Auckland FCBillionaire-backed Western Springs stadium bid pulled from raceAuckland Arena was set to host 12,500 seats, costing $200m-$300m privately.07 Jul 10:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Referee abuse is a threat to all of sport OPINION: Officials are crucial, often overlooked and vital for community sports.01 Jul 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionGiant-killers: Liston College's dramatic rise in Auckland 1A rugbyRotorua Boys' retained the Moascar Cup, defeating Napier 29-7 in wet conditions.30 Jun 02:01 AM
RugbyTaranaki teen handed 36-game ban after shoulder-charging refereeThe unnamed player lined up the referee and ran into him, knocking the ref to the ground.30 Jun 01:58 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandRanfurly Shield-winning prop retires at 28 due to 'head knocks'Joel Hintz's proudest moment was lifting the Log o' Wood as his side arrived in Napier.28 Jun 06:00 PM
New Zealand'Bunch of thugs': Vandals wreak havoc ruining Auckland rugby fieldsVandalism is costing Auckland ratepayers hundreds of thousands yearly.26 Jun 01:16 AM
Rugby'I just love rugby': ABs coach Scott Robertson rocks up at First XV tournamentNZ's oldest schoolboy rugby tournament is being held in Christchurch for its 99th year.25 Jun 08:00 PM
New ZealandVehicle vandalism damages fields at Grammar TEC Rugby ClubThe Grammar TEC Rugby Club's fields at Orakei Domain were damaged by a vehicle. The incident occurred over the weekend, leaving the grounds torn up. Video / Dean PurcellWatch25 Jun 04:44 AM
PremiumPremiumSchool Rugby'His death has had a huge impact': Napier First XV's inspiration Coach Willie Tran praised his team's character after a tough first half.23 Jun 10:00 PM
New Zealand'Dream come true': Blues up-and-comer signs for Hawke's Bay MagpiesThe Magpies have been given a significant boost for their upcoming 2025 NPC campaign.23 Jun 04:30 AM
PremiumPremiumSchool RugbyLost their way: Auckland Grammar fall to Sacred Heart in tough contestChristchurch Boys' High won a thrilling match against St Thomas 61-40.23 Jun 04:25 AM
New ZealandWatch: 'Hand of God' controversy in schoolboy rugby scrumCrestfallen Hastings Boys' players were 'pretty emotional' about the incident, says coach.19 Jun 04:29 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandThe case for Year 14s to play First XV rugbyThe debate over Year 14s playing school sports has reignited with Marlborough Boys'.16 Jun 11:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionWhy Rotorua's First XV victory over Hamilton is one for the agesKing's College celebrated a 23-17 victory over Auckland Grammar, securing the Cooper-Greenbank Cup.16 Jun 05:01 AM
PremiumPremiumMedia InsiderTV3 future in spotlight – could it be a Sky buy?; Shorty St eyes life support againCuts at creative ad agency; NZR-Sky TV deal close; PR agencies' big global wins.13 Jun 02:24 AM
SportEligibility row erupts over five 'Year 14s' in college’s controversial First XVThe team have also faced criticism for a controversial try against Nelson College.11 Jun 08:24 PM
SportKiwi Tarsh Ganley moves from fear to fun to World Cup refereeingShe's about to become one of the 10 international whistlers for the Rugby World Cup.10 Jun 01:00 AM
Super Rugby'Wrecking ball': Ex-All Blacks midfielder signs with Moana PasifikaIt comes as the Auckland-based side announced the mass departure of 15 players.10 Jun 12:34 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionFirst XV wrap: Scoreboard drama as Sacred Heart clinch last-gasp victoryPalmerston North edged Hamilton 21-19, their first win since 2011.09 Jun 10:01 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandHastings Boys' High score 35 unanswered points to come back to beat arch-rivalsNapier Boys' High School were up 17-0 after 15 minutes.08 Jun 12:01 AM
SportNZ Rugby follows NRL, NFL in banning dangerous tackleThe hip-drop tackle is now banned in New Zealand community rugby.05 Jun 08:46 PM
PremiumPremiumReviewsReview: Sky TV nails First XV return but misses big rugby momentREVIEW: That controversial Marlborough Boys' try and the latest in schools rugby.03 Jun 02:01 AM
New ZealandCHB beaten by Wairarapa Bush in historic Tikokino matchWairarapa Bush overran Central Hawke's Bay, scoring 40 points in the second half.02 Jun 11:39 PM
PremiumPremiumAnalysisAnalysis: Was the remarkable schoolboy try really against the rules?ANALYSIS: 'It was not from our playbook,' the Marlborough coach Tonga Taumoefolau says.30 May 02:01 AM
RugbyWarning to cancel club rugby games after referee stabbing threatThe Horowhenua-Kāpiti union will cancel senior club games if serious abuse continues.28 May 01:20 AM
PremiumPremiumSchool RugbySt Kentigern edge Grammar; Nelson fall; Lindisfarne strike formSt Kentigern have continued their winning start to the season.26 May 05:31 AM
PremiumPremiumEducationFirst XV rugby shake-up: South Island boys' schools plot breakaway competitionCo-ed schools like St Andrew's College and Rangiora High are excluded from the proposal.20 May 12:24 AM
PremiumPremiumRugby'Severe body blow': Historic Auckland rugby club ousted from senior comps after bylaw breach'This is probably the most serious crisis that the club has been through in its history.'15 May 05:00 PM
RugbyYoung boy told he can't play rugby with friends due to his weightThe young boy is now hesitant to go to school out of fear of what his friends will say.14 May 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumSchool RugbyFirst XV rugby: How King's College got back on top in AucklandKing's College defeated Sacred Heart 36-22 to reclaim the Fitzpatrick-Kirkpatrick Cup.12 May 12:13 AM
RugbyDrua captain reveals 'gut-wrenching' grief before crushing Blues defeatCoach said ex-Fiji international Josaia Raisuqe's death impacted performance of players.10 May 05:13 AM
RugbyNZ Rugby posts huge financial loss, despite record income for 2024The deficit follows $8.9m loss in 2023 and a $47m loss in 2022. 07 May 11:17 PM
New ZealandTaradale, Old Boys Marist remain unbeaten in Hawke's Bay club rugbyTaradale and Old Boys Marist are rivals of the ages. Who'll win the Nash Cup this year ?03 May 11:31 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandHistoric Hawke's Bay school's First XV to play against NRL youth side on Aussie tourMore than half of the school's roll is heading on a tour of Australia this winter.28 Apr 10:12 PM