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Rugby great Fiao'o Fa'amausili to be inducted into Hall of Fame

Regarded as the one of the most formidable hookers in the game, Fa'amausili played in five World Cups winning four of them - the last as captain in 2017.

Black Ferns •Fri, Sep 30

Tubic ready for RWC after long journey back to Black Ferns

Described as "the most underrated rugby player NZ's ever had", it’s understandable why Hazel Tubic still finds it surreal that she's gearing up for next week's World Cup.

Black Ferns •Fri, Sep 30

Opinion: 'Budget' World Cup displays same old view of women's game

England face compromising travel arrangements on way to New Zealand but the cost-cutting isn't confined to them, writes Patrick McKendry.

Black Ferns •Thu, Sep 29

Kaua, Grant to become first female Super Rugby head coaches

Another milestone will be reached when Super Rugby Aupiki returns for its second season next year with the Chiefs and Hurricanes announcing the first female head coaches in the competition.

Hurricanes •Wed, Sep 28

Analysis: Why Woodman is a big problem for Black Ferns' RWC rivals

Black Ferns' wing, in hot form as evidenced by her seven tries against Japan, will rightly be seen as a huge attacking threat by opposition.

Black Ferns •Wed, Sep 28

Ruby Tui: Rugby star's chaotic childhood of drugs and violence

In an exclusive interview with TVNZ's Sunday, Olympic gold medallist Ruby Tui shares details of her incredibly tough childhood.

Social Issues •Sun, Sep 25

Portia Woodman scores seven tries as Black Ferns demolish Japan

Wing displays her pace and power as New Zealand run up 95 points in final World Cup warm-up at Eden Park.

Black Ferns •Sat, Sep 24

'Means a lot' - Black Fern takes quick leave from camp to graduate

Coach Wayne Smith gave Georgia Ponsonby a rare exemption from the team preparations to head back to Christchurch to receive her degree.

Black Ferns •Fri, Sep 23

Sevens stars injected into Black Ferns for final RWC warm-up

Sarah Hirini, Theresa Fitzpatrick and Portia Woodman have all been named to start against Japan while Stacey Fluhler will look to make an impact off the bench.

Black Ferns •Thu, Sep 22

Eden Park sold out for Black Ferns and All Blacks double-header

New Zealand Rugby has announced that 47,000 fans will pack out the stadium.

All Blacks •Sat, Sep 17

Semple gutted but understands Black Ferns RWC squad omission

After a horror year of injuries and illness, midfielder Chelsea Semple hoped experience, not game time, would see her make the cut.

Black Ferns •Wed, Sep 14

Hirini makes final cut as Smith's Black Ferns RWC squad named

Sevens star Sarah Hirini has been named in the 32-strong squad for the tournament but coach Wayne Smith has left out some other big names.

Black Ferns •Tue, Sep 13

'No.8 wire' mentality key for Black Ferns' RWC build-up, campaign

Wayne Smith is trusting his side's mental toughness to overcome all the obstacles their facing - including a recent spate of injuries in the Farah Palmer Cup final.

Black Ferns •Tue, Sep 13

NZ Sevens come up short, losing World Cup finals in Cape Town

The Sevens Sisters were pipped 24-22 by old rivals Australia before Fiji put on a masterclass against the All Blacks to reclaim the men's title 29-12.

Sevens •Mon, Sep 12