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Isn't that ionic - PM sports bangle of power
John Key is sporting a new holographic wristband that claims to improve performance and keep him at optimal 'ionic balance'.
Harvey hits back at 'party central' criticism
The Rugby World Cup "party central" will be "a destination second to none" and will be ready in time for the event, Auckland Waterfront Development Agency chairman Bob Harvey says.
Afghan stay won't affect rugby: Key
John Key says he is confident security for the Rugby World Cup will not be compromised by extending the deployment of the SAS in Afghanistan.
Air NZ's new Airbus in spirit of RWC
Air New Zealand showed its dedication to the national rugby team by painting its newest plane all black.
<i>Brian Rudman</i>: Don't turn the clock back on prostitution
Council wants to keep sex workers out of sight during this year's Rugby World Cup.
Reverse pub crawl set for April
A pub tenant is being sought for Auckland's historic Birdcage Tavern near Victoria Park.
All Blacks: French factor still unknown
The Six Nations rugby tournament kicks off on Saturday morning (NZT) with an unprecedented Friday night match. Paul Lewis figures that's not all that is different in Rugby World Cup year.
Economic forecasting difficult, RWC a factor - Bollard
The RWC will add about $700m to the NZ economy over its six weeks and if NZ wins it could boost general confidence, Alan Bollard says.
Rugby: IRB to hold crunch talks with Fiji
IRB representatives are to travel to Fiji next month amid fears the country could be banned from the Rugby World Cup.
All Blacks: NZRU dismisses Hayman return report
The NZRU has dismissed suggestions that former All Black prop Carl Hayman could return for the Rugby World Cup.
There's no bridge to the South: Cup guide
International journalists covering the Rugby World Cup are being warned: "There is no bridge connecting NZ's North and South Island."
All Blacks: Hayman in 'secret' World Cup discussions
Carl Hayman may be about to make a sensational return to New Zealand for the Rugby World Cup.
He's Swiss, plays tennis and backs the 'Boks
Roger Federer will be closely following this year's Rugby World Cup - just don't ask him to support the All Blacks.
$2600 a game to see Cup in style
Top corporate boxes at Mt Eden for this year's Rugby World Cup will cost almost half a million dollars.
Fake RWC site leaves Irish fan ticketless
An Irish fan has lost thousands to an unofficial website claiming to be selling Rugby World Cup tickets.
Dunedin stadium to lose $400k during RWC
Dunedin's new stadium, racing to be completed in time for the Rugby World Cup, is set to lose $400,000 when it hosts three pool matches.