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A rugby agent’s advice for young players aiming to go professional
Agent Daniel Kane has managed players from First XVs to All Blacks like Tyrel Lomax.
Proof the TMO is not fit for purpose: Elliott Smith
OPINION: World Rugby has simply become careless in its duty to the sport and spectacle.
Officials confirm referee mistake in Moana's win over Blues
Super Rugby Pacific officials say Moana Pasifika shouldn't have had their try ruled out.
Moana Pasifika set to lose another star as Chiefs eye top talent
Moana Pasifika are set to lose another player to a New Zealand franchise.
'Stephen Donald moment': First XV star kicks for glory
FDMC ended a nine-year losing streak against New Plymouth Boys'.
First XV rugby shake-up: South Island boys' schools plot breakaway competition
Co-ed schools like St Andrew's College and Rangiora High are excluded from the proposal.
All Blacks
All Blacks utility re-signs through to 2027
David Havili will stick around until the end of the next Rugby World Cup.
SBW: Why Ardie Savea should be All Blacks captain
Sonny Bill Williams says the loosie's impact could carry into the boardroom.
Moana Pasifika set to lose another star as Chiefs eye top talent
Moana Pasifika are set to lose another player to a New Zealand franchise.
Black Ferns
'Where we need to be': Black Ferns take stock as sevens stars get their shot
The Black Ferns have made eight changes to their starting side for this week's USA test.
Black Ferns leave it late in draw with Canada
The Black Ferns showed resilience in the final moments to deny Canada the win.
Super Rugby
Proof the TMO is not fit for purpose: Elliott Smith
OPINION: World Rugby has simply become careless in its duty to the sport and spectacle.
Super Rugby teams: All Blacks back in action for Crusaders
All the ins-and-outs ahead of the 15th round of the Super Rugby Pacific season.
SBW: Why Ardie Savea should be All Blacks captain
Sonny Bill Williams says the loosie's impact could carry into the boardroom.
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Sports news
Gisborne business optimistic about Budget, council welcomes road funding
The Budget offers businesses a 20% tax incentive for new productive assets.
Rugby World Cup winner Lawrence Dallaglio faces bankruptcy
A failed individual voluntary arrangement with Revenue and Customs led to his troubles.
Former surf lifesaving world champ banned in doping case
Morgan Foster gets 3-year sanction for possession and trafficking of banned substances.
More Rugby news
'A superstar in the making': The First XV star carving up in Moascar Cup
Nathan Stephens, a Year 13 student, impressed with a stunning fullback performance.
Phil Gifford: Moana Pasifika's stunning win reshapes Super Rugby landscape
OPINION: Superman wears a Moana jersey and his secret identity is Ardie Savea.
'Huge honour': Savea wins inaugural Super Rugby Pacific award
The Moana Pasifika skipper has won the Super Rugby Pacific Player of the Year award.
Crusaders close in on Chiefs with bounce-back win
The Crusaders moved level with the Chiefs at the top.
Roigard double lifts Hurricanes over Highlanders
All the action as the Hurricanes beat the Highlanders.
'Common-sense victory': Schools win battle to retain top rugby team
NZR scrapped plans for an U-18 team after negotiations with schools.
Why the Blues against Moana is more than just a game
Patrick Tuipulotu admires Moana Pasifika's growing cultural impact.
How safe is the future of the All Blacks Sevens? - Elliott Smith
Ireland have axed their men's sevens team amid financial struggles.