PremiumPremiumRugbyJohn Kirwan sits down to watch 1987 RWC win for first timeAll Black legend John Kirwan sits down with writer Greg Bruce to watch the 1987 Rugby World Cup final, a game he starred in, for the very first time. Video / NZ HeraldWatch01 Sep 05:00 PM
RugbyFocus Live: All Blacks Rugby World Cup squad namingNew Zealand announce All Black squad for Rugby World Cup 2023.Watch07 Aug 04:27 AM
New ZealandNorthland council breaks ranks over Government's Three Waters proposalThree waters proposal rejected by Northland council02 Sep 11:29 PM
Rugby World CupIconic World Cup images: 2007There were 10 minutes left in the quarter-final and the All Blacks led 18-13 thanks to a Rodney So'oialo try on 63 minutes.11 Sep 10:00 PM
Rugby World CupIconic World Cup images: 1999Things began awkwardly and ended in bitterness.09 Sep 10:00 PM
Rugby World CupIconic World Cup images: 1995It was an epic mis-match as Mike Catt was confronted by the snorting power of Jonah Lomu, the All Blacks enormous left wing.08 Sep 11:20 PM
Rugby World CupAll Blacks get physicalThe ABs will come under enormous pressure both physically and mentally at the World Cup and it's part of the reason why they've focused on increased physicality.08 Sep 04:33 AM
Rugby World CupIconic World Cup images: 2003It only took 10 minutes for Australia to burst New Zealand's bubble in the 2003 semifinal.07 Sep 11:25 PM
Rugby World CupIconic World Cup images: 1991It was quite a sight - Alex Wyllie and John Hart playing doubles tennis together before the All Blacks 1991 World Cup quarter-final in Lille.07 Sep 11:00 PM
Rugby World CupIconic World Cup images: 1987A captains' embrace, an unhappy alliance, and a rampaging youngster who became the face of the game are defining images of past campaigns.06 Sep 11:10 PM
EntertainmentSol3 Mio rugby song brilliant cheeseWell in the battle of the Rugby World Cup songs, clearly we've already won, writes Russell Baillie about Sol3 Mio's Rugby World Cup song.03 Sep 09:41 PM
SportRugby: 'World Cup every six years' - Sir Brian LochoreWhat about a six-year gap between Rugby World Cups to allow the game to take on a deeper context rather than repeat preparation for the next tournament? It's an idea Sir Brian Lochore has been pushing since the idea of a global tournament was encouraged about 30 years ago. Andrew Mulligan interviews the All Blacks legend at the the NZME. Legends in Black dinner.Watch28 Jul 07:29 AM
Rugby World CupABs face hard slog this yearPlayers are under relentless pressure to raise the bar in the months leading up to the World Cup.24 Jun 10:32 PM
Rugby World CupRugby: Kirwan needs Luatua at bestBlues coach John Kirwan has already made mention of his satisfaction at Steven Luatua's leadership at this early stage of the season.10 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandWorld Cup waterfront plans unveiledRugby fans will be able to watch all 48 matches of the Rugby World Cup live on multiple big screens around Queens Wharf and attend free concerts from some of NZ's biggest acts throughout the tournament...30 Jun 01:35 AM
OpinionWynne GrayWynne Gray: With 100 days to go, where are we at?The New Zealand selectors have plenty to consider before the World Cup writes Wynne Gray.01 Jun 01:00 AM
BusinessWorld Cup Countdown: Long game looms for those hoping to cash inThe returns from the RWC may take time to materialise.01 Jun 01:00 AM
