New Zealand Rugby
Shake-up headed for NZ Rugby
Sports journalist Hamish Bidwell talks about the shake-up headed for New Zealand Rugby, and the state of the game now. Audio
Rugby TV deal creates claims of conflicts
Sky and NZ Rugby sprang a surprise this week making a unique deal for TV rights with no bids from any other broadcaster. It's raised questions about conflicts of interest - and compromises in… Video, Audio
Rugby TV deal creates claims of conflicts
Sky and NZ Rugby sprang a surprise this week making a unique deal for TV rights with no bids from any other broadcaster. It's raised questions about conflicts of interest - and compromises in…
Video, AudioFormer All Black takes charge of New Zealand Rugby
Former All Black Mark Robinson has been appointed the new chief executive of New Zealand Rugby.
Chris Laidlaw on the passing of All Blacks great Sir Brian Lochore
Chris Laidlaw joins the show to share some memories of former teammate Sir Brian Lochore, who has died aged 78. Audio
All Black jersey reveal pulls the wool over fans' eyes
The latest World Cup jersey was unveiled with a comprehensive All Blacks PR blitz this week - and a premium price tag.. The media marvelled at its cutting edge design, but it wasn’t clear whether…
Crusaders 'desperately' want CCTV footage of alleged incident
The Crusaders boss is continuing to back team players accused of inappropriate and homophobic behaviour, and says the club looks forward to evidence coming out to clear their names. Audio
Steve Hansen confirms he will step down
The All Blacks coach says whoever replaces him will bring a new perspective. Video
NZ rugby referees get more flexibility with contentious calls
New Zealand referees will have greater flexibility for dealing with foul play in the new National Provincial Competition. After several controversial calls in the recent June Test series between the… Audio
Fair Play: Being female in sport is not a disability
WRFU listed "female player" alongside "physical" and "developmental" conditions. Zoë George, NZRU’s Cate Sexton, Disability Rights Commissioner Paula Tesoriero and para-climber Rachel Carter discuss… Audio
Shields' exit is telling sign of England's desperate state
Opinion - Brad Shields' selection for England may not be a big deal in the grand scheme of things but his departure sends a message about the missed opportunities with the All Blacks and England's…
Shields' exit is telling sign of England's desperate state
Brad Shields' selection for England may not be a big deal in the grand scheme of things but his departure sends a message about the missed opportunities with the All Blacks writes Jamie Wall.
Rugby talent being poached by overseas clubs
New Zealand rugby boss Steve Tew says potential future All Blacks as young as 15 are being plundered by overseas clubs. Video, Audio
NZR set for big payday
New Zealand Rugby are set to profit $37 million from the 2023 World Cup in France.
Don Tricker heading to the Padres
The former New Zealand softballer Don Tricker is leaving his job with New Zealand Rugby to work for the San Diego Padres Major League Baseball club.
Rugby's drinking culture under scrutiny in review
More than half of the misconduct investigated over the past four years involved alcohol, the review sparked by last year's stripper scandal has found.
NZRU panel recommends changes to impove rugby culture
New Zealand Rugby has investigated 36 cases of misconduct in the past four years including inappropriate sexual behaviour, violence and drug and alcohol offences. Audio
NZRU CEO: 'There's work to be done'
New Zealand Rugby says it's determined to address the specifics, and the broader flaws in the culture of our national sport. Its CEO Steve Tew talks to John Campbell. Audio
Rugby fronts up to mental health
New Zealand Rugby has launched a website and social media campaign offering the rugby community help and advice about mental fitness, mental health and wellbeing. Video, Audio
Public anger over a controversial court ruling mirrored by the media
Losi Filipo's controversial discharge without conviction sparked outrage among the public and the media alike this week. Important facts about the law were obscured by all the anger and calls for… Audio
