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Bono and his band-mates in U2 will return to Mt Smart Stadium next month for the band's Joshua Tree Tour. Photo / NZ Herald

NEW ZEALAND

Auckland's mega-buck summer: Events to pump $53 million into economy

20 Oct, 2019 5:00am
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Gigs from global superstars, Kiwi hit-makers and stage shows make Auckland colourful.

SPORT

Why the All Blacks are no longer favourites to make the final

19 Oct, 2019 5:00am
4 minutes to read

A match prediction model rates the Springboks as the most likely to make World Cup final.

Tokyo locals braving the rain on Friday, 24 hours before Typhoon Hagibis will make its full impact felt. Photo / Mark Mitchell

NEW ZEALAND

Rugby World Cup hosts brace for destructive typhoon

12 Oct, 2019 8:28am
4 minutes to read

Safety warnings are being issued to rugby fans as Typhoon Hagibis bears down on Japan.

Mike Budd, left to right, with his son's Dean and Lloyd, Dean's late step-father Peter, and Dean's mother Jan in 2018. Photo / Supplied

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Italy's Dean Budd blooms after painful All Black setback

12 Oct, 2019 5:00am
6 minutes to read

Dean Budd's journey to Rugby World Cup hero follows New Zealand rugby snub.

Gutted All Blacks gather after losing the 1995 Rugby World Cup final to the Springboks after illness had gone through the group in the build-up to the clash. New Zealand Herald photograph

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'Suzie' scandal: Boks captain breaks silence on ABs World Cup 'poisoning'

6 Oct, 2019 10:00am
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Francois Pienaar discusses claims the All Blacks were deliberately poisoned at '95 Cup.

A pre-Rugby World Cup study carried out by Forsyth Barr has backed the All Blacks for tournament victory, but dominance won't be as great as past two events. Photo / Mark Mitchell

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Study: ABs favourites, but dominance fading

6 Oct, 2019 5:00am
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Major study backs All Blacks for win - but dominance not as great at 2011 and 2015

All Black fans soaking up the atmosphere at the Rugby World Cup in Japan. New Zealand Herald photograph / Mark Mitchell

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'Chinks in our armour': Sir Graham Henry's All Blacks warning

5 Oct, 2019 11:21am
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Sir Graham Henry says ABs right to be confident, but warns of problems ahead for NZ rugby.

Eugene Jantjies is representing Namibia at his fourth Rugby World Cup, but says the financial pressures on players are tough. Photo / Getty Images

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Namibia players take annual leave to take on All Blacks

5 Oct, 2019 5:00am
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Namibia players have had to take annual leave to get to the Rugby World Cup.

Canada's players acknowledge the crowd after their loss to Italy during the Rugby World Cup Pool B match. Photo / AP

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Millionaires v minnows: All Blacks' humble opponents include DJ, student

29 Sep, 2019 11:46am
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The All Blacks' next opponents include a cheese maker and recruitment agency boss.

Canadian team manager Alana Gattinger at Oita Stadium, the venue of Wednesday's Rugby World Cup clash against the All Blacks. Photo / Getty Images

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Canada win gender battle before All Blacks clash

29 Sep, 2019 5:00am

Canada has made history by having a female manager at the Rugby World Cup.

New South Wales Government officials have offered a AU$350,000 reward for information leading to the conviction of a hit-and-run driver who killed Kiwi pilot Ian Pullen. Photo / Supplied

NEW ZEALAND

Slain Kiwi: $350,000 reward over hit-and-run death in Australia

28 Sep, 2019 8:11am
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A $350,000 reward has been posted to find Kiwi hit and run victim's killer

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Numbers are in: Data backs All Blacks for RWC win

28 Sep, 2019 5:00am
4 minutes to read

A reliable prediction model has backed the All Blacks for third successive World Cup win.

The All Blacks wave to the crowd following their Rugby World Cup Pool B game at International Stadium between New Zealand and South Africa in Yokohama. Photo / AP

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A Bok-busting start to our Cup campaign

22 Sep, 2019 5:00am
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Fans rejoice as All Blacks win first pool match against South Africa.

