Army bridge builder nails Black Ferns XV
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Alice Soper: Black Ferns squads raise questions as to the state of the women’s game
OPINION: The strategy behind Black Ferns XV is just as confusing as the name itself.
Editorial: All Blacks' gloss is off, but do we really care any more?
EDTITORIAL: Once upon a time any loss would be viewed as a catastrophe. Now? Meh!
Ruby Tui returns to Black Ferns
Ruby Tui has returned to the Black Ferns while form has been rewarded with selection.
How women's rugby has become unrecognisable in six short years
OPINION: Alice Soper says the goalposts have shifted, and so have the standards.
Black Ferns coach unconcerned by All Blacks clash
The Black Ferns will kick off their WXV campaign in the last week of the Rugby World Cup.
Highs and lows of a home World Cup: Black Ferns' message to Football Ferns
The Black Ferns know all too well the added pressure that comes with a home World Cup.
Former Black Ferns captain's miracle baby
After a year of heartbreak, Les Elder is expecting her second child.
Black Ferns overcome first-half scare to beat USA
The Black Ferns' bench fired them to a comeback win.
Black Ferns name youngest captain in side's history
Black Ferns lock Maiakawanakaulani Roos will lead the Black Ferns for the first time.
Phil Gifford: The big decision now facing Ian Foster
Phil Gifford presents his seven talking points from a great weekend for Kiwi rugby teams.
Clinical Black Ferns brush past Canada in Pacific Four test
Despite what the scoreline might suggest, it was a test in every sense of the word.
Live: Clinical Black Ferns put 50 points on Canada
All the Pacific Four action between the Black Ferns and Canada.
The surprise change in Black Ferns squad to play Canada
The Super Rugby Aupiki season’s most valuable player will make her debut for the Ferns.
Bunting makes three changes to Black Ferns team for Canada clash
Head coach names a settled team for this weekend’s clash in Ottawa.
Black Fern reveals benefits of Australian Super Rugby stint
Amy Rule went to Australia searching for knowledge she couldn't get at home.
Black Ferns helping make rugby great again - Phil Gifford
OPINION: The Black Ferns showed how their revival is continuing at pace.
Five players to watch during the Black Ferns' 2023 campaign
Who to watch in 2023 - and what the assistant coach expects them to show.
Paul Lewis: The grim under-20 results that indicate where NZ rugby is heading
The men are struggling at all levels - NZ rugby may have more of a female future.
'She's electric': The 19-year-old set to be the Black Ferns' new star
Young midfielder has wasted no time in staking her claim to the No 12 jersey.
Starting with a bang: Black Ferns destroy Australia
The Black Ferns new era has begun with a bang.
'We were born to attack': What to expect from Allan Bunting's Black Ferns
Allan Bunting will bring his own brand of rugby to the Black Ferns.
First Black Ferns squad of 2023 revealed
Six new names feature in the first Black Ferns side of 2023.
How Black Ferns plan to build on World Cup triumph after big changes
Change has been a common trend for the side over the past couple of years.
Rugby star's challenge to New Zealanders: save money and the planet
Black Fern Portia Woodman-Wickliffe is on a mission to reduce food waste.
Nine rookies named in first Black Ferns squad of 2023
A new era for the Rugby World Cup-winning Black Ferns is under way.
Arise, Sir Smithy: 'The Professor' is honoured by the King
Why unseen moments matter most for rugby's newest Knight.
Dame Jacinda Ardern, Sir Wayne Smith, Queen Camilla lead Honours list
More than 180 honoured, including former PM, All Blacks coach, investigative journalist.
Melodie Robinson at 50: ‘I couldn’t have imagined my life now’
The sports broadcaster tells the Woman's Weekly why she’s kicking up her heels.
Players v sponsors? Inside NZ Rugby’s messy rainbow flag saga
Ruby Tui’s rainbow flag request may be a sign of trouble for NZ Rugby.
New year, new faces and new challenges for Black Ferns
Team discuss new pressures — and opportunities — at their first camp of the year.
'Not that simple': NZ Rugby boss responds to Ruby Tui saga
Ruby Tui opted not to be involved in the first run of Black Ferns cards.
Jack Tame: We’re all for rainbow rights, until it impacts our bottom line
OPINION: Rainbow rights aren’t just a personal cause.
'I’m a bit different as a coach': What Wayne Smith will bring to new role
The family bach awaited Wayne Smith, but now he's back involved with the All Blacks.