Black FernsThe real story behind Women's Rugby World Cup coverageWomen featured in 44% of all sports stories during the five-week RWC.03 Feb 01:50 AM
PremiumOpinionAlice SoperAlice Soper: What All Blacks can learn from Black FernsOPINION: The Black Ferns turned a 2021 crisis into a 2022 World Cup title.22 Jan 10:45 PM
New ZealandFrom Morrinsville to Black Ferns: Vici-Rose Green’s rapid rise to rugby’s top tierIt has been a rollercoaster year for the Morrinsville girl.05 Jan 06:00 PM
Black FernsNew era begins: Hansen takes charge of Black FernsWhitney Hansen becomes only the second female to lead the national women's side.18 Dec 07:00 PM
PremiumPremiumAnalysisAlice SoperAlice Soper: The race to be the next Black Ferns coach is wide openTwo-time World Cup winner Darryl Suasua shapes as the bold wild card pick.17 Dec 02:50 AM
PremiumSportSarah Hirini's life away from rugby: From World Cup glory to pilot licence13 Dec 07:01 PM
Black Ferns'We've got plenty to prove': Black Ferns welcome familiar foes as home tests confirmedThe Black Ferns are expected to play a total of 10 tests in 2026, with four on home soil.03 Dec 04:30 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAlice SoperChanging of the guard: What Allan Bunting’s exit means for the Black FernsHe was appointed to restore culture after the 2021 Black Ferns review.14 Nov 08:01 PM
Black Ferns'I’ve given everything': Why Bunting stepped away from Black Ferns role'The last 14 years I’ve had the life beyond my wildest dreams,' Bunting says. 14 Nov 01:31 AM
Black FernsBunting steps down as Black Ferns coach as search begins for successorNZ Rugby aims to appoint a new Black Ferns coach by Christmas.13 Nov 07:12 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAlice SoperAlice Soper: How NZ Rugby’s top-heavy plan could topple the women’s gameOPINION: Aupiki’s new timing clashes with NRLW, leaving many players out of pocket.29 Oct 12:14 AM
Black Ferns'A major change': More tests confirmed for Black Ferns in 2026The Black Ferns will play 10 tests next year after confirmation of the WXV Global Series.23 Oct 07:00 PM
Black Ferns'That's sport': NZR's Black Ferns review looks to future'Sometimes you don’t get what you want,' says NZR performance manager.04 Oct 12:00 AM
Black Ferns'We'll have those conversations': Bunting on Black Ferns future 'The most important thing is that we be really honest around where we can grow.'30 Sep 04:03 AM
SportBlack Ferns arrive home from the Rugby World CupAfter winning their Bronze Final match at the Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025, the Black Ferns have arrived home at Auckland Airport. Video / Jason DordayWatch30 Sep 12:53 AM
Black Ferns'Pretty speechless': Black Ferns star caps off big year with World Rugby awardA big year for Braxton Sorensen-McGee was not without one final crescendo.28 Sep 12:04 AM
Black FernsBlack Ferns top France to finish third at World CupThe Black Ferns were too good for France and finish the World Cup in third place.27 Sep 01:32 PM
Black Ferns'Motivation enough': Black Ferns search for redemption against FranceA loss to France would drop the Black Ferns outside the world’s top three.26 Sep 08:00 PM
Black FernsYoung stars return from injury in Black Ferns' battle for bronze'We’ve been gifted another opportunity to turn things around for our nation.'25 Sep 09:00 AM
Black FernsWhy Black Ferns have plenty to play for in battle for bronze'We didn’t execute like we usually do against Canada, so that’s a huge focus.'25 Sep 06:00 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAlice SoperAlice Soper: How NZ Rugby let rivals overtake the Black FernsANALYSIS: The Black Ferns went 42 days without a test before the World Cup began.24 Sep 12:00 AM
Black FernsBlack Ferns star Jorja Miller on awards, injuries, and World Cup lessons'I wanted to make a big impact, but that’s not always possible,' Miller says.22 Sep 08:31 PM
Black FernsBlack Fern chasing rare double at World Rugby AwardsThe awards will be announced during Sunday’s World Cup final at Twickenham.22 Sep 08:24 AM
Black FernsWorld media reacts to Black Ferns' Rugby World Cup semifinal loss over CanadaAllan Bunting’s women got off to a slow start in Bristol.20 Sep 03:44 AM
Black Ferns'Sometimes it’s not going to be our day': The big difference in Black Ferns loss'When you give them ball in our own half, they’re really accurate,' Bunting said.19 Sep 11:12 PM
Black FernsStreak over! Black Ferns' World Cup run endsThe two-time defending champion Black Ferns have been knocked out of the World Cup. 19 Sep 07:52 PM
Black Ferns'Trust our systems': The key area Black Ferns need to address in semifinalOf the four teams remaining in the competition, the Black Ferns are the most penalised. 19 Sep 05:00 AM
Black FernsBlack Ferns v Canada: All you need to knowCanada are in their sixth World Cup semifinal but first ever against the Ferns.18 Sep 10:00 PM
Black Ferns'Strength to strength': Where the Black Ferns have improved since Canada defeatThe Black Ferns have not lost a World Cup knockout match since 1991.18 Sep 08:16 PM
Women's Rugby World CupKiwi coach defends England’s ‘route-one’ tacticsEngland’s forward pack has scored 22 of their 38 tries at this World Cup.18 Sep 06:32 PM
Black FernsThe GOAT and the Kid: Meet the Black Ferns' strike weaponsBlack Ferns duo are at opposite end of careers but relishing chance to play together.17 Sep 10:00 PM