Black Ferns
Black Ferns Sevens defend World Cup title
The Black Ferns Sevens team secured a resounding win in yesterday's Rugby World Cup Sevens final in San Francisco. The women's team beat first-time finalists, France, 29-0, to take home the World Cup… Audio
Black Ferns Sevens cruise into semis
New Zealand women's rugby sevens side have cruised through to the semi-finals of the World Cup in San Francisco with emphatic wins over Mexico and Ireland.
Black Ferns announce two-Test tour of France
The Black Ferns have announced a two-Test tour of France at the end of the year and will warm-up for a busy international season with a Game of Three Halves in Tauranga next month.
NZ Sevens seeking historic back-to-back titles
The All Blacks Sevens and Black Ferns Sevens squads to defend New Zealand's double titles at the 2018 Rugby World Cup Sevens in San Francisco have been named today.
Black Ferns’ first day on payroll as professional players
History was made today as the Black Ferns took part in their first training camp as professionals. At least 30 contracts will be awarded to New Zealand women's rugby team players and they'll receive a… Video, Audio
Black Ferns Sevens win in Paris
The New Zealand women's rugby sevens side has won the last leg of the World Series in Paris beating Australia 33-7 in the final.
Two changes to Black Ferns Sevens side for Paris finale
There are two changes to the Black Ferns Sevens squad for this weekend's final World Series round in Paris.
Black Ferns captain and equestrian great honoured
The Black Ferns captain Fiao'o Fa'amausili, veteran equestrian Andrew Nicholson and netballer Tracey Fear are among the sports people acknowledged in the Queen's Birthday Honours lists.
Black Ferns skipper back to take up contract
The captain of the New Zealand women's World Cup winning rugby team, Fiao'o Faamausili, has come out of retirement to take up one of the inaugural Black Ferns contracts.
Black Ferns to play in Chicago
The World Champion Black Ferns will play for the first time at Chicago's Soldier Field - as they join the Māori All Blacks, the United States, Italy and Ireland in a triple-header in November.
Sarah Goss on Black Fern's 'amazing' 46-0 win
The Black Ferns have thrashed Australia 46-0 in the Canadian final of the World Rugby Series. Skipper Sarah Goss talks to John Campbell about the team's extraordinary win. Video, Audio
Black Ferns to play two Tests against Australia
New Zealand will get their first taste of the World Champion Black Ferns in action when they take on Australia in two trans-Tasman double header Test matches in August.
Black Ferns win again
The New Zealand women's rugby sevens side has retained their Japan title on the World Series.
Black Ferns in isolation after mumps diagnosis
Black Ferns star Ruby Tui has been struck down with mumps on the eve of the Commonwealth Games' opening ceremony and she and her teammates remain in isolation pending health checks. RNZ Sports Editor… Video, Audio
Despite new deal, huge gender pay gap remains
New Zealand is keen to leverage the success of its all-conquering Black Ferns to create an opportunity for women to make a living from the game but will not rush into the creation of a professional…
Black Ferns on NZ Rugby payroll but more games needed
The Black Ferns are officially on the New Zealand Rugby payroll. Yesterday the Rugby Union confirmed it will contract the country's top 30 women's 15-aside players. They'll earn a retainer of $12 to… Audio
Nights Sport
Dana Johansen to talk all things sport - including the new pay deal for the Black Ferns. Audio
Black Ferns finally make the NZ Rugby payroll
St Mary's College students were buzzing to meet the Black Ferns, and buzzing they're finally going to be paid. Sports reporter Joe Porter caught up with some current and potential future players. Video, Audio
Black Ferns to be fully pro by 2021?
The country's top women's rugby players will become full-time professionals within the next two to three years, according to New Zealand Rugby Players Association boss.
Contracts for Black Ferns getting closer
New Zealand Rugby expects the next step in contracting our top women's players to be finalised in the next couple of weeks.
