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    Shane Christie, pictured when he was the Highlanders’ defence coach in 2021. Photo: Gerard O'Brien

    'How many more people have got to die?'

    Former Highlanders co-captain Shane Christie’s sudden death has sparked more questions about how seriously New Zealand Rugby takes head injuries.

    Bower on Otago bench after release from ABs

    George Bower. Photo: Gregor Richardson

    Bower on Otago bench after release from ABs

    Otago will power up with Bower.

    'Deep sadness': Ex-Highlander Shane Christie dies

    Former Highlander Shane Christie dies

    Former Highlanders flanker Shane Christie has died in Nelson aged 39.

    Bower on bench for Otago clash

    George Bower is back to bolster Otago in their match against Tasman on Saturday night. PHOTO:...

    Bower on bench for Otago clash

    All Black prop George Bower has been released and will start from the bench for Otago this weekend.

    All Blacks stars to play for provincial teams

    Timoci Tavatavanawai is playing for Tasman this weekend. Photo: Getty Images

    All Blacks stars to play for provincial teams

    Sixteen members of the All Blacks Rugby Championship squad will play for their provincial unions this weekend.

    Landers to face Crusaders in opening clash

    Landers to face Crusaders in opening clash

    The opening game of the 2026 Super Rugby Pacific season has been confirmed - and it is a big one.

    Kolisi fit to face All Blacks

    Siya Kolisi (right) during training in Johannesburg earlier this month. Photo: Reuters

    Kolisi fit to face All Blacks

    Captain Siya Kolisi has been passed fit for South Africa’s two-match away leg of the Rugby Championship in NZ, where they will hope to win at Eden Park in Auckland for the first time in 88 years.

    French club prepared to make big offer for Savea: report

    All Blacks loose forward Ardie Savea is reportedly being targeted by Racing 92. Photo: Getty Images

    French club prepared to make big offer for Savea: report

    French rugby giants Racing 92 are chasing All Black forward Ardie Savea.

    Black Ferns cruise past Spain in World Cup opener

    Portia Woodman-Wickliffe celebrates a try for the Black Ferns with Layla Sae and Renee Holmes...

    Black Ferns cruise past Spain in World Cup opener

    Portia Woodman-Wickliffe extended her Women's Rugby World Cup try-scoring record to 21 as the defending champion Black Ferns defeated Spain 54-8 in York this morning.

    Australia run rampant over Samoa

    Australia’s Maya Stewart kicks the ball clear as Samoa’s Sui Pauaraisa attempts to charge it down...

    Australia run rampant over Samoa

    Australia set a Women’s Rugby World Cup record with a 73-0 thumping of Samoa, while Canada and Scotland began their Pool B campaigns with impressive victories.

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    Second half sinks North Otago

    North Otago prop Mateo Qolisese tries to find a way through the Wairarapa-Bush defence during the...

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    Second half sinks North Otago

    Four tries in 11 minutes is enough to turn any game on its head.

    Top teams set to clash

    File photo

    Top teams set to clash

    The stage is set for an intra-city showdown for the inaugural Tuppy Diack Shield.

    Black Ferns, Spain ignore odds, as World Cup opener beckons

    Maia Joseph is part of an exciting crop of players at their first Rugby World Cup.  Photo: Getty...

    Black Ferns, Spain ignore odds, as World Cup opener beckons

    One team are the defending champions, the other are ranked 13th in the world.

    Otago inspire with confident win against Counties

    Dylan Pledger of Otago runs with the ball during today's NPC match against Counties-Manukau at...

    Otago inspire with confident win against Counties

    Otago are right where they want to be as they close on the round-robin mid-point.

    Spirit surge to top of table with win over Northland

    Spirit surge to top of table with win over Northland

    Otago have stormed to the top of the Championship standings with an impressive 48-15 win against Northland at Forsyth Barr Stadium this afternoon.

    Pumas claim historic win over All Blacks

    New Zealand's Fabian Holland puts a tackle in on Argentina's Pedro Rubiolo. Photo: Reuters

    Pumas claim historic win over All Blacks

    Argentina have made history by beating the All Blacks on home soil for the first time in Buenos Aires this morning.

    Springboks bounce back to beat Wallabies

    South Africa's Ox Nche runs the ball up against the Wallabies. Photo: Reuters

    Springboks bounce back to beat Wallabies

    South Africa have beaten Australia 30-22 in their second Rugby Championship test under rain in Cape Town to reignite the defence of their title.

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    Flanker keen to go distance for Old Golds

    North Otago flanker Mitch Morton warms up ahead of their Heartland game in Whanganui last week....

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    Flanker keen to go distance for Old Golds

    If you are prepared to make the three-hour round trip for trainings, you better be enjoying the experience.

    S. Island competition going ahead but details scarce

    The cases feature a range of sports, but it is understood that rugby players make up a...

    S. Island competition going ahead but details scarce

    A South Island-wide boys First XV competition will go ahead.

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    Spirit look to bring momentum home

    Otago Spirit replacement winger Meg Breen scores against North Harbour yesterday at Forsyth Barr...

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    Spirit look to bring momentum home

    You cannot ask for much more from the Otago Spirit from their opening games.
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