New ZealandHerald NOW: Vandals on Rotorua rugby pitch cause heartbreakVandals who have spent their time ripping up the Rotorua rugby club have stopped hundreds from playing their scheduled games. Video / Herald NOWWatch05 Jun 11:19 PM
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
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand‘Both sides will be hurting’: The build-up to Hawke’s Bay’s biggest school rugby gameJason Shoemark didn't experience school rugby hype, but he knows what this weekend means.05 Jun 08:44 PM
Super RugbyLuke Jacobson re-signs with Chiefs, NZ Rugby for two more yearsJacobson took on the captaincy after the departure of Sam Cane.04 Jun 12:52 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionPaul LewisPaul Lewis: Why NZ's future at No 10 looks brightOPINION: Young first fives like Josh Jacomb and Ruben Love are impressing in Super Rugby.03 Jun 11:25 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
SportShaun Stevenson confirms departure from ChiefsThe news comes after he sought an immediate release from his NZ contracts in December.02 Jun 11:07 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
New ZealandLindisfarne score nine tries against defending championsLindisfarne have three wins, chasing a cup presented by one of its most famous students. 27 May 12:12 AM
PremiumPremiumAnalysisGregor PaulGregor Paul: How All Blacks sabbaticals create selection inequityANALYSIS: Sabbatical options offer virtual selection guarantees for experienced players.26 May 06:00 PM
New ZealandOn The Up: Rugby club bands together to build new changing rooms in two weeks'When they took the trees away, they took away our changing rooms.'26 May 05:50 PM
PremiumPremiumSchool RugbySt Kentigern edge Grammar; Nelson fall; Lindisfarne strike formSt Kentigern have continued their winning start to the season.26 May 05:31 AM
RugbyIlona Maher has a huge social media following with a focus on growing the gameWorld's most famous rugby player, Ilona Maher, touches down in Tāmaki Makaurau to play the Black Ferns. Video / Sylvie WhinrayWatch22 May 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumSuper RugbySBW: Why Ardie Savea should be All Blacks captainSonny Bill Williams says the loosie's impact could carry into the boardroom.21 May 02:43 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
SportFormer Springboks wing dies at 37Cornal Hendricks scored against the All Blacks in a tight 2014 test in Wellington.15 May 03:47 AM
RugbyWhy Andrew Mehrtens' rugby venture face their toughest test yetThe former All BLack faces a tough challenge as Beziers prepare for their final match.15 May 02:00 AM
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
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
Black Ferns Sorensen-McGee named for Black Ferns debutThe teenager has been named at fullback to face the Wallaroos on Saturday.07 May 10:33 PM
PremiumPremiumSchool RugbyFirst XV rankings: Will there be a shift in the southern power balance?Some unlikely names are looking to upset the usual big names. Mike Thorpe reports. 06 May 07:56 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
New ZealandRugby player in ICU after serious head clash on Anzac DayThe rugby community has rallied, offering immense support to Joey Ah-Sui's family.28 Apr 07:43 PM
PremiumPremiumSchool RugbyFirst XV wrap: Tauranga Boys' dish out a Grammar lesson in historic winThe win marks Tauranga's largest margin in their rivalry's history.28 Apr 02:00 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionPhil GiffordPhil Gifford: How Super Rugby 2025 is captivating fans againOPINION: Super Rugby Pacific has been highly entertaining in 2025, with unexpected upsets.27 Apr 06:19 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionGregor PaulGregor Paul: Blues struggle to transition from champions to dynastyOPINION: The southerners found their rhythm just as the Aucklanders slumped.27 Apr 01:30 AM
Super Rugby'Quality with quality': Crusaders' depth fuels Super Rugby resurgenceThe Crusaders sit second, just behind the Chiefs, with a game in hand.23 Apr 04:00 AM
All BlacksFormer All Black hails 'game-changing' brain test'It will offer a lot of peace of mind, which is something that’s desperately needed'23 Apr 01:15 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionFirst XV rugby: How Kiwi schools rate in world rankingsOPINION: Bay boys show they have the resolve to build on recent successes.21 Apr 09:06 PM
PremiumPremiumCrime'Urgent international co-operation': Crime rings threaten integrity of NZ sportThe Sport Integrity Commission has sought advice from Interpol on organised crime.20 Apr 05:00 PM
All Blacks‘A great challenge’: Jordie Barrett on life in Ireland, Ioane move, and contact with ABsThe All Blacks midfielder is currently on sabbatical with Irish club Leinster. 19 Apr 01:00 AM
SportHow ex-tropical Cyclone Tam will affect Easter weekend sportSome events have been cancelled but many will still go ahead as planned.17 Apr 05:00 AM
