Rugby
International rugby has never been so competitive
International rugby has never been so competitive and all the game's top 10 teams are contenders for next year's World Cup in France.
Denis Dwyer on New Zealand rugby's 'grand old man' Billy
He's described as the "grand old man of New Zealand rugby", now the life and legendary status of Billy Wallace has been detailed in a new book by author Denis Dwyer. A member of the The Original All… Audio
Anticipation builds in Christchurch ahead of All Blacks test
Christchurch is getting its first All Blacks game in six years on Saturday night, when the side faces off against Argentina.
Our reporter Adam Burns joins us now from Christchurch.
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Sports commentator Sam Ackerman
Sam reviews what has been a rare hysteria-free week for the current All Blacks squad, whether a former All Black should be allowed to play for the Wallabies, and how going against the grain can pay… Audio
Fijian Drua hire former Melbourne Storm boss
The Super Rugby Franchise, the Fijian Drua hire former NRL Melbourne Storm boss, Mark Evan to be their CEO. Audio
Black Ferns on track for World Cup
Black Ferns coach Wayne Smith believes they're on the right track for the defence of their World Cup title but still sees plenty of room for improvement.
Sports commentator Dana Johannsen
Sport correspondent Dana Johannsen talks to Kathryn about whether debate on the All Blacks rugby coach will die down, now that Ian Foster will be retained as All Blacks coach through to the 2023 World… Audio
Pressure mounting on Wallabies coach Dave Rennie
The knives are not yet out for Dave Rennie but a shocking run of injuries has left the Australia coach on shaky ground ahead of daunting tests against the Boks and All Blacks.
The future of All Blacks coach Ian Foster : will he stay or will he go?
With the All Blacks breaking their losing streak and winning against the Springboks in Johannesburg, what is the future of beleagured All Black coach Ian Foster?. NZ Rugby boss Mark Robinson held an… Audio
All Blacks still evolving says coach Ian Foster
Beleaguered coach Ian Foster insists his side are still evolving as they face South Africa in a second Rugby Championship fixture at Ellis Park this weekend.
Former All Black questions improvement in the side
Former All Black Ant Strachan says Ian Foster's assessment of the team's latest defeat will only aid to further rile disgruntled fans.
The Week in Detail: Greens and Games
The Detail podcast brings you the issues behind the news every weekday. Here's what we covered this week. Audio
The Week in Detail: Greens and Games
The Detail podcast brings you the issues behind the news every weekday. Here's what we covered this week.
AudioLooking at the ABs losing streak and what the future holds
The greatest rivalry in rugby history was revived this morning. It ended with Springbok victory over the All Blacks - 26 points to 10. Audio
A unified approach to head injuries
Thousands of Kiwi kids are concussed playing sport every year, but our rules for treating them aren't up to scratch. Audio
A unified approach to head injuries
Thousands of Kiwi kids are concussed playing sport every year, but our rules for treating them aren't up to scratch.
AudioThe Week in Detail: Brain drains, All Blacks and student finances
The Detail podcast brings you the issues behind the news every weekday. Here's what we covered this week. Audio
The Week in Detail: Brain drains, All Blacks and student finances
The Detail podcast brings you the issues behind the news every weekday. Here's what we covered this week.
AudioSteve Hansen has a go at New Zealand Rugby
Former All Blacks coach Steve Hansen has launched a scathing attack on New Zealand Rugby, claiming the federation had presided over a series of high-performance failures.
Jason Ryan makes his mark with the All Blacks
New All Blacks assistant coach Jason Ryan has made immediate changes to the forward pack as they prepare to put the disastrous Irish series behind them.
