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Gregor Paul: The Aussie path to rugby recovery and why NZ should be on high alert

OPINION: Australia could blast past New Zealand as a rugby power in the next few years.

Three years out: All Whites veteran set for international recall in Doha buildup

A key talent who hasn't played for NZ since 2019 shows fine form and is set to return.

'Step backwards': Questions remain for Commonwealth Games parents

The upcoming Birmingham Commonwealth Games could cause some baby blues.

Q&A with Anton Segner: The German rugby star with All Blacks dreams

Segner was a little German kid who fell in love with rugby and aimed for the big time.

'It's about how you react': Phoenix defender bounces back from adversity

It's been a whirlwind two years for Wellington Phoenix defender Tim Payne.

Auckland schoolboy rugby: The problem with 'the world's toughest competition'

One top Auckland schoolboy rugby coach wonders if the standard might be getting too tough.

Elliott Smith: Why future NZ Rugby World Cup bids are unlikely

OPINION: Was 2011 our last chance of hosting a men's Rugby World Cup?

Tony Quinn's dilemma - the human toll of making millions and what to do with it

Millionaire motorsport baron Tony Quinn says making money is easier than relationships.

Win record in sight: How dominant Blues are staying grounded

Barrett returns as the Blues chase the 1997 championship-winning side's record.

ANZ Premiership five takeaways: The key to the Mystics' success

The Mystics continued their winning ways to maintain top spot on the ladder.

Michael Burgess: The worrying issues exposed in Warriors' mind-bending loss

OPINION: The issues that were uncovered can't be put down to a bad day at the office.

Tiger's secrets? How Ryan Fox hopes to gain inside knowledge ahead of major

A run of strong results has seen Fox qualify for the PGA Championship later this month.

Chris Rattue: Heads must roll at disgraceful Warriors - starting with the CEO

OPINION: The Warriors need a new boss with proven success to turn the place around.

'I'm part of that problem': Shaun Johnson's frank admission about Warriors issues

Johnson is adamant the Warriors aren't far away, but admits to a multitude of issues.

Ryan Fox faces anxious wait on PGA Championship confirmation

Ryan Fox thinks he might have just done enough to play the next major.

Phil Gifford: Six talking points from Super Rugby Pacific

Brilliant Blues, Will Jordan's smile and a Highlanders tag team were highlights this week.

Gregor Paul: The bold change needed to boost Super Rugby

OPINION: Super Rugby can blossom by making one key change to eligibility.

'The world just stopped': Leali'ifano on heartwarming on-field moment with son

It was an attempt like any other, until his son came running out with the kicking tee.