Fans get ready in Japan.Photo / Mark Mitchell

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RWC players warned: Don't use your phones

22 Sep, 2019 5:00am
4 minutes to read

Rugby World Cup players - including the ABs - banned from phone use ahead of matches.

Streaming rugby fans are making sure they are ready for a big night of action as the All Blacks prepare to take on the All Blacks. Photo / Hannah Peters

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Rugby World Cup streaming: 10,000 fans ask for help

21 Sep, 2019 7:37pm
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Ten thousand footy fans have today sought help over Rugby World Cup streaming.

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Revealed: All Blacks' recipe to handle World Cup pressure

15 Sep, 2019 5:00am
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Assistant coach Ian Foster reveals the All Blacks' plan to handle World Cup pressures.

The rare ahu parau costume - valued at $1.2 million - which is part of Te Papa's collection and was damaged in transit to Canberra. Photo / Supplied

NEW ZEALAND

Te Papa $1.2 million treasure damaged in transit

8 Sep, 2019 5:00am
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And it's not the only piece to be damaged in the past 18 months.

A banner promoting the All Blacks in downtown Kashiwa ahead of the side's training camp which begins on Monday. Photo / Supplied

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All Blacks prove to be big business at World Cup camp base

8 Sep, 2019 5:00am
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The All Blacks are big business in the Japanese city set to host their pre-World Cup camp.

Star All Blacks midfielder Sonny Bill Williams has an impressive 768,500 followers on social media platform Instagram. Photo / Mark Mitchell

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Ian Foster: Social media is a 'trap' for All Blacks

8 Sep, 2019 5:00am
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All Blacks assistant coach Ian Foster says social media is an "absolute trap".

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Veteran hooker Issac Luke a Warrior no more

7 Sep, 2019 9:15pm
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Issac Luke has confirmed he will not be at Mt Smart next season.

Family means everything to Ofa Tuungafasi. Illustration / Rod Emmerson

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All Black prop's amazing gift to parents

7 Sep, 2019 5:00am
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Powerhouse prop Ofa Tuungafasi opens up on family, heartbreak and the black jersey.

Ben Smith with daughter Annabelle after defeating the Wallabies in Dunedin in 2017. Photo / Getty Images

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Why some All Blacks stars won't take families to World Cup

1 Sep, 2019 5:00am
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Some All Blacks have opted to keep their families at home during the Rugby World Cup

All Blacks assistant coach Ian Foster, left, says the management team is comfortable with their plans to combat Japan's searing heat. Photo / Jason Oxenham

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All Blacks to cover up to avoid Rugby World Cup heatstroke

1 Sep, 2019 5:00am
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The All Blacks are confident they can tackle Japan's heat and humidity at the World Cup.

Speedway photographer John Sprague almost lost his life after being struck by an out of control stockcar at Waikaraka Park in early 2018. Photo / Supplied

NEW ZEALAND

Speedway crash investigator 'initially refused entry to track'

24 Aug, 2019 5:00am
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WorkSafe investigators were initially blocked from access after speedway crash.

Support for the personal use cannabis referendum has plummeted, with just 39 per cent of responders to a new survey saying they will vote yes. Photo / File

NEW ZEALAND

Cannabis poll: Support plummets for legal pot

17 Aug, 2019 5:00am
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Support for the personal use cannabis referendum has plummeted in a new survey.

Kiwi actor Will Hall, pictured with his niece Sophie, is on a mission to raise awareness for a device which helps Type 1 diabetes sufferers and also to raise money for sick Kiwi kids. Photo / Supplied

ENTERTAINMENT

Actor's marathon charity run goes international

12 Aug, 2019 5:00am
4 minutes to read

Will Hall's marathon mission for charity is set to take him to New Caledonia.

