'I'm just happy to be alive': Blues midfielder retires from rugby after 19-hour operation
Matt Johnson is grateful to be alive and content to call time on his inspiring rugby career.
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15 Jul 2020, 14:55
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'Blood Match' takes on new meaning as former high school students descend on rival college
A marauding group of youths have descended on a rival Otago school two nights in a row, leading to a brawl which put one young man…
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25 Jun 2020, 16:03
Mitre 10 Cup draw sees traditional powers get opportunity to seize Ranfurly Shield off Canterbury
A revised Mitre 10 Cup draw has been released today by New Zealand Rugby with the competition due to kick off on Friday 11 Septemb…
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24 Jun 2020, 15:44
Report: Former All Blacks prop Jamie Mackintosh in line for Kiwi rugby return with new team
Former All Blacks prop Jamie Mackintosh could be set for a return to first-class rugby in New Zealand after five years abroad.
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19 Jun 2020, 21:56
Why representing the Blues has never been the goal for All Black Jack Goodhue
Exclusive: Jack Goodhue has long been touted as the 'one that got away' from the Blues - but the Northland, Crusaders and All Blac…
Tom Vinicombe
06 Jun 2020, 16:13
Former Blues player on life support after open heart surgery
The Blues are among those sending their hopes and prayers to Matt Johnson as their former midfielder fights for his life after und…
Online Editors
02 Jun 2020, 18:37
Provincial unions at risk of pulling out of Mitre 10 Cup due to player payment concerns
At least four provincial unions may be forced to pull out of this year's Mitre 10 Cup competition over fears they will not be able…
Online Editors
20 May 2020, 0:32
Ben Smith may never have played for the Highlanders let alone the All Blacks
Ben Smith has been arguably the greatest Test fullback of the last decade and has drawn comparisons to former All Blacks flyer Chr…
Tom Vinicombe
18 Apr 2020, 16:50
Adam Thomson opens up on journey from Japanese hospital bed to Chiefs Super Rugby squad
When Adam Thomson was struck down by a spinal infection in late 2017, he had no guarantee that his life would ever go back to how …
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17 Jan 2020, 20:32
Injury-hit Bristol dip into the Championship to secure short-term backline cover
Pat Lam's Premiership side have been left without Siale Piutau (knee), Piers O’Conor (knee), Charles Piutau (knee), Will Hurrell…
Online Editors
14 Jan 2020, 2:38
Highlanders continue squad overhaul following All Blacks exodus with three new signings
The Highlanders continue to make waves in the Super Rugby transfer market with the announcement of Otago trio Vilimoni Koroi, Mich…
Alex McLeod
12 Sep 2019, 21:15
All Blacks back-ups dropping like flies in Mitre 10 Cup
Potential All Blacks back-ups won't struggle for fitness if they suddenly get the call-up thanks to the M10 Cup - but injuries co…
Tom Vinicombe
24 Aug 2019, 20:01
Asafo Aumua could help Lions hand Canterbury their worst start to a season in over 25 years
Unwanted by the All Blacks but sure to be a major pain in the backside for Mitre 10 Cup teams across the country: Asafo Aumua is s…
Tom Vinicombe
22 Aug 2019, 19:29
All Blacks third-in-lines potentially facing the chopping block
Brad Weber and Liam Coltman are third-in-line for the All Blacks in their respective positions and both took to the field in Thurs…
Tom Vinicombe
22 Aug 2019, 14:41
Derby round perfect opportunity to spy on your Super Rugby franchise's upcoming talent
The second week of the Mitre 10 Cup will see neighbours do battle with neighbours – which means it’s the perfect opportunity f…
Tom Vinicombe
14 Aug 2019, 15:16
Far more than just 23 All Blacks on show this weekend
23 men will run out for the New Zealand on Saturday to try secure the Bledisloe Cup for the 17th year in a row - but they're not t…
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08 Aug 2019, 19:33
