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Fixtures announced for historic Howden British & Irish Lions Women’s Series to New Zealand in 2027
The first-ever Howden British & Irish Lions Women’s Series to New Zealand has taken a major step forward, with fixture dates, oppositions, cities and host venues now revealed.READ MORE
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26 things to look forward to in 2026
From blockbuster Tests and new competitions to emerging stars and historic milestones, 2026 shapes as a huge year for New Zealand rugby.READ MORE
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Whitney Hansen announced as Black Ferns Head Coach
Whitney Hansen has been announced as the new Black Ferns Head Coach after being appointed through to the end of 2027.READ MORE
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Rugby's Greatest Rivalry just got greater
In an exciting development for global rugby fans, Rugby's Greatest Rivalry is now set to feature a double-header, with the Black Ferns and Springbok Women joining the tour ahead of the third Test in Johannesburg.READ MORE
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Black Ferns set for trois-Test showdown as France returns to Aotearoa in 2026
Fresh off meeting France in the 2025 Women’s Rugby World Cup bronze final, the Black Ferns will welcome the French side back to Aotearoa New Zealand for a blockbuster three-Test home series in 2026, as part of the new WXV Global Series.READ MORE
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All Blacks Duo, Four Black Ferns Shine in 2025 World Rugby Dream Teams
Halfback Cam Roigard and fullback Will Jordan are the only All Blacks included in World Rugby's Men's 15s Dream Team of the Year for 2025, while four Black Ferns, second five-eighths Sylvia Brunt, wing Braxton Sorensen-McGee, No8 Kaipo Olsen-Baker and flanker Jorja Miller made the Women's Dream Team.READ MORE
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Ruahei Demant Heads to Bristol Before 2026 Return
Black Ferns co-captain Ruahei Demant will spend four months with the Bristol Bears in England before returning home ahead of next year’s Pacific Four Series in New Zealand.READ MORE
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NZR begins search for a Black Ferns Head Coach as Allan Bunting concludes tenure as leader
New Zealand Rugby (NZR) has today announced the commencement of a recruitment process for the Black Ferns Head Coach role, marking the next chapter in the evolution of the women’s game.READ MORE
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Layla Sae and Liana Mikaele-Tu’u join Harlequins Women
Harlequins Women are delighted to confirm the arrival of New Zealand internationals Layla Sae and Liana Mikaele-Tu’u, until the end of March 2026.READ MORE
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Braxton Sorensen-McGee wins World Rugby Breakthrough Player award
Black Fern Braxton Sorensen-McGee has been named World Rugby Women’s 15s Breakthrough Player of the Year.READ MORE