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The three top performers from round four of the Hilux NPC
The Log o’ Wood was last played in Whang?rei on September 22, 1979, when North Auckland lost to Auckland 9-3.
Adam Julian
23 Aug 2026, 14:47
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‘Inspire the next generation’: Northland end near 50-year Shield wait
Northland have brought an end to a Ranfurly Shield drought that stretches back almost 50 years, leaving players visibly emotional …
Finn Morton
20 Aug 2026, 17:44
All Blacks Sevens star shines as Northland end Ranfurly Shield drought
Northland have won the Ranfurly Shield for the first time since 1979 and claimed their first win in Christchurch since the late 19…
Finn Morton
20 Aug 2026, 2:06
Opinion
The four top performers from round three of the Hilux NPC
The third round of the NPC saw some landmark records established and new contenders emerge.
Adam Julian
16 Aug 2026, 23:43
Interview
Canterbury's latest Ranfurly Shield hero describes chaotic Otago win
Dominic Gardiner wrote himself into Ranfurly Shield folklore in Canterbury’s successful 19-15 challenge against Otago at Forsyth…
Adam Julian
12 Aug 2026, 15:35
Canterbury grind past Otago to regain Ranfurly Shield for 18th time
All Blacks first-five Richie Mo'unga was a steady hand for the away side on Sunday afternoon, while Jamie Hannah and Brodie McAlis…
Henry Lee
08 Aug 2026, 20:57
Interview
Du’Plessis Kirifi on shock centre switch and All Blacks omission
Wellington sprung a selection shock this week by naming flanker Du’Plessis Kirifi at inside centre ahead of a clash with Aucklan…
Finn Morton
06 Aug 2026, 20:43
Interview
Ranfurly Shield not only thing at stake for Corey Kellow against Otago
Corey Kellow isn’t a player who seeks the limelight. The dogged openside flanker, however, has scored a try in his last five NPC…
Adam Julian
05 Aug 2026, 20:14
Du'Plessis Kirifi makes shock switch to midfield for Wellington
Wellington have thrown a curveball at old foes Auckland ahead of Saturday's NPC showdown, naming All Black Du'Plessis Kirifi at in…
Ned Lester
04 Aug 2026, 21:49
Watch: All Blacks snub Du'Plessis Kirifi stars in 19-point Hilux NPC loss
“So his job is to go away, keep working hard, be ready if an opportunity arises. I’d be surprised that we don’t call someone…
Henry Lee
02 Aug 2026, 14:30
Opinion
The three performers of the week from Hilux NPC round one
Northland are second after pulling clear of Manawatu 40-14. All Blacks Sevens winger Brady Rush touched down twice.
Adam Julian
02 Aug 2026, 13:49
Richie Mo'unga keeps cards close over possible All Blacks return
Now that Mo'unga has returned successfully, Rennie could fly the No.10 in at any stage of the Greatest Rivalry Tour, if any player…
Henry Lee
01 Aug 2026, 19:07
Richie Mo'unga completes dream Canterbury homecoming with game-winner
It was a tight 80 minutes, but turned into a dream homecoming for the 56-Test All Black when he darted over for a game-winning try…
Ned Lester
01 Aug 2026, 3:03
Opinion
Five emerging players to watch this NPC season
The 50th NPC sees Canterbury enter 2026 as champions with a roster that suggests it could repeat. There are 11 Super Rugby winners…
Adam Julian
30 Jul 2026, 19:36
Richie Mo'unga: 'It's been on my mind, what the comeback would look like'
Richie Mo'unga says he's prepared for every scenario as he chases an All Blacks recall after three seasons in Japan.
Ned Lester
30 Jul 2026, 17:06
James Ramm among 10 Western Force players bound for NZ’s NPC
Wallabies hopeful James Ramm will play for New Zealand side Northland during the 2026 National Provincial Championship.
Finn Morton
29 Jul 2026, 22:03
