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Former Crusaders, Highlanders flanker farewelled

Former Crusaders, Highlanders flanker Shane Christie farewelled

Former Crusaders and Highlanders flanker Shane Christie has been remembered as a courageous leader and a staunch advocate for player welfare at his funeral service in Nelson.

Former Wallabies half-back had 30 concussions

Former Wallaby Brett Sheehan (second from left), flanked by (from left) former All Blacks Justin...

South Island-based former Wallabies half-back on life after 30 concussions

After a career in the NRL and Super Rugby, former Wallabies half-back Brett Sheehan was just 41 when he was told he had the brain of a 65-year-old.

Southland win Ranfurly Shield for first time since 2011

Fletcher Morgan of Southland celebrates after scoring a try during the NPC/Ranfurly Shield match...

Southland win Ranfurly Shield for first time since 2011

The Ranfurly Shield is heading back to Southland.

Otago Spirit run away against Tasman

Naomi Sopoaga scored two tries for Otago against Northland. File photo: Getty

Otago Spirit run away against Tasman

You cannot keep a bronco harnessed for long.

Tamaiti Williams re-signs for Crusaders

Tamaiti Williams re-signs for Crusaders, Canterbury

Prop Tamaiti Williams has re-signed with NZ Rugby, the Crusaders and Canterbury through to the end of 2029.

Big double-header at the Rangiora Showgrounds

Canterbury will take centre stage against Manawatu in the NPC at 2:05pm. Photo: Canterbury Rugby

Big double-header at the Rangiora Showgrounds

A festival of rugby will be held at the Rangiora Showgrounds on Saturday, as North Canterbury face Ellesmere and Canterbury take on Manawatu in the NPC.

Former Highlanders and Crusaders flanker dies

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

Highlanders, Crusaders to clash in 2026 Super Rugby opener

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

Black Ferns, Spain ignore odds, as RWC 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 RWC opener beckons

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

Otago grab confident win against Counties

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

Otago grab confident win against Counties

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

Argentina claim historic win over All Blacks

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

Argentina 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.

Top 4 beckons for victorious CGHS

Christchurch Girls’ High’s Alice Geary looks for an offload in their win over St Hilda’s. PHOTO:...

Top 4 beckons for victorious Christchurch Girls’ High

Christchurch Girls’ High School sealed its fifth straight Top 4 appearance with a commanding 75-12 win over St Hilda’s Collegiate in Saturday’s South Island final.

All Black tribute for late great uncle

Crusaders legend Justin Marshall has paid tribute to his great uncle, former All Black Lloyd Ashby, who has died aged 94.

CHBS not resting on their laurels

Christchurch Boys' High No 8 Sione Telefoni carries towards the line. PHOTO: THOMAS BIRD

Christchurch Boys’ High not resting on their laurels ahead of first XV final

Despite sealing the Miles Toyota Premiership title with their biggest win over Christ’s College in a decade, Christchurch Boys’ High have had to quickly refocus on Saturday's South Island first XV final.

Barrett back to lead All Blacks for Pumas clash

Scott Barrett (centre) returns to the second row with Fabian Holland for the All Blacks' first...

Barrett back to lead All Blacks for Pumas clash

Crusader Scott Barrett has returned from injury to lead the All Blacks, as coach Scott Robertson makes nine changes for the first test against the Pumas.