All Blacks made to work in win over Italy
New Zealand laboured to a 29-11 win over a brave, battling Italy as the All Blacks wrapped up their autumn series with a less-than-impressive victory.
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Delany resigns from Black Ferns role
Delany resigns from Black Ferns role
Black Ferns assistant coach Mike Delany has resigned after a mixed season of results with the side.
All Blacks: de Groot returns after 'indiscretion'
All Blacks: de Groot returns after 'indiscretion'
Scott Robertson has resisted the urge to rotate his players and has instead named almost his strongest side possible for this weekend's clash against Italy.
New look to All Blacks Sevens squad
New look to All Blacks Sevens squad
A new era beckons for the All Blacks Sevens with three debutants named in their side to start the world series in Dubai next week.
Otago legend Chis Laidlaw makes Hall of Fame
Otago legend Chis Laidlaw makes World Rugby Hall of Fame
Otago and All Black great Chris Laidlaw is one of two former New Zealand players who will be inducted into the World Rugby Hall of Fame this weekend.
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Jackson straight talker who cared
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Jackson straight talker who cared
It is the end of an era in North Otago rugby.
Transtasman final for women’s teams
Transtasman final for women’s teams
Women's rugby will take a big step next year — and another could follow in 2026.
ODT Rugby Chat: Colin Jackson retiring
ODT Rugby Chat: Colin Jackson retiring
PD is in Oamaru to catch up with one of his old sparring partners Colin Jackson, who unbelievably is letting go the reins of North Otago rugby
France beat All Blacks in one point thriller
France beat All Blacks in one point thriller
France were their unpredictable selves as they beat New Zealand in a superb, thrilling autumn series test to end the All Blacks' five-match winning streak this morning.
Barrett and Taylor back to take on France
Barrett and Taylor back to take on France
Beauden Barrett and Codie Taylor have returned to the All Blacks to face France in Paris, having recovered after concussion forced them off against England.
Departing coach: ‘hell of a time’
Departing coach: ‘hell of a time’
After nine seasons with North Otago, and the past six as head coach, Jason Forrest is stepping down from the Heartland side.
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Les Bleus test on the cards
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Les Bleus test on the cards
Dunedin appears set to be announced as the host for a rugby test against France next year and could also be in the running to host a second test.
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Highlanders contract a dream come true
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Highlanders contract a dream come true
He is not really the kid any more, but Finn Hurley does a pretty good impression of someone fizzing for action.
Sititi full of admiration for his mentor, Cane
Sititi full of admiration for his mentor, Cane
Golden boy will miss seeing his kaumatua next to him this weekend.
Highlanders take action over sponsorship fees
Highlanders take action over sponsorship fees
The Highlanders have applied to place a recruiting agency into liquidation, saying it owes the rugby club $120,000 in sponsorship fees.
Holland called into All Blacks test squad as injury cover
Holland called into All Blacks test squad as injury cover
Highlanders lock Fabian Holland is one step closer to realising his All Blacks dream.
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Tucker one of two southern locks joining Hurricanes
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Tucker one of two southern locks joining Hurricanes
Highlanders lock Will Tucker has a new home.
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Joseph keeps faith in younger generation
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Joseph keeps faith in younger generation
Call it the Jamie Joseph evolution.
NZ Super Rugby Pacific squads named
NZ Super Rugby Pacific squads named
Five of New Zealand's six Super Rugby Pacific teams have named their squads for next season.
Jamie Joseph unveils 2025 Highlanders squad
Jamie Joseph unveils 2025 Highlanders squad
A Tasman utility, a couple of props with Super Rugby experience in Australia and a veteran loose forward from Otago by way of Japan feature in the Highlanders squad for 2025.