Controversy corner: The hottest sporting takes of 2023
The most divisive topics of 2023 are tackled by NZME's sports journalists.
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NZ's highest-earning athletes ranked - who makes $30m a year?
The Herald reveals who we believe are the highest-paid Kiwi sports people in the world.
Phil Gifford: The greatest All Blacks coaches of all time
OPINION: Five of the top columns of the year from Phil Gifford.
Game days: The best sports encounters of 2023
Our experts discuss their favourite sports matches of 2023.
Quiz: 2023 sports year in review
Test your sporting knowledge from all the sporting events across the last 12 months.
Re-sign, or let them leave? The two fascinating decisions for NZ Rugby
Two star players are out of contract - but re-signing them isn't as simple as it looks.
Schmidt to Wallabies? Australia strongly pursuing former ABs assistant
Schmidt has reportedly been reluctant to join the Wallabies ranks in recent years.
NZ Rugby's $60m commitment to grassroots development
From grassroots to glory, the Silver Lake underwrite injects revenue into NZ rugby.
'More complex than cannibalism': The true story behind Andean plane crash
Film set to tell dramatic tale of survivors from Uruguayan Air Force Flight F571 in 1972.
When to expect the appointment of a Super Rugby CEO
The timeline for the appointment of the new role has become clearer.
Exclusive: All Blacks hotel proposed as part of Auckland development
The proposed hotel could drive internal and external tourism to downtown Auckland.
Cyclone to Hurricanes: How rugby provided normality for Teilah Ferguson
A mum-and-daughter duo found comfort in sport after Gabrielle claimed their home.
Exclusive: NZR backs 'transformational' Auckland waterfront stadium
It's a change of tack for New Zealand Rugby, who have traditionally been neutral.
Waikato Rugby president named volunteer of the year
A big supporter of grassroots rugby, Grainger has been involved in the game for decades.
Playing a variety of sports improves performance
Will Jordan and Maia Roos are helping to create change by sharing their stories.
Westlake claim rugby's World Schools title with thrilling win
Westlake underlines their emergence as a powerhouse rugby school.
NZR's latest Silver Lake battle could head to High Court
The Rugby Players’ Association and New Zealand Rugby have resumed hostilities.
Mo’unga v Cane: All Blacks clash in Japan
Richie Mo’unga and Shannon Frizell get one over their former skipper Sam Cane.
Rugby database seeks to settle the arguments
Race against time to digitise New Zealand rugby before old records are lost forever.
Gregor Paul: The state of a divided rugby nation
Despite various meetings, the situation has been described as a stalemate.
Fight over ex-AB's rugby ground - locals want sport banned on Māori battlefield site
A battle heats up over the home ground of a grassroots All Blacks rugby hero.
Eddie, Rassie and the golden age of rugby coaching dramas
International rugby coaches are suddenly fun to follow.
Westlake through to final of World Schools Festival
In Sunday’s final Westlake will face Ireland’s St Michael’s College.
Auckland stadium jigsaw: Behind the pitches made to council
The final four proposals each gave a pivotal 75-minute presentation on Monday.
Eddie Jones to face All Blacks again as he looks to rebuild reputation
It won't be long before Jones encounters the ABs once more, this time guiding Japan.
Moana Pasifika to host Highlanders in historic clash in Tonga
Match will give Tongan players the chance to showcase their talents in front of families.
SBW slams 'lying' Eddie Jones: 'I feel sorry for Japan’
Sonny Bill Williams says he feels sorry for the Japan rugby team.
Guilt-free Jones denies Japan interview during World Cup
Eddie Jones says his Wallabies exit to join Japan sits well with him.
Ardie Savea takes top honour at NZ Rugby Awards
Ardie Savea has been named the Kelvin R. Tremain Memorial player of the year.
John Mitchell: I’m not an Eddie Jones
The 59-year-old has always denied that a rift opened up between him and Jones.
Alice Soper: Why Wallaroos have just closed the gap on Black Ferns
The new Wallaroos coach is a big get.
Westlake eye world First XV title after dramatic quarter
Westlake Boys High staged a remarkable comeback to make the semifinals.