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NPC Cup draw excites Northland coach

Northland host Canterbury in the NPC opener in Whangārei.

All Blacks coaching drama: Is it time to consider bringing in a foreign coach?

NZ Rugby's recruitment process has raised a few tough questions.

Gregor Paul: The big problem with Razor’s All Blacks pitch

Scott Robertson and Jamie Joseph will be determined by their ability to excite NZ Rugby.

Paul Lewis: Do All Blacks need a big player clean-out to win the World Cup?

OPINION: Ian Foster can still shake up his squad ahead of the World Cup. But will he?

Gregor Paul: The serious question that needs to be asked about ABs coaching job

OPINION: Why does the 'best job in world rugby' continue to attract so little interest?

Taniwha loose forward called up for Moana Pasifika

Waipū premier rugby skipper Jonah Mau'u has been selected for Moana Pasifika.

Rugby: All square in love and war at Te Wero

600-strong crowd sees an act of cyclone-fuelled history as Māhia score last-minute try.

NZ Rugby beware: The big threat that could decimate the Black Ferns Sevens

Newstalk ZB rugby commentator Elliott Smith analyses the latest from the world of rugby.

Report: NZ sevens star set to make code switch

Black Ferns Sevens star Niall Guthrie is set to switch codes and move across the Tasman.

Crusaders’ Scott Robertson bombshell: Why he wants to coach in France

All Black coaching contender says he wants to coach in France - including national team.

Taniwha coach seeking consistency and big crowd at home games

Good crop of players for new Northland rugby coach to work with this year

'I want to play more free': RTS makes fast start to pivotal season

Roger Tuivasa-Sheck has signalled his intent to force his way into the World Cup squad.

'You'll hear it from me': All Black confirms overseas interest but no deal yet

Brad Weber said while he had fielded a number of offers, nothing was set in stone yet.

The contenders in line for Black Ferns coaching role

Allan Bunting and Wes Clarke favourites for role.

'Finally they can see it': Super Rugby Aupiki looks to build on Black Ferns' success

Super Rugby Aupiki will return with momentum surrounding the women's game.

Pivotal role: The contenders to replace Barrett and Mo’unga

With the top two No 10s heading offshore, the All Blacks’ stocks will be severely tested.

Paul Lewis: The ugly sportswashing deal that made me cringe

Opinion: Potential community damage should be assessed before sponsorships are approved.

Whole lotta Love: Barrett move to increase chances for ABs bolter

The Hurricanes’ plans for Jordie Barrett should enhance the All Blacks’ World Cup chances.