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New Linwood halfback Alex Johnson in action during preseason after joining from Auckland’s...

Linwood out to test champs first up

Linwood head coach Brendan Nolan insists there is “no bad blood” between his side and Marist Albion ahead of their first-round Metro rugby clash on Saturday.

High school pulls out of premier rugby competition

Rangiora High School first XV player Suliasi Uhatafe is tackled during the championship rugby...

Canterbury high school pulls out of premier rugby competition

Rangiora High School has pulled out of the Crusaders region's Miles Toyota First XV Premiership this season, and instead wants to create a combined rugby team from North Canterbury schools.

Taylor milestone as Crusaders to farewell stadium

Crusaders prop Codie Taylor (left) leads his team in celebrating another Super Rugby victory at...

Taylor milestone as Crusaders to farewell stadium

A bittersweet farewell awaits the Crusaders.

Crusaders ready to move into new stadium

'Going to be an absolute game changer': Crusaders ready to move into new stadium

With Christchurch's new stadium opening in a few weeks, the Crusaders are facing a significant change - leaving their home fortress behind and adapting to life under the roof.

All Blacks coaches announced

New All Blacks head coach Dave Rennie has picked his assistants: Tana Umaga, Neil Barnes and Mike Blair, who will join incumbent Jason Ryan.

Whitelock brings pro athlete mentality to real estate career

Adam Whitelock at his desk in the Bayleys Sumner office. He believes his experience as a...

Whitelock brings pro athlete mentality to real estate career

Hard work has defined Adam Whitelock’s life – whether preparing to start in midfield for the Crusaders or helping someone buy their first home.

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Crusaders capitalise on 'soft mistakes'

Referee Jordan Way shows one of three yellow cards to the Crusaders on Saturday night as captains...

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Crusaders capitalise on 'soft mistakes'

Chay Fihaki is surely bound for tackle school but the Highlanders might need to go back to lineout university this week.

Crusaders stage dramatic comeback over Highlanders

Oliver Haig of the Highlanders charges forward during tonight's round five Super Rugby match...

Crusaders stage dramatic comeback over Highlanders

History beckoned the Highlanders in Christchurch tonight but they wasted a golden opportunity to do the double over the old enemy.

Southbridge's prodigal son to return home

Former All Blacks and Crusaders first-five Dan Carter will lace up the boots in the blue-and-white hoops for the first time in six years at the club’s 150th jubilee.

'Borderline torture' bootcamp pushes squad to the limit

Lachie McCarthy carries a jerrycan through the Port Hills. PHOTO: CLARK PITHIE

'Borderline torture' bootcamp pushes squad to the limit

A hard pre-season is a rite of passage for sports teams, amateur and professional alike - and Lincoln University’s rugby squad endured one of the toughest imaginable as they build towards the Metro season.

'Ugly': Crusaders struggle against Blues without star

Crusader David Havilli tries to stop Caleb Clark from scoring one of three tries during Saturday...

'Ugly': Crusaders struggle against Blues without star

World class one week, woeful the next.

Highlanders bounce back against Western Force

Timoci Tavatavanawai of the Highlanders charges forward during today's Super Rugby match against...

Highlanders bounce back against Western Force

The Highlanders provided a nice pick-me-up for their coach with an entertaining 39-31 win over the Western Force at Forsyth Barr Stadium today.

Canterbury assistant coaches named

Canterbury's NPC coaching team for the upcoming season has been revealed.

Dave Rennie picked for All Blacks top job

Dave Rennie picked for All Blacks top job

Dave Rennie is the new All Blacks coach which means Jamie Joseph will be remaining with the Highlanders.

Williams gets three-week ban for dangerous play

Tamaiti Williams will miss games against the Blues, Highlanders and Moana Pasifika. Photo: Getty...

Williams gets three-week ban for dangerous play

Crusaders and All Blacks prop Tamaiti Williams will serve a three-week suspension after being found guilty of dangerous play during Saturday's win over the Chiefs.