Black Ferns
Social media helps Black Ferns Sevens relax in Tokyo
Something called 'TikTok' and colouring-in books may not sound like key cogs of Olympic success.
Midweek Mediawatch: A sport radio sacking
In this week's edition of Midweek Mediawatch, Hayden Donnell talks to Susana Leiataua about a sacking prompted by a sexist column, some illuminating commentary on proposed hate speech legislation, and… Audio
Midweek Mediawatch: A sport radio sacking
In this week's edition of Midweek Mediawatch, Hayden Donnell talks to Susana Leiataua about a sacking prompted by a sexist column, some illuminating commentary on proposed hate speech legislation, and…
AudioFarah Palmer: a breath of fresh air for Rugby NZ
Former Black Ferns captain Farah Palmer (Ngati Maniapoto, Waikato Tainui) was appointed as the deputy chair of Rugby NZ last month, making history as the first person to ever hold such a role within… Audio
Calling Home: Sene Naoupu in Dublin
Wellington-born, Oamaru-raised Ireland rugby international Sene Naoupu is one of the most prolific and remarkable figures in the oval ball world. She's Calling Home from Dublin this morning. Audio
Black Fern Kendra Cocksedge the latest to suffer mental fatigue
Black Ferns halfback Kendra Cocksedge admits she's among the high profile athletes battling "mental fatigue" ahead of the Rugby World Cup.
New Zealanders scoop player of the decade awards
Richie McCaw and Portia Woodman have picked up major honours at the World Rugby Player of the Decade Awards.
NZ to face Wales, Australia in 2021 Rugby World Cup pool
The Black Ferns have been drawn to play Wales, Australia and the winner of the final qualifying tournament in their pool at next year's Rugby World Cup.
The 12-team tournament will be played in… Audio
Black Ferns too strong for Wallaroos
The Black Ferns finished with a flourish, running in five tries to one to beat Australia 37-8 in the women's rugby international in Auckland.
Rugby, horses, injuries - the life of Black Fern Aleisha Nelson
While the All Blacks are fighting to keep the Bledisloe Cup, they might want to pick up a few pointers from the Black Ferns who humbled their Aussie counterparts last weekend and are expected to do… Audio
Black Ferns stick with same XV for second Test
Black Ferns coach Glenn Moore has stuck with the same starting XV for the second Laurie O'Rielly Memorial Trophy game against Australia in Auckland on Saturday.
Try-scoring spree as Black Ferns thrash Wallaroos
The Black Ferns scored eight tries to beat the Australian women's rugby team 47-10 in the first match of the Laurie O'Reilly Memorial Trophy Series.
Double delight for Black Ferns
The Black Ferns have shown their resilience to win the women's rugby super series and retain the world number one ranking.
Black Ferns 'outclassed' in Cocksedge's milestone test
A bittersweet 50th test for stand-in Black Ferns captain Kendra Cocksedge.
Black Fern to join elite company
Kendra Cocksedge will become just the second Black Fern to play 50 test matches, when she leads New Zealand in its women's rugby super series match against France in San Diego.
Black Ferns playing conditions
Our World Champion Black Ferns are currently playing in a US tournament where players have to change in a tent on the field, and use portable toilets. Audio
Black Ferns outclass super series hosts
A commanding win for the Black Ferns in their second match of the women's rugby super series in the USA.
How a Kiwi resistance fighter inspired NZ's women's rugby team
New Zealand-born Nancy Wake was the allies' most decorated secret agent during World War 2 and her story was used as inspiration for the Black Ferns ahead of their successful World Cup Campaign in… Audio, Gallery
Black Ferns sights set on 2021 Rugby World Cup
Black Ferns preparations for the 2021 Women's Rugby World Cup are already under way with June's San Diego tour their first true test.
Black Ferns headline Rugby Super Series
The Black Ferns and the next four top ranked sides in women's rugby will meet in San Diego in June and July this year.