Former All Black star Duncan Robertson has revealed doctors found a heart defect when he was hospitalised with injuries after a hit and run near his Queenstown home. Photo / ODT

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Former All Blacks star: Hit-and-run 'saved my life'

11 Aug, 2019 5:00am
4 minutes to read

"It wasn't good, but I have my feet on the ground and are standing upright ... "

The Silver Ferns celebrate in Liverpool. Photo / AP

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Sport NZ trials blind CVs to improve gender balance staffing

11 Aug, 2019 5:00am
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Sport NZ has trialled blind CVs in a bid to improve gender balance on its staff.

East Coast celebrate their dramatic win in the 1999 Third Division final against Poverty Bay in Ruatoria. Photo / Getty Images

NEW ZEALAND

Ngāti Dread: The rugby team that hasn't won a match since 2013

27 Jul, 2019 5:00am
16 minutes to read

Neil Reid went into the camp to find out why they keep going.

Sam Cane flanked by friends and family, including his mother Kathy and father Malcolm to the right of him, after his 100th match for the Chiefs in 2018. Photo / photosport.co.nz

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Revealed: Secret motivation behind Sam Cane's test comeback

27 Jul, 2019 5:00am
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Sam Cane's mum has revealed the secret inspiration behind their son's injury return.

The All Blacks' new look for the Rugby World Cup was released on July 1 - and has been targeted by counterfeiters already. Photo / NZ Rugby

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Rugby World Cup bosses tackle fake All Black jersey

21 Jul, 2019 5:00am
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Rugby bosses have taken action against the sale of fake All Black World Cup jerseys.

TVNZ moved to strengthen security after an

ENTERTAINMENT

Cake theft left sour taste at TVNZ birthday celebrations

14 Jul, 2019 5:00am
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The theft of a birthday cake led to a review of security at TVNZ's headquarters.

Fake versions of the All Blacks' new-look playing jerseys for the Rugby World Cup - including intricate koru and fern motifs - are on sale online. Photo / Supplied

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Fake All Black Rugby World Cup gear for sale online

14 Jul, 2019 5:00am
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Counterfeit All Black World Cup gear is on sale just a week after real gear released.

Black Cap Tom Blundell will enjoy a six-figure payday without playing a match at the Cricket World Cup. Photo / Getty Images

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Black Cap's six-figure payday without playing a game

13 Jul, 2019 7:35am
4 minutes to read

Black Cap Tom Blundell will get a six-figure payday without playing a World Cup match.

NEW ZEALAND

Black Caps star out to ease famous dad's cricketing pain

13 Jul, 2019 5:00am
4 minutes to read

Former Black Cap Rod Latham is hoping his son's side can ease the pain of 1992.

NZ players celebrate the run out of MS Dhoni during their semi-final victory over India. Photo / Getty

NEW ZEALAND

World Cup bonus: Black Caps aim to be $6 million men

12 Jul, 2019 11:10am
4 minutes to read

The Black Caps will be rewarded for a Cricket World Cup win with a $6 million payday.

Steven Adams is still upset by being snubbed as a teenager. Photo / Getty Images

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The truth behind Steven Adams' Tall Blacks snub

18 Jun, 2019 4:45pm
6 minutes to read

NBA star's former mentor lifts the lid on his continued Tall Blacks unavailability.

Sir Peter Leitch - pictured with footy fans during the 2017 Rugby League World Cup - has opened up about his near-death experience after heart surgery. Photo / New Zealand Herald

BUSINESS

Mad Butcher hospital drama: 'I've been given the gift of time'

1 Jun, 2019 9:00am
5 minutes to read

Mad Butcher Sir Peter Leitch has spoken of his near-death experience after heart surgery.

Young rugby hopefuls have been warned of pitfalls of public life in a new handbook. Photo / Brett Phibbs

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Perils of sexting, porn and online hook-ups: Book offers life skills to AB hopefuls

19 May, 2019 5:00am
6 minutes to read

Young rugby hopefuls have been warned of pitfalls of public life in a new booklet.