Source: Rugby Canada

The Black Ferns reborn – Canada v New Zealand

Pacific Four – Round Two This was the performance everyone, players, coaches, spectators, the nation had hoped for. It was as reassuring for the Black Ferns as it was concerning for the guests. The Preliminaries It was the hosts’ biggest test since the ill-fated autumn tour. It pitted second against third in world standings. Canada

Continue Reading →


Source: NZ Rugby

Multi-million dollar project creates gender-neutral facilities

$15.4 million Sport NZ funding package sees widespread upgrades to sports facilities throughout Aotearoa Accessible Facilities Project aimed at creating gender-neutral, accessible and whānau-friendly sports facilities Completion in time for NZ to host Rugby World Cup 2021 (playing in 2022) and FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023 $7.4 million allocated to upgrades in Rugby World Cup

Continue Reading →


Source: World Rugby

Shock Setback just side-stepped

Black Ferns v Wallaroos – Pacific Four Round One The Black Ferns had an almighty shock as the Wallaroos led the dance at half-time 10-5. They were well worth their lead; in dreadful conditions, the rain teeming down, their pack ruled the roost and their backs proved far more cohesive than anyone had a right to

Continue Reading →


Source: World Rugby

NZ Rugby announce international home Test schedule

Pacific Four Series schedule confirmed with three Black Ferns Tests against Australia, Canada and USA All Blacks to play three Steinlager Series Tests against Ireland in Auckland, Dunedin and Wellington The Lipovitan-D Rugby Championship schedule includes two Tests against Argentina in Christchurch and Hamilton Tran-Tasman rivalries kick off with the All Blacks Bledisloe Cup Test

Continue Reading →