PremiumPremiumOpinionChris RattueChris Rattue: Ref ruined one of the great Rugby World Cup matchesOPINION: Five of the top five columns of the year from Chris Rattue.02 Jan 01:00 AM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleWhen John Kirwan watched the 1987 Rugby World Cup final for the first timeHe'd never watched one of his games before, then we made him.01 Jan 11:00 PM
New ZealandA year in review: What moved the Waikato in September 2023?As the year draws to a close, Waikato Herald is taking stock of 2023.31 Dec 05:00 AM
PremiumPremiumRugby World CupThe astonishing life and future plans of Ruby Tui - 'is your passion still in this?'She opens up over lunch about her book, the RWC singalong and kids.30 Dec 09:40 PM
Rugby World CupWarren Gatland: The changes I would make to rugby in 2024Kicking often at the World Cup was a successful strategy but it needs to change.27 Dec 07:00 PM
PremiumPremiumRugby World CupAll Blacks' season reviewed: Two points from greatnessSo close yet so far - Cameron McMillan reviews the All Blacks' 2023.27 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumWarriorsControversy corner: The hottest sporting takes of 2023The most divisive topics of 2023 are tackled by NZME's sports journalists.26 Dec 09:00 PM
PremiumPremiumRugby World CupNZ's highest-earning athletes ranked - who makes $30m a year?The Herald reveals who we believe are the highest-paid Kiwi sports people in the world.26 Dec 07:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionPhil GiffordPhil Gifford: The greatest All Blacks coaches of all timeOPINION: Five of the top columns of the year from Phil Gifford.26 Dec 01:00 AM
PremiumPremiumRugby World CupGame days: The best sports encounters of 2023Our experts discuss their favourite sports matches of 2023.25 Dec 11:00 PM
Rugby World Cup'Particularly toxic': Erasmus on his relationship with former ABs coachRassie Erasmus hasn't held back in describing fraught relationship with the NZ coach.12 Dec 07:14 PM
Rugby World Cup'Unique opportunity' awaiting TJ Perenara on return from injuryHurricanes aiming for top two number 9s in the country, says returning halfback.12 Dec 05:00 AM
WarriorsControversy corner: The hottest sporting takes of 2023The most divisive topics of 2023 are tackled by NZME's sports journalists.11 Dec 10:01 PM
Warriors'Up the Wahs': What Kiwi sports fans searched for in 2023Google has revealed what Kiwis were searching for in 2023.10 Dec 10:14 PM
Rugby World CupReports: Eddie Jones to return as Japan coachEddie Jones left his post as Wallabies head coach less than two months ago.10 Dec 05:14 AM
PremiumPremiumRugby World CupJapanese Rugby league featuring ABs megastars awaits NZ broadcasterSky TV chose not to broadcast the league's third edition despite gaining media rights.08 Dec 03:35 AM
PremiumPremiumRugby World CupThe best sports encounters of 2023Our experts discuss their favourite sports matches of 2023.07 Dec 04:51 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionLuke KirknessTackling the toxic side of sports fandom: A call for changeOPINION: Officials are facing an alarming barrage of criticism and abuse online.05 Dec 04:00 AM
Rugby World CupBarrett signs big deal to stay in New ZealandBeauden Barrett could be around for another shot at the World Cup.03 Dec 10:20 PM
New ZealandWayne Barnes opens up on Hansen F-bomb, 'serial cheat' Richie McCawThe controversial referee reveals interactions with the former ABs coach in his new book.01 Dec 10:00 PM
Rugby World Cup'Always gives his all': Why Owen Farrell is skipping the Six NationsFarrell captained England to the 2019 World Cup final and semis in 2023.29 Nov 08:21 PM
Rugby World CupRazor ready for what comes with All Blacks jobScott Robertson is under no illusion as to what lies ahead.28 Nov 04:21 AM
Rugby World Cup'Told I was going to die': Springbok addresses World Cup death threatsCobus Reinach has opened up on the extent of abuse he received.27 Nov 05:57 PM
PremiumPremiumRugby World CupPaul Lewis: Rugby must stop treating referees like a protected speciesOPINION: Fans of the game deserve to have match officials' decisions explained.25 Nov 12:27 AM
PremiumPremiumRugby World CupRugby World Cup referee calls bunker system a ‘mistake’French referee Mathieu Raynal says it was wrong to bring in the bunker at the World Cup.23 Nov 05:37 PM
Rugby World Cup'Ruining the game': Carlos Spencer lashes TMOAn All Blacks legend is pleading for balance and thrills to be restored to rugby.21 Nov 12:25 AM
Rugby World CupNew Rugby Australia chair's parting shot at McLennanDan Herbert is promising to listen to the people.20 Nov 06:42 PM
PremiumPremiumRugby World CupChris Rattue: What the hell is wrong with the rugby mob in NZ?OPINION: Chris Rattue runs through the best and worst from the sporting weekend.19 Nov 11:38 PM
Rugby World CupNo trust or faith: Rugby Australia chair sensationally sacked in late-night meetingMcLennan rejected a call from six rebellious state unions to resign.19 Nov 05:28 PM
PremiumPremiumRugby World CupPhil Gifford: The truth about Barnes’ book and McCaw’s ‘tears’OPINION: I’ve never vilified Wayne Barnes but I'd challenge a few claims in his new book.17 Nov 08:29 PM
PremiumPremiumRugby World CupThe big whinge: Wayne Barnes is wrong, these are the world's worst rugby fansWayne Barnes says Kiwi fans are the worst but here's why he's wrong, Gregor Paul writes.17 Nov 01:31 AM
PremiumPremiumRugby World Cup'What is wrong with this country?': Wayne Barnes fires back over 2007 outrageThe retiring rugby referee fires up at Sir Graham Henry, Richie McCaw and All Blacks fans.14 Nov 07:38 PM
PremiumPremiumRugby World CupTen simple law changes that should be made to rugby refereeingA list of 10 easy tweaks that could quickly improve the game.14 Nov 01:20 AM
KahuWillie Jackson finds a new post-election niche - rarking up South African rugby fansThe best side doesn't always win according to the Labour MP.12 Nov 08:45 PM