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IRB sees 'no problem' with Fiji's dictator coming for Cup
The International Rugby Board is indicating tacit support for Frank Bainimarama to support Fiji in the Rugby World Cup.
More choice for RWC fans, says MasterCard
MasterCard has moved to clear up confusion over its presence at the Rugby World Cup later this year.
Auckland food extravaganza to coincide with RWC
An Auckland food extravaganza is being brought forward a month to coincide with the final week of the Rugby World Cup.
New RWC pay cards not just for rugby, says sponsor
Fans will need either cash or a special new MasterCard to buy food and drinks at RWC games.
No Eftpos at RWC games after sponsorship deal
Rugby World Cup fans have been told there will no Eftpos at games - and in Auckland and Wellington stadiums, only new debit cards issued by sponsor Mastercard will be accepted.
Rugby: Fiji still not confirmed as ABs opponent
The New Zealand Rugby Union still appear some way off finalising the All Blacks additional test in July.
Wynne Gray: Finding the space to celebrate legends
Authorities should contemplate how best they can honour the ground's history, writes Wynne Gray.
Rugby: Win or lose, we must be gracious - Hart
Kiwis need to be gracious hosts to make the most of the RWC, a former All Black coach says.
<i>Brian Rudman:</i> Two Dollar Shop kitsch triumphs
It seems a bit one-eyed criticising Ngati Whatua for lack of taste when they come up with a plastic-coated "tupperwaka".
Jim Hopkins: Party, paddle and crank up the money machine
Our happy tale of endless excess could end with the country's economic epitaph
Rugby: Northern refs to dominate World Cup
Northern Hemisphere referees look set to dominate the appointments for the Rugby World Cup.
RWC revellers left out in the cold
The $9.8 million Cloud at the Rugby World Cup "Party Central" in Auckland will host trade displays for New Zealand industries while Cup revellers are left out in the cold. Rather than being a party venue, the opaque-roofed, steel and glass