ERA orders sacked Tasman Rugby CEO Steven Mitchell back on payroll
Mitchell has now challenged his dismissal in the Employment Relations Authority (ERA), which has ordered his immediate interim…
Conrad Smith joins NZ Rugby in high-performance role
“Rugby has given me so much throughout my life, and I’m looking forward to giving back. “It’s an…
All Blacks: After Wallace Sititi’s head knock, his mother wanted him out of rugby for a ‘long time’
He then rolled into the recovery position before visibly shaking, eventually making it to his feet and being…
Wellington Rugby cancels all club matches this weekend in wake of referee abuse
In an email, Giles said all scheduled round-robin fixtures this weekend will be recorded as matches not played,…
Waikato TMO Aaron Paterson on pressure, precision and life behind the replay screen
But the climb was slow, and by the age of 40, he received a phone call that would…
Black Ferns co-captain Kennedy Tukuafu out for six months with hamstring injury
“Injuries are always tough and this is a hard setback for someone who gives so much to the…
Councillor vows safety improvements after Darfield rugby team injuries
Selwyn District councillor Sarah Barnsley described the incident as “tragic”, saying the council would review the police report…
Sideline abuse sees Wellington Rugby Referees Association not appoint officials this weekend
Speaking to the Herald, van Berkel said it was great that non-referees were reporting incidents of abuse. “Obviously…
Canterbury rugby team ends season after Darfield crash injures players
The club – an amalgamation of the former Burnham, Dunsandel and Irwell clubs, affiliated to the Ellesmere sub-union…
All Blacks v France: The best news coming out of Dave Rennie’s camp for NZ fans – Phil Gifford
But what was so brilliant about Saturday’s game in Christchurch was that both sides took an approach you…
NRLW: Wahine Warriors aim to ride the club juggernaut
“Rugby has always been a big part of my family story,’ she says. “Teuila was one of my…
New Zealand edges France 34-32 to open rugby’s first Nations Championship
CHRISTCHURCH, New Zealand — New Zealand opened rugby’s inaugural Nations Championship, and a new era under head coach…