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Jamie Joseph steps down

Jamie Joseph has decided to step down from the role as Maori All Blacks coach, a position he has held for three years.

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Henry faces misconduct hearing

World Cup-winning former All Black coach Graham Henry is set to face the full might of SANZAR's disciplinary process after his media rant.

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All Blacks to 'attack from everywhere'

Dan Carter says New Zealand are developing a more attacking gameplan in the hope of confounding opponents' analysis.

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Carter calls for global revamp

All Black great Dan Carter backed calls to overhaul the global playing calendar, saying the off-season is too short and risks player burnout.

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Blues go 'private'

The licence to operate the Blues Super Rugby franchise has been partially sold-off to a private investment firm.

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Eaton sits out after wife's death

Force scrumhalf Chris Eaton will sit out the rest of the Super Rugby season, following the death of his wife in a car accident in his native New Zealand.

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Hansen keeps his options open

All Blacks coach Steve Hansen named 10 uncapped players in a 38-man training group ahead of New Zealand's three-Test series against France.

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Players threaten 'strike action'

The head of New Zealand's Rugby Players Association said players could take strike action "as a last resort" to press claims for an integrated season.

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Assault: Another black mark for NZ

New Zealand rugby was dealt another black eye with the news this week that two Southland players appeared in court for off-field indiscretions.

Cane able to fill McCaw’s boots

Chiefs flank Sam Cane is being earmarked to wear the All Black No.7 jersey in the absence of regular captain Richie McCaw.

'Significant chapter' for big bad Brad

Plaudits are flowing freely for one of the toughest competitors in New Zealand, veteran lock Brad Thorn.

Strong year for New Zealand Rugby

New Zealand Rugby had a strong 2012 marked by significant success on and off the field, Chairman Mike Eagle said on Wednesday.

Depression and despair rule Kiwis

As many as 15 percent of NZ's players may be wrestling with stress, anxiety, substance abuse and behavioural and mental health issues.

Saili axed over driving offence

The fall-out over misbehaving NZ players escalated further when it was revealed that Blues midfielder Francis Saili has been dropped over a driving offence.

All Black released on bail

All Blacks wing Julian Savea entered no plea and was remanded on bail when he appeared in court Monday, charged with assaulting his girlfriend.

Another All Black in court for violence

All Black Julian Savea admitted Sunday he has been charged with assault following a domestic incident.

Leaky bouncer guilty of Tindall theft

A New Zealand bouncer who leaked CCTV footage of former England centre Mike Tindall's drunken antics during the 2011 World Cup was convicted of stealing the video.

McCaw's 'sabbatical' extended

All Black captain Richie McCaw will miss the entire Super Rugby season as he continues his sabbatical with the aim of prolonging his career.