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Twenty years later: The Brian O’Driscoll tackle
O'Driscoll's injury in 2005 is still a talking point for followers of the game.
Principals seek support after 80% spike in students disciplined for weapons
Figures show 526 students faced discipline for weapons last year.
Editorial: Super Rugby Pacific has turned around – and fast
OPINION: Super Rugby Pacific's changes have sped up the game and made it a better watch.
Wellingtonians now pay far than most Kiwis for insurance
The capital is facing heftier price rises on already higher insurance premiums.
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Gregor Paul: The questions raised by Razor's All Blacks cuts
Scott Robertson's 33-man squad raises questions about selection strategy.
Crusaders celebrate Super Rugby title with triumphant Christchurch parade
Fans lined Christchurch streets for the Crusaders’ Champions Parade today.
Lost their way: Auckland Grammar fall to Sacred Heart in tough contest
Christchurch Boys' High won a thrilling match against St Thomas 61-40.
'Pallet hotel' - Foodstuffs South Island boosting frozen storage by more than 200%
Supermarket owner to expand frozen capacity by 222%, strike third-party warehouse deals.
Lord Spencer storms to victory at Te Aroha, impresses ahead of features
Lord Spencer won the Silver Fern Farms Hurdle at Te Aroha on Sunday.
Phil Gifford: How Crusaders' resilience toppled the Chiefs in epic final
OPINION: Rivez Reihana was man of the match, scoring crucial penalties in the final.
Northland retirement village residents rally for urgent law changes
Public consultation on the Retirement Villages Act review began in 2023.
Departing Chiefs coach McMillian content despite Super Rugby heartbreak
In five seasons under Clayton McMillan, the Chiefs lost four finals.
Paul Lewis: The tough midfield choices facing the All Blacks
OPINION: Potential players face tough competition for a spot in the All Blacks' midfield.
'Not sure yet' – Penney coy on Crusaders coaching future
Rob Penney is keeping his cards close to his chest with regards to his coaching future.
Body found in search for missing Christchurch woman
Elisabeth Nicholls was reported missing from Riccarton on June 4.
New All Blacks squad: The four rookies who could get call-up
As many as four rookies could force their way into Scott Robertson's All Blacks squad.
Super Rugby final player ratings: One All Black picked the worst time to disappoint
Opinion: Which players made their case for All Blacks selection?
Kiwi chef reveals most surprising foodie region in Aotearoa
The chef chats to Herald Travel about unforgettable foodie experiences in Aotearoa.
Nadine Higgins: Alternative ways to get on the property ladder
Prices and interest rates have fallen, offering a window to buy homes now.
Liam Napier: Super Rugby final redemption and agony in equal measures
OPINION: Sport, with its fine margins such as this, can be beautiful and brutal.
Crusaders claim Super Rugby Pacific title
The Crusaders saw off the Chiefs in a physical encounter in Christchurch.
Ex-All Black tells of surviving 'terminal' cancer and battling brother for black jersey
At 15, Greg Cooper was told he had only six months to live.
Victor Rodger's play Black Faggot, was groundbreaking - how relevant is it today?
'I forbade my mother from seeing it. There's a lot of sex talk in the show.'
Liam Napier: Where the Chiefs could edge the Crusaders in Super Rugby final
OPINION: Breaking down just where the decider can be won.
Why are we cutting our babies' tongues? Warning as surgeries on newborns triple
An anaesthetist told the Herald he refused to assist with tongue-tie surgery.
Ranking every Super Rugby final from worst to best
Where will Saturday's final eventually rank amongst the annals?
Smoke from plane at Christchurch Airport, fluid leak suspected
Firefighters responded shortly before 9am on Friday.