Enjoying the sweeping views over the redeveloped Eden Park from the the new South Stand, it's easy to feel a little weak at the knees.

We look at how NZ is shaping up to host the best 20 rugby teams in the world in the biggest ever sporting event to hit this country.

Tickets to some Canterbury matches for next year's Rugby World Cup have been set aside for those affected by Saturday's earthquake.

Manukau's singing, rapping mayor, Len Brown, wants to take on the national anthem at Eden Park during the Rugby World Cup.

Peter Bills writes that New Zealand's decision not to lavish ludicrous sums on new stadiums and back-up facilities for the big event is the wisest path.

Global internet sharks are turning their sights on Auckland and next year's Rugby World Cup.

Eden Park's new business plan may not work, and poses a significant risk to Auckland ratepayers, says a confidential report.

Rugby World Cup sponsor Emirates is ramping up preparations for the big tournament.

Eden Park is almost through its multi-million-dollar facelift - but it already needs a brighter complexion.

As MPs and the Auckland Regional Couincil butt heads over plans for "party central" on the city's Queens Wharf, John Key says he wants constructive discussions.

The $32m Viaduct Events Centre under construction is being put forward as an alternative "party central" for the RWC.