Lima Sopoaga's departure means the All Blacks must start their first-five grooming again.

Julian "The Bus" Savea featured in an advertisement for a Wellington bus company.

New Highlanders coach Aaron Mauger will be on the hunt to replace All Black Lima Sopoaga.

An emotional Sopoaga confirmed that he will be leaving NZ at the end of the 2018 season.

Barry Thomas, one of the heroes of Auckland's memorable Ranfurly Shield era, has died

Stuart Hogg has re-watched Scotland's defeat 'too many times'

England playmaker Owen Farrell is the best rugby player in the world

From Whanganui High School to the All Blacks and on to business success.

Patrick McKendry takes a look at his crystal rugby ball to see what lies ahead.

Chris Rattue: A hero takes a knighthood, a fan takes a blow.

Contributors to NZ community, culture, entertainment, sport recognised in New Year Honours

All Blacks legend helps tackle an out-of-control scrub fire near the town of Hororata.

Quade Cooper was looking relaxed despite questions about his future.

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New Zealand Rugby set to get NZ$37 million as a result of France's winning World Cup bid.

Chris Rattue: All Blacks v England in 2018 has us drooling, and shows that less is more.

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Tj Perenara's test jersey is expected to raise thousands for injured fighter Ra Redden.

Former All Black Richie McCaw will fly the Queen's baton to its next stop in Kaikōura.

'Sorry figure' Dan Carter received a 'light' drink driving fine in secret hearing.

McLeod is back in a defensive coaching capacity and impressed by attention to detail.

A "priceless" gift from Luke McAlister to his young son has been stolen.

Julian Savea has admitted that he has thought about a potential switch to rugby league.

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All Blacks' superstar winger is taking a laid-back approach to life.

ABs' captain may recover quickly but back op not quick fix.

All Black Sam Whitelock said playing with his brother was the pinnacle of his season.

Overcoming his back operation will be a big challenge.

See all the award winners from the New Zealand Rugby awards.

Sam Whitelock beats ABs teammate Rieko Ioane to player of the year gong.