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Favourite son leaves Force, NZ commit to Super Rugby

The Western Force's transition to a not-for-profit organisation has claimed a high-profile victim, while NZ Rugby have committed to staying in Super Rugby.

AAP · Oct 29

PNG Chiefs unveil logo and jersey for first NRL season amid naming dispute with rival code

Design includes face of a chief and cultural drawings by artist Tabu after NZ Rugby injunction over use of Chiefs moniker was denied in the high court

The Guardian - AU · Oct 21

'True identity': PNG Chiefs unveil new logo amid drama

The Chiefs have launched their new logo in Port Moresby as PNG Prime Minister James Marape told Australian taxpayers their contribution "won't be in vain".

AAP · Oct 21

Anzac Day Test confirmed, Bledisloe Cup to change

Rugby Australia and New Zealand Rugby have announced that a third Bledisloe Cup Test will be played on Anzac Day in Brisbane next year.

AAP · Jun 27

Shane Christie died with brain disease linked with repeated head blows

The former New Zealand rugby star believed he was suffering from CTE

The Independent UK · Apr 2

After Scott Robertson, the All Blacks face a deeper question than who coaches next

With Scott Robertson’s departure as All Blacks coach, New Zealand Rugby finds itself at a familiar crossroads.

The Conversation · Jan 15

All Blacks part ways with head coach Scott Robertson after damning review

Robertson had spent just two years in charge of New Zealand but has agreed to leave his role

The Independent UK · Jan 15

Razor Robertson cut from All Blacks coaching role

After a disappointing 2025 season and reported player unrest, Scott Robertson, known as "Razor", has been sacked as All Blacks coach halfway through his term.

AAP · Jan 15

The Beta Blacks: Alpha days are gone for New Zealand and their aura with it

A lack of experience has lessened the impact of the All Blacks as many key players are ineligible for selection after moving to Japan

The Guardian - UK · Nov 14, 2025

Shane Christie sustained multiple head injuries playing rugby. In death, he is still fighting for change

The former All Blacks Sevens player suspected he had CTE, a disease associated with head impacts, and has donated his brain to science to help understand the condition

The Guardian - AU · Sep 30, 2025