Rugby World Cup
Still more expected from the Black Ferns
Black Ferns coach Wayne Smith is wanting more from his side despite another comfortable victory to finish pool play at the World Cup.
Are there any other contenders for the Rugby World Cup?
The Black Ferns face a stern challenge to hold on to the Rugby World Cup trophy with the strongest contenders coming from the Northern Hemisphere.
France lose star halfback Laure Sansus
France has lost one of it's star players while suspension could rule out an Australian for the rest of the Rugby World Cup.
"Dumb penalties" frustrating Black Ferns coach
The Black Ferns have booked a place in the quarterfinals of the Rugby World Cup but coach Wayne Smith is frustrated with a lack of discipline.
US women's rugby team have pai pie time in Ngunguru
Who ate all the pies? It turns out one women's Rugby World Cup team has given it their best shot. On the eve of the tournament's kick-off the USA team are the talk of the Northland town of Tūtūkākā… Video, Audio
RWC will leave a lasting legacy
The organisers of the Rugby World Cup in New Zealand are confident the tournament will leave a lasting legacy for the sport and the women's game.
Rugby: Black Ferns - 'Once were Weirdos'
Twenty years ago female rugby players regarded as 'Weirdos' says Black Ferns assistant coach Wes Clarke - but now the country is getting behind them.
The Week in Detail: Lotto, rugby and local elections
The Detail podcast brings you the issues behind the news every weekday. Here's what we covered this week. Audio
The Week in Detail: Lotto, rugby and local elections
The Detail podcast brings you the issues behind the news every weekday. Here's what we covered this week.
AudioPutting women's rugby on the world stage
With the Rugby World Cup getting underway next month, The Detail takes a closer look at what it means for the women's game. Audio
Putting women's rugby on the world stage
With the Rugby World Cup getting underway next month, The Detail takes a closer look at what it means for the women's game.
AudioSports commentator Dana Johannsen
Sport correspondent Dana Johannsen talks to Kathryn about whether debate on the All Blacks rugby coach will die down, now that Ian Foster will be retained as All Blacks coach through to the 2023 World… Audio
Sports news in brief
Leali'ifano rated top Moana player, Pacific Mini Games disappointment, and futsal team's European invitation
Calling Home: Sene Naoupu in Dublin
Wellington-born, Oamaru-raised Ireland rugby international Sene Naoupu is one of the most prolific and remarkable figures in the oval ball world. She's Calling Home from Dublin this morning. Audio
Calling Home: Clint Heine in London
Clint Heine is the founder of the popular Kiwis in London Facebook page, which attracts nearly 90,000 followers and is something of a one-stop shop for Kiwis. He's normally based in Twickenham, but is… Audio
Who wants to host the Rugby World Cup?
World Rugby wants expression of interest in hosting the next Rugby World Cup tournaments, but interest may not be high following the Covid-19 pandemic.
Black Ferns to open World Cup campaign against Australia at Eden Park
The defending champions will meet Australia at Eden Park in their opening game of the Rugby World Cup in September.
Calling Home: James Griffiths in Geneva
James Griffiths works as an independent sustainability advisor in Geneva and is more than happy with his lot, despite the high cost of living and the fact he still misses his fellow countrymen and… Audio
Calling Home: Jessica Gerrity in Saitama, Japan
Jessica Gerrity moved to Japan 18 years ago, without any Japanese language skills. After learning the language, thanks largely to watching TV, it wasn't long before she found herself working as a TV… Audio, Gallery
