#New Zealand
New Zealand rugby slash salaries and make emergency grants with fears over huge losses in 2020
It has been warned the coronavirus pandemic could cost it up to NZ$100 million (US$60 million) in lost revenue.
New Zealand mosque shooter changes plea to guilty
The hastily arranged plea came as New Zealand begins a four-week lockdown to try to combat coronavirus.
Irish stranded in Australia: 'The airports are full of Irish people; I was quoted €9,000 for a flight home'
Very few flights are leaving Australia after it announced non-essential services would close.
South Africa and New Zealand hope to launch new local derby competitions
The plans will be met with extreme levels of doubt in many quarters.
'We are sad more than angry': Christchurch marks anniversary of mosque shootings
Mosque imam Gamal Fouda said people of all beliefs and cultures were stopping to pay their respects.
New Zealand Rugby launches a new 'All Blacks XV' team to tour in 2020
‘We believe that there is great value in making this a regular national team.’
Man jailed for 17 years for murder of British backpacker Grace Millane
The 28-year-old man strangled the Essex woman and buried her body in a forested area outside Auckland, New Zealand.
Body of missing British hiker found in New Zealand
Stephanie Simpson (32) had not been seen since she went for a hike last weekend.
Eden Park to host 2021 Women's Rugby World Cup final in New Zealand
Ireland are still hoping to qualify for the tournament.
Ireland Sevens open with surprise defeat to Canada but bounce back against Spain
The Men’s side will face France tomorrow but they need Spain to do them a favour against Canada too.
New Zealand police call off search for two people missing after volcanic eruption
Authorities have recovered the bodies of 16 of the 18 people killed in the blast.
Death toll from New Zealand volcano eruption increases to 19
Two of the victims’ bodies have not been recovered and authorities believe they were washed out to sea.
New Zealand names two people still missing after volcano eruption
Harsh conditions today forced an abandonment of the search for a second straight day.
Explainer: What happened with the White island volcanic eruption?
The disaster was not entirely unexpected.
Divers search in polluted waters for bodies of two volcano victims
Six bodies were taken off the volcano in a recovery mission yesterday.
Triple Olympic gold medallist and New Zealand running legend dies aged 80
Peter Snell was the first male athlete to win the 800m-1500m double at an Olympics since 1920.
New Zealand experts recover six bodies from toxic island after volcano eruption
Volcanic gases are still venting from the crater, and scientists have said another eruption is possible.
Bodies set to be recovered from New Zealand volcano site tomorrow despite risk of eruption
Continuing volcanic activity since Monday’s eruption has prevented rescue services going to the island.
Death toll rises to 8 in New Zealand volcano disaster
Monitoring agency GeoNet said further eruptions on White Island were ‘likely’.
Foster named new All Blacks head coach
New Zealand appoint Ian Foster as he replaces Steve Hansen on a two-year deal.
Irish woman included on list of survivors in New Zealand volcanic eruption
The Department of Foreign Affairs said it was aware of the case.
New Zealand police launch investigation into volcano tragedy
Questions have emerged over why tour groups were allowed into the volcano zone.
'No signs of life': Five killed and eight people missing after New Zealand volcano erupts on island
A total of 31 people are still in hospital and another three have been discharged.
Steve Hansen confirms move to Japanese outfit
The former New Zealand boss has accepted a role at Toyota Verblitz.
New Zealand Cricket to apologise to Archer after England bowler suffers racist abuse
An investigation has been opened by New Zealand Cricket after Jofra Archer was racially abused by a spectator at Bay Oval.
Joe Schmidt 'hid away' after World Cup disappointment but praises 'incredible' Irish fans
The former Ireland head coach said the Fields of Athenry drowned out the haka at the New Zealand match last month.
'Walking out in the green jersey in my home town of Dublin is the best feeling I’ve ever felt'
Troy Parrott and Mick McCarthy reflect on the 17-year-old’s senior Irish debut.
Parrott getting closer to moment of glory for Ireland as Brady reminds McCarthy of his set-piece prowess
Tonight’s friendly against New Zealand was an important opportunity for the two Dubliners.
'You dream of scoring for your country. It's a long time coming, but better late than never'
Man of the Match Sean Maguire scored his first Ireland goal tonight, two years after his debut.
Bright prospects and lesser lights impress as Ireland see off New Zealand in Aviva friendly
Derrick Williams, Sean Maguire and Calllum Robinson all netted their first Irish goals in a comeback win.
Watch: Maguire's stunner the pick of the goals in Ireland's clash with New Zealand
Three Irish players scored their first international goals tonight.
As it happened: Ireland v New Zealand, international friendly
Catch up on all the action as Mick McCarthy’s side defeated the All Whites.
New Zealand lawmakers vote in favour of legalising euthanasia paving the way for referendum
Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern has publicly stated her support for euthanasia reform.
Fringe players and prospects given chance to shine against NZ, but few spots against Denmark at stake
Mick McCarthy has already named his team for tonight’s friendly with New Zealand – just don’t expect many of them to be involved on Monday night.
Troy Parrott and Jack Byrne to start for Ireland in friendly with New Zealand
The Spurs striker will become Ireland’s third-youngest senior international tomorrow night.
Williams confirms switch to rugby league side Toronto Wolfpack
The former All Black will join the club ahead of their debut season in the UK Super League.
Beauden Barrett backs Foster for All Blacks job
The New Zealand playmaker has suggested they should promote from within to replace Steve Hansen.
Ben Smith sparkles as New Zealand seal third-place spot
The veteran was left out of the semi-final line-up, but sparkled in a six-try win for the deposed champions.
Gatland: 'We haven't even spoken about the haka, we might do a W for Wales'
The Wales coach also joked his final game in charge should be settled by a drinking game.
Ireland became 'predictable' but Marshall keen to see Schmidt back in Kiwi rugby
The outgoing Ireland coach could add real value to the New Zealand rugby community.
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