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Alice Soper: The big money lesson we must learn from European women's rugby
OPINION: More than 77,000 fans watched England thrash Ireland in this year's tournament.
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Black Fern has red card overturned ahead of Canada clash
Whitney Hansen made no changes to the side as they prepare for Canada this weekend.
Black Ferns begin new era with big win over USA
The Black Ferns kept the USA scoreless in the second half despite having three sin-binned.
'She'll hate me doing this': Black Ferns leader marks milestone as Hansen era begins
Ruahei Demant will become the most-capped Black Ferns captain on Sunday.
Demant set to become most-capped Black Ferns captain as three debutants named
'It’s exciting to reward our debutants with the opportunity to wear the black jersey.'
New coach, new faces, more tests: Inside the Black Ferns' massive 2026 schedule
The Black Ferns will play 11 tests in 2026, beginning with the Pacific Four Series.
Black Ferns lose veteran lock for Pacific Four series
Sam Taylor has been called into the squad for the first time as cover.
How surprise recall could reshape Black Ferns’ overseas player rules
'It might be an opportunity that’s taken advantage of again in the future.'
Sorensen-McGee re-signs with NZR; recommits to sevens and 15s
The 19-year-old will look to make her 15s return through Super Rugby Aupiki this year.
Hansen’s Black Ferns revolution honours a storied legacy
The new coach is ready to tap into past players' wisdom to help reclaim the World Cup.
Alice Soper: Why the Black Ferns Sevens now set the standard for rugby success
OPINION: They have a 90% win rate, 72% against rivals Australia.
Black Fern granted eligibility exemption in new-look first squad
Georgia Ponsonby has signed an interim contract with NZR due to injuries in her position.
‘We’re robbed of game time back home’: Black Ferns players thriving in England club rugby
Maia Roos and Liana Mikaele-Tu’u now face off in London for the first time.
Black Ferns clinch World Series crown, chase third straight US Sevens title
They face the USA next as they chase a third straight New York tournament win.
Whitney Hansen's four-point plan to drive Black Ferns revival
Hansen rose from club player to Black Ferns head coach in under 10 years.
Black Ferns uncover nugget of Central Otago gold
The Black Ferns Sevens have another sparkling talent in 21-year-old Olive Watherston.
Black Ferns legend retires after 18 years at top level
Kelly Brazier played in four Rugby World Cups, completing a comeback from injury.
Alice Soper: Mum's the word as rugby delivers crucial guidelines for new parents
OPINION: Separate guidelines cover elite players and self-led return for community mums.
The real story behind Women's Rugby World Cup coverage
Women featured in 44% of all sports stories during the five-week RWC.
Alice Soper: What All Blacks can learn from Black Ferns
OPINION: The Black Ferns turned a 2021 crisis into a 2022 World Cup title.
From Morrinsville to Black Ferns: Vici-Rose Green’s rapid rise to rugby’s top tier
It has been a rollercoaster year for the Morrinsville girl.
New era begins: Hansen takes charge of Black Ferns
Whitney Hansen becomes only the second female to lead the national women's side.
Alice Soper: The race to be the next Black Ferns coach is wide open
Two-time World Cup winner Darryl Suasua shapes as the bold wild card pick.
Sarah Hirini's life away from rugby: From World Cup glory to pilot licence
She earned a private pilot’s licence while touring with the Black Ferns Sevens.
All Blacks star dominates NZ Rugby awards
Ardie Savea has taken out New Zealand's biggest rugby prize for the third time.
'Most challenging thing': Robinson reflects as NZ Rugby era ends
Robinson steered NZ Rugby through Covid-19 and years of intense All Blacks scrutiny.
Big stage for Whangārei as Black Ferns lock in 2026 France showdown
The Whangārei test in October 2026 is expected to draw a big crowd.
'We've got plenty to prove': Black Ferns welcome familiar foes as home tests confirmed
The Black Ferns are expected to play a total of 10 tests in 2026, with four on home soil.
Changing of the guard: What Allan Bunting’s exit means for the Black Ferns
He was appointed to restore culture after the 2021 Black Ferns review.
'I’ve given everything': Why Bunting stepped away from Black Ferns role
'The last 14 years I’ve had the life beyond my wildest dreams,' Bunting says.