are defined not by the titles they win but by the points they lose.
![Alice Soper: We can't miss the chance to find next sevens stars](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Alice Soper: We can't miss the chance to find next sevens stars
OPINION: Sevens needs a place for those that want to play it beyond high school.
![The Euros final: Why Kiwis should support Gareth Southgate’s men](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
The Euros final: Why Kiwis should support Gareth Southgate’s men
A New Zealander in London confesses: How I learned to love England's football team.
!['Nothing special': Humble Barrett plays down game-breaking display against England](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
'Nothing special': Humble Barrett plays down game-breaking display against England
For the second week in a row, the 33-year-old impressed off the bench.
!['Really proud of the effort': Robertson reflects on first series as All Blacks coach](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
'Really proud of the effort': Robertson reflects on first series as All Blacks coach
'There’s no bonus points. It’s getting results and finding a way.'
![Gregor Paul: Resilient ABs need more than Beauden Barrett](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Gregor Paul: Resilient ABs need more than Beauden Barrett
OPINION: This All Blacks side again showed themselves to be an old-school fighter.
![How Henry Slade cranked England’s extreme defence up another notch](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
How Henry Slade cranked England’s extreme defence up another notch
The centre's transformation powers England's defence strategy.
![Breakthrough in NZ Rugby governance standoff, stakeholders agree to collaborate](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Breakthrough in NZ Rugby governance standoff, stakeholders agree to collaborate
NZ Rugby's annual general meeting on Friday saw steps towards resolution.
![Liam Napier: How the All Blacks stay unbeaten and build momentum](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Liam Napier: How the All Blacks stay unbeaten and build momentum
OPINION: England's rush defence challenged the All Blacks; new tactics planned to adapt.
![Phil Gifford: The impossible dream rule change for rugby](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Phil Gifford: The impossible dream rule change for rugby
OPINION: Dealing with England’s suffocating rush defence will again be a factor.
![Chris Rattue: Has the Kiwi love of hating English rugby gone?](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Chris Rattue: Has the Kiwi love of hating English rugby gone?
Where's the fear? This England rugby team is slipping under the radar.
![Gregor Paul: The key teachings the All Blacks must learn from the Blues](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Gregor Paul: The key teachings the All Blacks must learn from the Blues
OPINION: The All Blacks must make use of the Super Rugby champions' example.
![Alex Powell: 7 players NZ Cricket should turn to as Black Caps rebuild begins](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Alex Powell: 7 players NZ Cricket should turn to as Black Caps rebuild begins
OPINION: NZ Cricket has missed a golden opportunity to invest in the next generation.
![Football's coming home? A dummy's guide to England's crowd chant](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Football's coming home? A dummy's guide to England's crowd chant
Wondering what 'Football's coming home' means? Here's an explanation.
![Sports Insider: The secret South Island NRL bid that no one wants to talk about](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Sports Insider: The secret South Island NRL bid that no one wants to talk about
OPINION: A hidden consortium of millionaires is looking to steal the spotlight.
![Paul Lewis: Why the All Blacks should keep Barrett on the bench](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Paul Lewis: Why the All Blacks should keep Barrett on the bench
OPINION: Why the All Blacks' old guard needs to step aside for new blood.
![Gregor Paul: Robertson's coaching era really begins at Eden Park](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Gregor Paul: Robertson's coaching era really begins at Eden Park
OPINION: Despite winning last week, the current regime should be under no illusions.
![Novak Djokovic was becoming the gentleman king of tennis. It didn’t last](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Novak Djokovic was becoming the gentleman king of tennis. It didn’t last
New York Times: Djokovic’s somewhat dormant authentic self erupted at Wimbledon.
![Editorial: All Blacks' Eden Park dominance in jeopardy as England seek revenge](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Editorial: All Blacks' Eden Park dominance in jeopardy as England seek revenge
OPINION: England's narrow miss sparks hope for visitors ahead of Auckland clash.
![First XV rugby wrap: St Peter’s benchmark win over Auckland Grammar](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
First XV rugby wrap: St Peter’s benchmark win over Auckland Grammar
It's a wonder third-placed St Peter's aren't even closer to the top of the table.