Havili heading for Japan
Crusaders captain David Havili, who was overlooked for the All Blacks squad named on Monday, is leaving New Zealand rugby.
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Egypt battle back to shatter All Whites' hopes
Egypt battle back to shatter All Whites' hopes
An early goal sent hope through the country, but it was ultimately not enough for the All Whites.
Steel claim spot in Premiership final
Steel claim spot in Premiership final
The Southern Steel are through to the ANZ Premiership final after beating the Mainland Tactix 60-54 this afternoon.
Hurricanes thrash Chiefs in Super Rugby final
Hurricanes thrash Chiefs in Super Rugby final
The Hurricanes are Super Rugby champions for a second time, after storming to a 60-5 win over the Chiefs in the final in Wellington.
Coach sees silver lining in Vipers' recent losing streak
Coach sees silver lining in Vipers' recent losing streak
University of Canterbury head coach Tim Belcher believes back-to-back losses could ultimately benefit his side, despite the Vipers slipping outside the top four with two rounds remaining in the regular season.
Dunedin premier rugby round 13 wrap-up
Dunedin premier rugby round 13 wrap-up
Harbour first five Rique Miln played a blinder in the drizzle at Bathgate Park.
Finals hopes in the balance for Sumner
Finals hopes in the balance for Sumner
Sumner will need a win to keep their Metro Premiership finals hopes alive when they face Sydenham in a do-or-die clash on Saturday.
Lyttelton to Honolulu: Weston shines on big stage
Lyttelton to Honolulu: Weston shines on big stage
Since taking up a scholarship at University of Hawaii in 2024, Lyttelton's Aggie Weston has helped her college water polo club team secure the number one spot in the Big West Conference.
Cancer battle can’t stop milestone man
'I’ve just got to keep on smiling': Cancer battle can't stop milestone man
When West Melton front-rower Blair Colombus was diagnosed with cancer two years ago, one goal immediately went on his to-do list - reach 100 division one games.
Steel to host elimination final after tight win against Tactix
Steel to host elimination final after tight win against Tactix
The Southern Steel will host the elimination final after winning the dress rehearsal against the Mainland Tactix in Invercargill.
Macklan Robertson key for Sumner
Macklan Robertson key to Sumner's Metro Premier finals run
Former All Blacks coach Scott Robertson's son, Macklan, is looking to steer Sumner towards the Metro Premier finals after playing a pivotal role in their win over Lincoln University.
Mexico make winning start as World Cup begins
Mexico make winning start as World Cup begins
Mexico got the World Cup party started as the co-hosts swept away South Africa 2-0 this morning in a tempestuous clash.
From Prebbleton to the World Cup
Surman's journey from Prebbleton to the World Cup
New Zealand will play in the FIFA World Cup for the first time in 16 years next week - and Prebbleton’s Finn Surman will likely be in the thick of the action.
Dunedin premier rugby round 12 wrap-up
Dunedin premier rugby round 12 wrap-up
Alhambra-Union shook off the disappointment of being docked five competition points with a gutsy 43-41 win against Green Island in a Dunedin division 1 match at Miller Park.
Crusaders outclassed by rampant Chiefs
Crusaders outclassed by rampant Chiefs
The defending champs had no answers, as the Chiefs ran in try after try to slam the gate shut on the Canterbury team's hopes of making another Super Rugby final.
League legend embracing the Hyrox hurt
Canterbury league legend embracing the Hyrox hurt
Former Warriors and Hornby Panthers player Corey Lawrie is finding success in a different sporting arena after turning his hand to Hyrox, a high-intensity fitness race that combines running with workout stations.
Chiefs aiming to dethrone Crusaders
Chiefs aiming to dethrone Crusaders
The Chiefs may reach a fourth straight Super Rugby Pacific final - but they'll have to dethrone reigning champs the Crusaders to stay on track for a first title since 2013.
Young golfer set to tee off in US
Cooper Moore to join rising stars of world golf at United States competition
Canterbury golfer Cooper Moore has been selected for the international team to play at the Junior Presidents Cup in the United States from September 20-21.
Skullet man’s rise to fame
'Mum is not a fan': Skullet man’s rise to fame
Does this Canterbury first XV rugby player have the greatest hairstyle in New Zealand?
Brown set to become All Blacks assistant
Tony Brown set to become All Blacks assistant coach
Tony Brown will join the All Blacks as an assistant coach in 2028.