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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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The domestic league supplying 13 of Rugby's Greatest Rivalry Test players
Japan Rugby League One’s influence on the international game will be in plain sight when Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry gets underwa…
Ian Cameron
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‘Inspire the next generation’: Northland end near 50-year Shield wait
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Finn Morton
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All Blacks Sevens star shines as Northland end Ranfurly Shield drought
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Finn Morton
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Ex-Auckland prop Renata helping Northland strengthen up their set piece
Tighthead prop Marcel Renata played 76 games for Auckland between 2015 and 2024, winning an NPC Premiership in 2018. Since 2025, h…
Adam Julian
19 Aug 2026, 13:20
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
Blues lure another rising talent north from Highlanders
The youngster ended his rookie Super Rugby Pacific campaign with three starts, including a try on debut, after replacing the injur…
Ned Lester
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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
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
Olympic medallists headline stacked All Blacks Sevens contingent in NPC
More than a dozen current and former All Blacks Sevens representatives will feature in the opening round of the 2026 NPC season.
Finn Morton
29 Jul 2026, 20:19
Richie Mo'unga named on Canterbury bench for NPC return
Returning All Blacks star Richie Mo'unga will be eased back into NPC rugby off the bench as the headliner of the first team naming…
Ned Lester
28 Jul 2026, 22:48
Blues re-sign 'well-respected leader' Taufa Funaki
The Blues have locked down halfback Taufa Funaki on a new two-year deal in their latest off-season move.
Ned Lester
23 Jul 2026, 20:36
Cam Millar finds new Super Rugby Pacific home after Highlanders exit
Millar has emerged as one of New Zealand's most promising playmakers throughout his four seasons with the Highlanders, and his 85 …
Ned Lester
13 Jul 2026, 18:40
Blues extend 'exceptional young talent' Payton Spencer on long-term deal
Newly capped Maori All Black Payton Spencer has committed to the Blues for another three seasons.
Ned Lester
07 Jul 2026, 18:14
Tamati Ellison signing sees former All Blacks coaches reunite at Blues
Maori All Blacks coach Tamati Ellison has joined Jason Holland's coaching group at the Blues for the 2027 season.
Ned Lester
02 Jul 2026, 15:37
Super Rugby Pacific ditches lucky loser in new format with more games
Super Rugby Pacific has announced key changes to the 2027 season and playoff format, adjusting to the absence of Moana Pasifika an…
Ned Lester
30 Jun 2026, 18:50
