All BlacksAll Blacks halfback returns from injury, set to play provincial rugbyThirteen All Blacks have been released to play NPC after a record loss at the weekend.16 Sep 10:09 PM
PremiumNew Zealand'Let's make it a magpie': Sixty years of NZ's biggest rugby mascotAfter just a 10-day gestation, Hawkeye was hatched for a Ranfurly Shield debut in 1965. 05 Sep 06:00 PM
SportSouthland stun Waikato to win Ranfurly ShieldThe Stags have secured the Log o' Wood for the first time since 2011.31 Aug 07:14 AM
New ZealandTruck driver back at work and walking again after surviving fatal crashHe had nine surgeries: 'There was nothing left - no bones or anything left in my foot.'07 Jul 06:00 PM
KahuTainui Group Holdings welcomes new CEOThe news comes a year after previous chief executive Chris Joblin announced his departure.23 Jun 05:53 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionGregor PaulOpinion: How Crusaders and Chiefs unearthed great talent from other regionsBoth clubs blend local talent with key recruits for long-term success.18 Jun 06:01 PM
PremiumPremiumRugbyThe unlucky six: Stars who missed out on All Blacks jerseyBob Graham was retained as Auckland captain over Wilson Whineray in 1963.09 May 09:20 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
Super RugbyKick in the teeth: Chiefs fined for interference in win over BluesThe Chiefs were fined after their medic twice interfered with Blues' conversions.20 Mar 03:12 AM
PremiumPremiumNPC'I don’t understand': NPC coach fires broadside at NZ Rugby over its futureFinancial struggles and funding cuts threaten grassroots rugby.21 Oct 06:43 PM
New ZealandFormer All Blacks coach Ian Foster receives Hamilton civic awardRugby legend Ian Foster was awarded the Hamilton Kirikiriroa Medal.04 Oct 11:30 PM
SportWaikato vs Auckland: Stan Thomas Memorial trophy clash in Bunnings NPCTwo potential debuts as Waikato as aim to continue their strong defence of the trophy.29 Aug 05:30 AM
New ZealandSenita Lauaki scores in Waikato Rugby debut, following brother Sione's legacySenita Lauaki, brother of late All Black Sione, debuts for Waikato in 26-20 win.26 Aug 12:13 AM
New ZealandThames Valley rugby great Ray Wells remembered after passing at 86Ray Wells played in the famous 1962 team that beat Australia.22 Aug 03:32 AM
New ZealandSamipeni Finau re-signs with Gallagher Chiefs and NZ Rugby until 2026Chiefs coach McMillan says he is 'excited to be part of the journey'.20 Aug 01:34 AM
New ZealandWaikato suffers first loss in Farah Palmer Cup against CanterburyWaikato missed a last-minute chance to win, with Canterbury holding on for a 10-7 triumph.20 Aug 01:32 AM
New ZealandWaikato secure first 2024 NPC win with 26-20 over Counties ManukauSenita Lauaki shines on debut as Waikato edge past Counties Manukau.20 Aug 01:12 AM
New ZealandWaikato FPC make three changes for Canterbury clash in Farah Palmer CupJade Coates and Tafiau Fetalaiga set for their 10th Waikato cap, earning their Mooloo Bell17 Aug 07:45 PM
All BlacksMeet Cortez Ratima, the new breed of halfback named after a shoeAll Blacks and Chiefs halfback's name comes from his father's favourite sneaker.17 Aug 12:08 AM
New ZealandWaikato Rugby lends Christian Leali’ifano to injury-hit Auckland squadAuckland Rugby thanks Waikato Rugby for loaning Leali'ifano amid injury woes.16 Aug 03:18 AM
New ZealandFijian Drua snap up another big Waikato name to fill coaching ranksConnection to Fiji is important to Gibbes and his family.12 Aug 07:52 PM
New ZealandImpressive start to Farah Palmer Cup for WaikatoVeteran hooker Grace Houpapa-Barrett nabbed three tries.12 Aug 07:47 PM
New ZealandTough start to NPC season for Mooloo menJosh Moorby grabs a try in his homecoming debut.12 Aug 07:44 PM
New ZealandFPC 2024: Waikato FPC squad named for opener against VolcanixFijian international Jade Coates returns after missing 2023 due to injury.08 Aug 09:25 PM
New ZealandProvincial rugby gets underway with the Battle of KaimaisJosh Moorby will make his homecoming debut in Mooloo colours on Saturday.08 Aug 09:19 PM
New ZealandOnly one change for this year's Waikato NPC squadWaikato squad sees 32 of 33 named players returning from 2023.02 Aug 06:34 PM
