As it happened: Waikato crush Wellington
All the action as Waikato take on Wellington in the Mitre 10 Cup.
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Farah Palmer Cup live: Waikato v Taranaki
All the action as Waikato host Taranaki in the Farah Palmer Cup.
The rising stars to watch in the Mitre 10 Cup
Four players set for breakout Mitre 10 Cup campaigns.
One more title? Dan Carter's heartwarming NZ rugby return
He was denied a chance with the Blues, but Dan Carter is pulling on the boots once again.
NZR boss: Why All Blacks stars could skip Rugby Championship
NZ Rugby boss places blame firmly at the Government's feet for losing Rugby Championship.
NZR takes aim at PM's comment: Rugby boss reveals real reason NZ lost the championship
Tense negotiations to bring the Rugby Championship to NZ were harpooned by one thing.
Six bubbles of 100 spectators each at Semenoff Stadium
Tough for Northland Rugby Union to ask Taniwha fans not to come to the game.
All Blacks to the fore as Canterbury win opener
Canterbury's All Blacks contingent have led their side to a victory over North Harbour
'What politics?': Rugby bosses baffled by Ardern's comment
PM says politics ruined NZ's chance to host top competition. NZR and Sanzaar disagree.
Barrett brothers return to Mitre 10 Cup
Two classy All Blacks will feature for Taranaki against Bay of Plenty this weekend.
Gregor Paul: How self-destructive Govt cost us Rugby Championship
Comment: Shades of 2003 - Govt's protective arm around NZ starting to squeeze too tight.
Farah Palmer Cup as it happened: North Harbour v Bay of Plenty
Follow live as North Harbour take on Bay of Plenty in the Farah Palmer Cup.
Confirmed: Aussies pinch Rugby Championship - but not all bad for ABs
Australia has pinched the four-nation tournament from New Zealand.
Blame game: Ardern hits back at Rugby Championship claims
PM has distanced the Government - calling the outcome a result of "Sanzaar politics".
Power rankings: Who are the favourites in the Mitre 10 Cup?
Christopher Reive ranks the 14 teams in the Mitre 10 Cup ahead of the start of the season.
Mitre 10 Cup preview: All Blacks in action, teams, how to watch for free
This year's Mitre 10 Cup is shaping up to be one of the most highly-anticipated seasons.
Clash of the giants
Border have been front runners, while Ruapehu have come from last to make the semifinal.
Back this weekend: All Blacks legend's NZ return confirmed
A former All Blacks captain will take the field in the Mitre 10 Cup this weekend.
The first XV of NZ rugby clubs: White Star Rugby FC
Nestled between Buller River and Orowaiti Lagoon, is a club steeped in history.
Nervous wait: All Blacks star sidelined by injury
One of Auckland's best players and a key All Black has been ruled out for this weekend.
Gregor Paul: Revealed - NZ Rugby's Plan B could be the best thing in decades
Rugby bosses have contingency plans in place should the Rugby Championship not go ahead.
Patrick McKendry: Why 'losing' Rugby Champs to Aussie would be no failure
Comment: Any lessening of standards for a few rugby tests would be an insult to many.
First XV rugby: Auckland schools react to cancellation of 2020 season
What the premature end to rugby season means for Auckland's top schoolboys.
From pie smasher to bulldozer: All Black's sensational diet revelation
Asafo Aumua realised he would have to make changes if he was to live up to his potential.
Martin Devlin: We Need to Talk 10th September
Martin Devlin takes a moment to celebrate the heartwarming tradition of All Blacks naming day.
Key All Black signs through to 2023
The midfielder's signature adds to an exciting core of All Black signed on longterm.
'Discrimination': Former All Blacks star axed from Japanese club
A former All Black has been left without a team due to a controversial rule.
The first XV of NZ rugby clubs: Mid-Northern Rugby Club
Loyalty to Hūkerenui club as strong now as it was in the time of Going brothers, Morgan.
Drug testing to be scrapped for First XV rugby
Programme review finds schools are not the place to conduct drug testing.
Revealed: D-Day deal-breaker that could see Aussies snatch Rugby Championship
Sanzaar big-wigs to make call on test rugby after months of uncertainty and deliberation.
'We've all made this sacrifice': All Blacks legend's impassioned plea to Govt
Watch: The All Blacks legend called on the Government to make tests happen in New Zealand.
Liam Napier: Australian rugby's stark reality check - and what it means for NZR
Underwhelming broadcast deal could force Rugby Australia to make major cutbacks.
New game plan under Foster? All Blacks stars lift lid on squad selections
Will Ian Foster try and fight fire with fire with his new All Blacks squad?
Gregor Paul: Ian Foster's inevitable management problem
Comment: There's an element of false contentment that is projected by larger squads.