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‘Because I’m a Māori’: Buck Shelford on his axing from the ABs and what’s wrong with the haka

All Blacks great 'Buck' Shelford was dumped and forgotten by the NZ Rugby Union.

Waipu premier coach determined to reverse poor form

Winless Waipū lose to Kerikeri at Maungakaramea.

The five big talking points from the weekend's rugby

Phil Gifford lists five talking points, including an unlikely recipient for gratitude.

Hawke’s Bay club rugby: Taradale make winning start with new coach, birthday boy scores three

A full wrap-up of round two of the Hawke's Bay premier club rugby competition.

OBM and Moerewa slug it out in Northland club rugby try-fest

Moerewa keep their nerve to win over OBM in Tyrepower Northland club rugby.

Opinion: Matatū's stirring win strengthens roar of women's game

Phil Gifford presents six talking points from the weekend's rugby action.

Hawke’s Bay club rugby: Tech click on opening day

Napier Tech Old Boys lost just one match last year. They started with 10 tries.

Flying Fainga’anuku caps dream week for Robertson

Leicester Fainga’anuku helped the Crusaders end a unique week in rather familiar fashion.

Q&A: Who’ll get the All Blacks coaching gig - and did Foster get a fair shake?

After another drama-filled week for the ABs, Liam Napier answers your questions.

Phil Gifford: The valuable lesson the Blues must learn

Phil Gifford presents six talking points from the latest round of Super Rugby Pacific.

'I want to stay there': ABs candidate signals second-five intentions

David Havili has been clear about where he wants to play for the Crusaders.

Gregor Paul: Savea’s gesture about determination and desire

Opinion: The All Blacks players have come into Super Rugby on a mission this year.

Chiefs Manawa score 50 in Blues bashing

Chiefs Manawa remain unbeaten in Super Rugby Aupiki.

Phil Gifford: Ardie Savea shouldn’t be punished for silly gesture

Opinion: Savea has never committed an act of thuggery on the field.

Northland’s Robinson itching to get back on the field

Blues coaches bracket Tom Robinson and Adrian Choat for Sunday's clash

Kaikohe teen lands rugby contract in Melbourne

Kaikohe teenager signs with Melbourne Rebels W.