OpinionWynne GrayWynne Gray: JK fans need to get realReappointing John Kirwan is as unwise as rebuilding Eden Park for the last World Cup.11 May 05:00 PM
OpinionChris RattueRattue: Auckland, a rugby league town?Let's plot a magic few weeks for the Warriors and look at why they have such a promising road ahead, writes Chris Rattue.10 May 05:00 PM
Super RugbyBlues coach must cure travel sicknessWhoever coaches the Blues next year, and the signs remain promising for John Kirwan, one of the challenges they face will be changing the mentality of the players.10 May 05:00 PM
Super RugbyAppraisal may save Kirwan's jobSir John Kirwan said yesterday he's given the board a brutally honest appraisal about his own failings and how they have impacted on the club.09 May 05:00 PM
Super RugbyRugby: Blues' future bright with new players bloodedJerome Kaino, despite being out for the rest of the season injured and facing up to a disappointing first year as Blues captain, remains positive about the franchise's future.09 May 05:00 PM
Super RugbyRugby: Youthful squad key to new eraThe Blues, for whatever reason, have largely been on the wrong page when it comes to contracting local talent.09 May 05:00 PM
Super RugbyJK here to stay, say BluesSir John Kirwan is believed to be only two weeks away from being re-appointed for at least another season at the Blues.08 May 05:00 PM
OpinionPatrick McKendryPatrick McKendry: Kirwan's reward for failure? More timeKirwan has the backing of his players, accepted his faults, and promised to improve. That's enough, it seems, writes Patrick McKendry.08 May 05:00 PM
Super RugbyRugby: More away woe for BluesThe Blues will finish the season with yet another unwanted record after this latest loss to the Rebels in Melbourne tonight.08 May 11:35 AM
Super RugbyFirst take: Same old for the BluesThey were golden moments for the Blues in their trip to Melbourne but they were too infrequent to overcome a determined home team.08 May 11:29 AM
Super RugbyMoala 'very good man' - KirwanBlues coach Sir John Kirwan has called George Moala a "very good man" after the midfielder's discharge without conviction on a bar brawl assault charge.07 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandNo preferential treatment for Blues player - lawyerThe lawyer for Blues rugby player George Moala has hit back at accusations New Zealand courts have become a "two-tier system of justice".07 May 06:37 AM
New ZealandTwo-tier justice issue raisedA leading law professor is concerned over the number of sports people being discharged without conviction saying a two-tier system is being set up.06 May 05:00 PM
Super RugbyBlues star avoids conviction over fightBlues rugby player George Moala has been discharged without conviction over a charge stemming from a vicious bar fight.06 May 04:03 AM
Super RugbyLuatua urges Blues to winSteven Luatua will replace Jerome Kaino as skipper of the Blues and has challenged his team to finish their final five games of the season undefeated.05 May 05:00 PM
Super RugbyLoss of key players leaves big holesThe Blues will likely be without loose forward Jerome Kaino and utility back Charles Piutau for the rest of the season, so let's look at how damaging their absences will be.04 May 05:00 PM
Super RugbyHeavy cost of rare triumphTypical Blues - they double their win tally for the season by beating the Force, only to have their success tarnished by the injuries to their best players.03 May 05:30 PM
Super RugbyRugby: Blues snatch second winIt's symptomatic of the Blues season that what little good news they enjoyed last night in beating the hapless Force, came with a smattering of bad.02 May 07:19 AM
Super RugbyFirst take: Injuries to ABs a concernThe Blues have doubled their win tally for the season but the injuries to Jerome Kaino and Charles Piutau will worry not only John Kirwan but also Steve Hansen.02 May 07:14 AM
OpinionPatrick McKendryBlues fans and players deserve betterTwo groups who have been left out in the cold for too long - their team's players and supporters, Paul McKendry writes.01 May 05:00 PM
Super RugbyRugby: JK's men odds on for elusive winAnother factor in the Blues' favour is the fact that their opposition from Western Australia lead the statistics table in many ways they don't want to.01 May 05:00 PM
Super RugbyIoane moves ahead in Blues pecking orderAkira Ioane has a big chance to cement himself in the Blues loose forward trio after being selected ahead of All Black Steven Luatua for tomorrow's match.30 Apr 05:00 PM
Super RugbyRevealed: John Kirwan's succession planThe <i>Herald</i> learned of Sir John's plea - understood to be given at Tuesday night's board meeting - late yesterday.30 Apr 05:00 PM
Super RugbyTop Blues pair back to face the ForceJerome Kaino and Charles Piutau will return for the Blues to play fellow strugglers the Force on Saturday.29 Apr 05:00 PM
OpinionWynne GrayIf JK desires Blues success, he must goJudge me after three years, Blues coach Sir John Kirwan suggested. That verdict is straightforward, writes Wynne Gray.27 Apr 05:00 PM
OpinionWynne GrayCrusaders banish the blues but hard yakka needed for playoffsThe Crusaders got more traction when they kept the ball instead of hoofing it downfield but still look a little uncertain about their attacking methods and transition, writes Wynne Gray.26 Apr 08:39 PM
Super RugbyPride 'shattered' Blues' only motivationThe Blues are on the home stretch to their miserable season - and coach John Kirwan admits they now have only pride and their supporters to play for now.26 Apr 05:00 PM
