OpinionRichie Barnett: Johnson pivotal for Kiwis in finalShaun Johnson looms as the most important player for the Kiwis in Sunday morning's World Cup final, writes Richie Barnett.28 Nov 08:30 PM
New ZealandKiwis ready for World Cup When the Kiwis won the World Cup in 2008, it came as a surprise. A lot has changed in five years but New Zealand are still underdogs for Sunday morning's World Cup final against Australia at Old Trafford. Watch28 Nov 07:49 PM
LeagueFrank Pritchard ruled out of finalFrank Pritchard had hoped to make his mark on a World Cup final but lost his chance today when he was ruled out of Sunday morning's showdown with Australia because of a hamstring strain.28 Nov 05:53 PM
LeagueKearney's squad capable of going back to backWhen the Kiwis won the World Cup in 2008, it came as a surprise.28 Nov 04:30 PM
League'Teary' Sonny Bill scoops top awardSonny Bill Williams received an impromptu haka performance from his Kiwis teammates after being crowned the world's best rugby league player.27 Nov 10:30 PM
LeagueKid challenges SBW to raceSonny Bill Williams has been challenged to a swimming race by an unlikely contender - a child from Auckland.27 Nov 09:55 PM
LeagueLeague: Good mix of artillery bodes well for finalThis year's Anzac test followed a well-worn script as Australia continued their dominance in the one-off match into a 15th year.26 Nov 04:30 PM
LeagueLeague: Brutal semifinal takes toll on Sonny BillAs Sonny Bill Williams emerged from the dressing room after New Zealand's epic win over England, the toll was obvious.24 Nov 04:30 PM
LeagueLeague: Win still 'a blur' for JohnsonAs a youngster growing up on the Hibiscus Coast, Shaun Johnson was like a lot of children who used to dream about scoring the winning try for his country on the biggest stage.24 Nov 04:30 PM
OpinionChris RattueChris Rattue: Last-gasp win doesn't bode wellThe Kiwis pulled off a World Cup stunner to sneak past England but their last-gasp semifinal win at Wembley doesn't give huge confidence for the final against Australia.24 Nov 04:30 PM
LeagueKiwis win: Three questionsNew Zealand Herald rugby league writers answer three key questions from the Kiwis' thrilling last minute semi final win over England this morning at the World Cup.23 Nov 06:21 PM
LeagueLeague: Kiwis win Cup thrillerThe Kiwis' defence of the World Cup continues, thanks to a last minute stroke of brilliance by Shaun Johnson.23 Nov 05:58 PM
League60 seconds with: Billy Birmingham - The 12th manGreetings Billy. Willy Nilly - The 12th Man's Biggest Hits is released today - November chwenty-choo in Richie Benaud-speak.21 Nov 04:30 PM
OpinionRichie Barnett: Failure? Forget it - Kiwis are going to winDefeat at this stage of the tournament would mean a failed campaign, but I'm confident the Kiwis will beat England in their World Cup semifinal.21 Nov 04:30 PM
LeagueLeague: Kiwi halves hold key to Cup successIt's often said you can't win without a good halves pairing and this rugby league World Cup has highlighted just how true that is.20 Nov 04:30 PM
LeagueLeague: Charge of heavy brigadesSunday morning's World Cup semifinal between England and New Zealand is being billed as a battle of the heavyweights.19 Nov 04:30 PM
LeagueLeague: Aussie pair deny squabble over captain's selection roleCameron Smith and Nate Myles were allegedly involved in a blow-up relating to the Australian skipper's influence on World Cup team selections.18 Nov 04:30 PM
LeagueLeague: World Cup gets seriousVatuvei only injury worry ahead of semis showdown against England at Wembley.17 Nov 04:30 PM
LeagueLeague: Slater's injury a golden opportunity for InglisGreg Inglis never wanted to take over from Billy Slater under these circumstances.17 Nov 04:30 PM