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Bay of Plenty open NPC campaign with high-scoring win over Waikato
Live updates with the latest NPC action.
Southland beat Otago to begin NPC campaign
Southland got the better of their local rivals in the opening fixture of the competition.
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NPC rugby recap: Canterbury outmuscle Northland to kick season off
Live updates with the latest NPC action.
Fans let down by provincial unions as NZR maintains status quo: Players' boss
'The game is in trouble, it needed to change.'
Gregor Paul: Rugby's collapse now inescapable as provinces vote for chaos
OPINION: There is no winner from Thursday's landmark vote.
All the key questions ahead of crucial NZ Rugby vote
Gregor Paul explains what this vote is really all about.
Editorial: Key vote on rugby governance looms
EDITORIAL: Rugby in New Zealand is at a crossroads.
Why one NZR proposal is doomed before the start line
Big provincial unions set to kill the push for governance independence at Thursday's vote.
Explained: All you need to know about NZ Rugby's civil war
The meeting looms as the most crucial in the game's professional history.
Waikato Club Rugby weekend a success for Hamilton Marist
Former Manawatū and Waikato winger Newton Tudreu was a standout for Hamilton Marist.
Chiefs playmaker Naitoa Ah Kuoi re-signs until 2026
Ah Kuoi played his 50th game for the Gallagher Chiefs this season.
'Evidence of chaos': NZR governance review author on provincial unions
David Pilkington disputes that the unions' proposal differs slightly from the findings.
Aaron Smith calls for 'Giteau-law' for All Blacks eligibility
The long-standing policy of selecting All Blacks has become a hotly-debated topic.
The staggering cost of South Canterbury's Ranfurly Shield challenge
It would have been the third successive challenge for South Canterbury.
'Absolute split': Sir John Kirwan fears for state of rugby over governance threat
'Some of these chairmen, they’re just holding the game a wee bit to ransom.'
Professional players threaten split from NZ Rugby over governance structure
The matter will come to ahead at next week's special general meeting.
Sean Maitland's long rugby career comes to a close
The former Hamilton Boys' student retires after an illustrious rugby career.
Waikato club rugby: Pirongia upset unbeaten Hamilton Marist
Kio Kio United got their first win of the season when they hosted Leamington.
Editorial: Why pro sport needs more afternoon kickoffs
Editorial: Blues captain champions more daytime matches for rugby's future.
Waikato player set for Wallaroos debut
Wood helped the Western Force to their maiden finals appearance in 2024.
'Too many': NZ Rugby hints at cutting number of pro teams
NZ Rugby could be on the verge of major change as the financial reality begins to bite.
NZR board would be forced to reapply under governance proposal
NZR's governance structure will be voted on at a special general meeting this month.
Crucial clash at Eden Park could set Blues' playoff destiny
The fullback's return boosts Blues against Hurricanes in a crucial match.
New Waikato Rugby chief executive wants to build on 'rich legacy'
The board received over 40 applications from New Zealand and Australia.
Rugby flashback: The story of Ron Lockwood
Waikato locals may remember Lockwood for his decades of service as a property valuer.
Gregor Paul: Provincial unions find themselves in crosshairs of history
OPINION: Provinces will have to decide on what basis they can say their plan is better.
All the club rugby action this weekend
Hinuera’s centenary win over Putāruru sees them the only Div. One side yet to lose.
Waikato Club Rugby preview
Former Old Glory DC prop Gordon Fullerton returns for Te Awamutu Sports.
NZR sets date for special general meeting to decide governance structure
The end of May will hopefully see a resolution to the ongoing conflict.