Rugby
Dementia sufferers start legal proceedings
A group of former players have issued formal legal proceedings against World Rugby over claims that the failure to protect them led to the early onset of dementia.
The Detail: Rugby's communication breakdown
What happens when the balance between feeding public interest in the All Blacks and protecting the team's image blows up on you? Audio
The Detail: Rugby's communication breakdown
What happens when the balance between feeding public interest in the All Blacks and protecting the team's image blows up on you?
AudioMedia go in boots ‘n all on ABs coach - and comms
An effort to shield the under-fire All Blacks coach from a media mauling last weekend fired up commentators already cranky about the high-handedness of rugby bosses. But given the intensity of some… Audio
Media go in boots ‘n all on ABs coach - and comms
An effort to shield the under-fire All Blacks coach from a media mauling last weekend fired up commentators already cranky about the high-handedness of rugby bosses. But given the intensity of some…
AudioIan Foster expected to stay as All Blacks coach
Ian Foster is expected to be confirmed as coach of the All Blacks today. Audio
Midweek Mediawatch: A nation in mourning
In this week's edition of Midweek Mediawatch, Hayden Donnell talks to Karyn Hay about an outpouring of grief and opprobrium following the All Blacks' home series loss to Ireland, an uproar over a… Audio
Midweek Mediawatch: A nation in mourning
In this week's edition of Midweek Mediawatch, Hayden Donnell talks to Karyn Hay about an outpouring of grief and opprobrium following the All Blacks' home series loss to Ireland, an uproar over a…
AudioMediawatch for 17 July 2022
Sick and tired of the Covid sickness; property price predictions run hot in the media; the rugby clash that didn't make headlines. Audio
Ian Foster refuses to discuss his future
Coach Ian Foster refused to discuss his future with the All Blacks after their 2-1 loss in a three-test series at home against Ireland that ended with a 32-22 defeat in Wellington.
Sports commentator Sam Ackerman
Sam takes a deep dive into the theme of identity and why that is what is truly at the heart of the ever-growing chorus of discontent surrounding the All Blacks and some of our national teams. Audio
All Blacks now ranked fourth
France has displaced South Africa at the top of the world rugby rankings, while New Zealand slumped to an all-time low of fourth.
Ireland back themselves against anyone
Head coach Andy Farrell says Ireland "back themselves against anyone" after they beat the All Blacks in New Zealand for the first time to set up a series decider in Wellington on Saturday.
Ireland fighting for series survival
New Zealand and Ireland are preparing for a second titanic test in Dunedin as the tourists fight to stay alive in the series and the All Blacks look to drive home their advantage.
Ireland's tourism industry
Tourism Ireland's Head of North America & Australia, New Zealand, Alison Metcalf is also in the country. Charlotte speaks with her about Ireland's tourism and her trip to New Zealand which coincides… Audio
Wallaby superstar Folau to make Tonga debut
Israel Folau's four-year exile from Test rugby will end on Saturday when he starts for Tonga against Fiji in the Pacific Nations Cup.
Two debutants named in All Blacks 23 to play Ireland
Crusaders winger Leicester Fainga'anuku will make his All Blacks debut on the wing, while Chiefs loosie Pita Gus Sowakula will debut off the bench in the first test against Ireland.
John Kirwan on the inaugural 1987 Rugby World Cup win
Today we're joined by Sir John Kirwan to discuss the 1987 Rugby World Cup winning All Blacks team. Audio
Rugby extends concussion stand down period
World Rugby has changed its Graduated Return to Play protocols which will now require elite players with concussion symptoms to avoid playing for a minimum of 12 days.
Wales legend Phil Bennett dies
Legendary Wales and British and Irish Lions captain and fly-half Phil Bennett has died at the age of 73.
