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Chris Rattue speaks to Black Ferns sevens veteran Sarah Hirini.
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The Black Ferns have had one of their worst days in years at the World Series in Japan.
Black Ferns Sevens' touching tribute to Christchurch victims
The women's side will wear warm-up shirts with the names of the 50 victims on the back.
Former Black Fern to become first ever NZ Barbie
Melodie Robinson will have the first ever New Zealand Barbie made in her likeness.
Bay's Luka Connor works hard to move forward in rugby
Luka Connor loves the Bay of Plenty and wants to remain in her own province.
Phil Gifford: How to save NZ rugby
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Black Ferns continue hot form in Sydney Sevens
NZ kicked off their sevens season the same way they finished their last - with more wins.
Black Ferns Sevens aim to continue success in Sydney
Third leg of women's HSBC World Rugby Sevens Series gets underway in Sydney this week.
'Sisters' set to sizzle at home for the first time
The 'Sevens Sisters' will play France, China and England in this weekend's tournament.
Watch: Black Ferns giant Katie Mata'u scatters opponents
WATCH: Black Fern superstar's unstoppable on try-scoring run in Europe.
Honour role: Michaela models game on mum
Michaela Blyde is one of few rugby players who had a female role model growing up.
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"It's so my head doesn't get too big and I can fit out the door."
Women's rugby deserves game's top awards
EDITORIAL: Player of the year helps put women's rugby on the map.
10 things to know about NZ's player of the year
Cocksedge first picked up a rugby ball at four, and became a goal-kicker in her back yard.
Gregor Paul: How one woman shattered rugby's biggest lie
COMMENT: They'll say Kendra Cocksedge's win is a gimmick. They couldn't be more wrong.
Trailblazer: Kendra Cocksedge beats All Blacks to make rugby history
Black Ferns halfback beats Richie Mo'unga, Brodie Retallick and Codie Taylor to top gong.
Gray: Why women will likely never win NZ Rugby's top award
COMMENT: Kendra Cocksedge's elevation to the final four will create debate.
Black Ferns extend win streak
Black Ferns continued to prove they are the world's best team in women's sevens.
'Totally unfair': Black Ferns star slams lack of TV coverage
World player of the year Michaela Blyde laments lack of TV coverage of the Black Ferns.
Goodhue scoops three Far North Sports Awards
The All Black midfielder won three awards at the ceremony in Kaitaia on Friday.
Three Bay of Plenty women up for Best Try of 2018 Award
Michaela Blyde, Kelly Brazier and Renee Wickliffe have been named among the top 10.
Sacre bleu! Black Ferns stunned by France
The world champions have lost to France for the first time ever, going down 30-27.
Editorial: Women's rugby needs crowds at its World Cup
EDITORIAL: Hosting the Women's Rugby World Cup should boost women's rugby in New Zealand.
Why the 2021 women's World Cup is mainly an Auckland affair
NZ will host the 2021 women's World Cup, or to be more accurate Auckland and Whangarei.
Another win over Aussie: Rugby World Cup coming to NZ
New Zealand defeats Australia to win right to host women's Rugby World Cup in 2021.
Wellington to host ABs v Springboks RWC dress rehearsal
The All Blacks will play South Africa in a mouth-watering World Cup dress rehearsal.
Live: Black Ferns scrape past France in Toulon
Follow live as the Black Ferns take on France in the first clash of their two-test series.
Black Ferns thrash USA at Soldier Field
The Black Ferns kicked off with a dominating 67-6 win over the USA Eagles.
As it happened: Black Ferns thrash USA at Soldier Field
Follow live as the Black Ferns take on USA in a historic triple header in Chicago.
Three new caps named in Black Ferns squad
Black Ferns head coach Glenn Moore has called three new players into his squad.