Rugby World Cup
Gregor Paul: Beauden Barrett’s tricky path to All Blacks reinvention
OPINION: We will soon find out if Barrett can join the pantheon of re-inventors.
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Stories and analysis from The Northern Express Herald.
Alice Soper: Dissecting the WXV attendance issue - what went wrong?
OPINION: Women's rugby needs its marketers to step up their game.
Beauden Barrett looks set to return after Japan stint
In February it was announced the utility superstar had signed a deal in Japan.
Beauden Barrett looks set to return after Japan stint
In February it was announced the utility superstar had signed a deal in Japan.
World Rugby accused of misleading public on safety of head impacts
A renowned neuropathologist has slammed a joint study about head knocks.
All Blacks v Fortnite: NZ broadband use spikes to all-time high
The network coped ably with the urge to surge.
'It crosses that line': Wayne Barnes opens up on 'vile' messages
The retiring referee says more should be done to stop social media abuse.
Officiating crisis: Are VAR and TMO ruining sport?
The VAR and TMO are increasingly dominating post-match discussions.
Springbok at centre of World Cup racism allegation calls England ‘unprofessional’
Bongi Mbonambi has opened up on misunderstanding for the first time.
Gregor Paul: What the Scott Robertson All Blacks are walking into
The All Blacks face an enormously challenging itinerary and pressure to win next year.
ABs coach talks after family threatened by knife-wielding man at World Cup
Ian Foster says the incident didn't impact his family's time in Paris.
Sam Cane hit with ban after World Cup final red card
Sam Cane will have to wait a bit longer to play for his new club.
Groundbreaking study reveals rugby's impact on players' heads
The science of rugby - revealing the truth about head forces in the game.
Ian Foster's family threatened by knife-wielding mugger at World Cup
It is unknown whether an official complaint was made to the police.
Phil Gifford: Rugby has a problem - the scary thing is the world disagrees
OPINION: As long as the boardroom power remains with the UK and SA, we're screwed.
'It's not perfect': Why NZR boss doesn't want All Blacks to be selected from overseas
Super Rugby is seen as New Zealand's competitive advantage.
'Sub-standard': All Blacks stayed in 'dog of a hotel' on eve of World Cup
Members of the All Blacks were forced to sleep on mattresses in the hallway.
‘Not a win for the All Blacks but it was a win for te reo Māori’
Pēwhairangi and Harawira were the perfect candidates for this big responsibility.
Special votes confirm Winston Peters holds the power - so what does he really want?
Another week of big stories covered by the NZ Herald podcast team.
It’s time to introduce the ‘orange card’, rugby educator says
Card would specifically be for dealing with “incidental contact” in high tackles.
Gutted to lose him for the season: Chiefs boss on Sam Cane's Tokyo shift
Chiefs skipper takes break from NZ to play in Japan.
‘More than just rugby’: World Cup win generates harmony in South Africa
New York Times: RWC win has helped provide an escape from the country's troubles.
Revealed: Foster spurned job talks on eve of World Cup
Ian Foster turned down possible coaching offers to concentrate on the World Cup.
Ian Foster reflects on stint as All Blacks coach
Ian Foster talks to Newstalk ZB's Mike Hosking after ending his stint as All Blacks coach.
Wayne Barnes retires: ‘The abuse has become too much’
Wayne Barnes bows out as the most experienced referee in the history of the game.
'Refereed on replay': How Sir Steve Hansen would fix rugby
Hansen didn't mince words as a coach, either.
Opinion: It's only a game and no one died
OPINION: There were so many winners at the Rugby World Cup, writes Tommy Wilson.
Alice Soper: New Zealand's national sport is finding someone to blame
OPINION: Fans, pundits and players alike, would do well to remember the grassroots way.
'Wouldn't rule anything out': Former Wallabies coach's shortlist to replace Jones
Ian Foster makes a former Wallabies coach's shortlist.
'Instagram official': Top broadcaster's rugby romance revealed
Shrimpton recently separated from husband Mike Sanders after 5 years of marriage.