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'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.

Highlanders score yet another loss in Queensland

Ethan de Groot of the Highlanders is tackled during tonight's round three Super Rugby match...

Highlanders score yet another loss in Queensland

Brisbane. Nice place to holiday. Lousy place to play rugby.

Razor lands a new job

All Blacks coach Scott Robertson. File photo

Razor lands a new job

Former All Blacks and Crusaders coach Scott Robertson will get his shot at redemption against the Springboks.

Finishing touches being put on stadium

The new stadium will have a "cauldron-like atmosphere". Photo: CCC

Finishing touches being put on Christchurch's new stadium

The seat numbers, couches and goal posts are among the final touches being added to Christchurch's new $683 million stadium before it opens in April.

Crusaders thrashed by Brumbies in Christchurch

Leicester Fainga’anuku of the Crusaders charges forward during the Super Rugby Pacific match...

Crusaders thrashed by Brumbies in Christchurch

The Brumbies have handed defending champions the Crusaders a 50-24 thrashing on Sunday to pick up their first win in Christchurch since 2000.

Chiefs push on to eighth straight win against Landers

Cameron Millar of the Highlanders charges forward during tonight's Super Rugby match against the...

Chiefs push on to eighth straight win against Landers

Eight straight losses to the Chiefs does not sound great but the Highlanders were far from disgraced tonight.

Highlanders tip up Crusaders

Cameron Millar strikes the winning penalty from 47m out against the Crusaders at Forsyth Barr...

Highlanders tip up Crusaders

Cameron Millar was the man of the hour again as the Highlanders shocked the Crusaders to make the perfect start to the Super Rugby season.

Highlander's death due to natural causes

Highlanders player died of natural causes: Coroner

Highlanders and Māori All Blacks player Connor Garden-Bachop died suddenly of natural causes, a coroner has found.

Players show support for Savea in wake of Robertson sacking

Scott Robertson and Ardie Savea at a media conference in 2024. Photo: Getty Images

Players show support for Savea in wake of Robertson sacking

Senior All Blacks have closed ranks around Ardie Savea after the superstar flanker bore the brunt of public backlash for head coach Scott Robertson's sacking.

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