Rugby
Counting sport stories: Toni Bruce and the sports media
Toni Bruce has been researching the mainstream media for more than 25 years and observing how it represents sport. A former sports journalist, she's now a professor at the University of Auckland's… Audio
All Blacks storm back against plucky Pumas
Two late tries by the All Blacks have denied Argentina their first ever win over the All Blacks, going down 39-22.
Sobering problem goes wider than rugby
Opinion - In the wake of New Zealand Rugby's 'Respect and Responsibility' Report, we should recognise that the game's drinking culture is New Zealand's drinking culture, Jamie Wall writes.
All Blacks get taste of country life
Taranaki is home to the three Barrett brothers. Middle brother, Scott, who plays lock, took a group of curious All Blacks out to visit the family farm. Audio
"Rugby is having to take a deep breath" but, "it gets it."
Putting into practice the findings of New Zealand Rugby's review into sport's culture ``won't happen overnight'', but its review leader Kathryn Beck, says significant changes will happen. The Respect… Audio
Electoral 'drag race' steps up a notch
Bill English is calling it a drag race and it stepped up a gear yesterday with the latest polls showing Jacinda Ardern and Labour have their nose in front. Audio
Barrett brothers back for Argentina test has Taranaki buzzing
The Barrett brothers are back in Taranaki, bringing the All Blacks with them, as they prepare for this weekend's test against Argentina. The brothers say they're "fizzing" at the chance to play… Audio
Rugby bad behaviour not problem at Auckland Grammar - headmaster
An independent report is warning rugby is at risk of losing its exhalted status and place in New Zealand culture because of player misconduct including sexual harrassment, violence, alcohol abuse and… Audio
NZ Rugby culture review findings released
New Zealand Rugby has investigated 36 cases of misconduct in the past four years, according to a report released this afternoon.
NZRU CEO: 'There's work to be done'
New Zealand Rugby says it's determined to address the specifics, and the broader flaws in the culture of our national sport. Its CEO Steve Tew talks to John Campbell. Audio
Hong Kong warms to rebel rugby concept
Hong Kong rugby administrators have indicated interest in billlionaire Andrew Forrest's planned rebel rugby competition.
NZ Rugby not interested in rebel competition
New Zealand Rugby is showing no interest in a a rebel competition in Australia. Perth billionaire backer Andrew Forrest has effectively declared war on the Australian Rugby Union, vowing to...
Franks out for the season
All Blacks prop Owen Franks will undergo achilles surgery, ruling him out of rugby for the rest of the year.
Women rugby players call for equal pay
Grassroots women players are urging New Zealand Rugby to make their sport professional and help keep them in the game. Audio
Women's rugby players call for equal pay
New Zealand Rugby is being called on to turn women's rugby a professional sport. Grassroots rugby players say if it was, then players would be encouraged to take their sport further. This call comes… Audio
World Cup winning Black Ferns arrive home to first class welcome
Hundreds of people were at Auckland Airport this morning to welcome the victorious Black Ferns back into the country after their World Cup victory against England. RNZ reporter Jessie Chiang was… Video, Audio
Assault-convicted Losi Filipo to make Wellington debut
Losi Filipo has been named in the reserves for Wellington.
NZ Rugby denies involvement with England football manager
New Zealand Rugby has dismissed reports that they've had an involvement with new England football manager Gareth Southgate.
Victorious Black Ferns arrive home
The Black Ferns have landed back in Auckland after reclaiming the Rugby World Cup.
England football to adopt some All Blacks policies
The England football boss Gareth Southgate is planning on adopting some of the policies used by the All Blacks as they prepare for their next World Cup qualifying games.
