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Clareburt targets Olympic qualifying times at NZ swimming champs
World champion swimmer Lewis Clareburt wants to go fast at this week's National Championships in Hawkes Bay.
NZ Rugby frustrated by calls for board to resign
New Zealand Rugby says calls for the board to step down are a distraction as the stoush over changes to the governance structure at the top level of the game continues.
Rugby: Provincial unions hold upper hand in battle over governance reforms
The provincial unions believe they have the advantage over the New Zealand Rugby board and the Players Association when it comes to a restructured governance model for the sport.
Crusaders still a Super Rugby force, coach says
Crusaders coach Rob Penney is adamant they can still defend their Super Rugby crown.
The 3-way Kiwi attack on Indycars
Three New Zealand drivers will be on the IndyCar grid in 2024, including the reigning rookie of the year, a six time champion and last season's third place getter.
NZ Rugby investigate Hurricanes Poua haka
New Zealand Rugby is investigating the Hurricanes women's team haka that criticised the coalition government labelling it "redneck".
World Rugby backs smart mouthguards, confident issues will be fixed
World Rugby has defended the use of smart mouthguards and is confident any problems with the technology will quickly be ironed out.
Super Rugby coach backs mouthguards as All Black raises concerns
Smart mouthguards have received the backing of a Super Rugby coach but an All Black has questioned the timing of their introduction.
Jordi Viljoen: Son of Springbok has All Blacks connection
Hurricanes newcomer Jordi Viljoen reckons he's learnt a fair bit from former All Blacks halfback Aaron Smith.
Rule change doesn't go far enough say Crusaders
The Crusaders coach Rob Penney has cast doubt over the effectiveness of a law change in Super Rugby aimed at reducing kicking duels.
NZR: Cultural safety in rugby a must for all
A recent decision by an Australian family to send their son to Aotearoa for rugby has highlighted the importance of feeling "culturally safe".
Perenara believes he and Roigard can both be All Blacks
TJ Perenara wants his All Blacks spot back and he doesn't think the rise of Cam Roigard will stop him.
All Blacks hearts broken after red card and missed chances in World Cup final
The All Blacks are hurting after a red card to captain Sam Cane and some missed opportunities left them agonisingly short of World Cup glory.
Springboks captain impressed with fortitude shown by Sam Cane
All Blacks skipper Sam Cane is an inspiration according to the Springboks captain Siya Kolisi.
Five changes to Springboks, investigation into racism allegations against hooker dropped
World Rugby has found "insufficient evidence" to proceed with charges of alleged racism against Springboks hooker Mbongeni Mbonambi.
Forwards coach Ryan hailed by All Blacks pack
The All Blacks pack have improved dramatically from last year with the players crediting forwards coach Jason Ryan for their lift in performance.
World Rugby to probe Springbok racial slur claims
South Africa have found themselves embroiled in controversy ahead of the World Cup final.
One more try is all Will Jordan needs for new benchmark
All Blacks wing Will Jordan could make some personal history in the World Cup final against South Africa.
Rugby World Cup: Blues brothers out to make All Black history
Rieko Ioane and Dalton Papali'i have realised a childhood dream by making the World Cup final, but they won't be satisfied unless they win.
RWC: All Blacks out to banish the demons of 2019 semi-final loss
The All Blacks don't want to get clawed by Los Pumas in Paris.
Who's going to win the Rugby World Cup semi-finals?
Pundits and former players seem all but unanimous in picking the All Blacks and South Africa to advance to the World Cup final.
Coles: 'I don't want to be playing for third and fourth again'
The All Blacks must quickly come down from the high of upsetting Ireland in one of the best World Cup quarter-finals of all time.
All Blacks best game under Foster earns them another week in France
The All Blacks produced their best performance under coach Ian Foster to move within a win of the World Cup final.
Ian Foster bullish about an All Blacks victory in Paris
The All Blacks coach insists he is relaxed and full of belief that his team can upset Ireland in the World Cup quarter-finals.