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They gave it everything, but not to be for our team. Congratulations on making history, South Africa.
We're always proud to be on your bench,
@allblacks
🖤
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Congratulations to Wayne Barnes, who has called time on his refereeing career. With a record-breaking 111 Test matches in the middle, Wayne’s contribution to the world game has been immense. We wish him and his family all the best for the future.
#RespectTheRef
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New Zealand Rugby firmly stands behind New Zealand Referee Ben O'Keeffe. Ben is a widely respected member of the rugby community and an outstanding match official.
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We are heartbroken at the passing of one of our Rangatira. Sean, you were an inspiration and will never be forgotten. We extend all of our strength and aroha to your whānau and friends. 🖤
Kia au tō moe.
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Congratulations to the NZ Women’s Sevens team who took top spot this morning 🥇
We’re proud of each and every player, coach, and support staff member for the journey you’ve been on. The passion and dedication it has taken to get here has been inspiring. Back to back 🖤
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Our deepest condolences are with the family, friends and teammates of Connor Garden-Bachop who passed away yesterday.
He will be remembered as a popular teammate amongst the Māori All Blacks, Highlanders and Wellington. Arohanui 🖤
Statement:
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Proud to finish off our campaign in third place 🖤
Well done
@irishrugby
, great game and tournament 🤝
#NZU20s
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🥇Huge congratulations to our Olympic Champions, the Black Ferns Sevens!! 🥇🎉 🖤
#Tokyo2020
The NZ Team
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CONGRATULATIONS |
@AllBlacks
great Sir Michael Jones has just been elected as NZR's newest independent Board member beating Dame Annette King in a vote at today's AGM in Wellington.
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Always on the
@AllBlacks
bench 🖤
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NZR Statement: Black Ferns and All Blacks schedule clash.
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Thank you Kowhai Intermediate for having us last Friday. We hope you enjoyed hearing stories from Cortez, Stephen & Wallace on their sporting experiences at intermediate school ⚖️
#AllBlacks
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#NZR
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#BalanceIsBetter
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Congratulations to Ben O’Keeffe on his record-breaking 222nd first-class XVs match in Pukekohe this afternoon. He surpasses Paddy O’Brien, who has held the mark for nearly 20 years.
#RespectTheRef
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New Zealand Rugby and Japan Rugby Football Union have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to deepen the relationship between the two national unions and grow the game across the Asia Pacific region.🏉
📰 Read more:
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New Zealand Rugby wishes All Black captain Sam Cane and his whānau the best of luck as he takes up a sabbatical in Japan, his commitment to the black jersey, the Chiefs, and the legacy is unmatched.
We'll see you in 2024, Skip 🖤
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RADIO SPORT 📻 | New Zealand Rugby is sad to hear about the closure of Radio Sport. Thank you to the team for everything they have done to support rugby. Kia kaha to all of the Radio Sport staff from the long-time listeners at NZR.
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How good is it to have U85s back this year? 🏉
Listen to Robbo's full
#NZRAroundtheGrounds
Podcast on Spotify, YouTube & NZR+.
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A message from NZR CEO Mark Robinson following the Rugby World Cup 2023 final. You can also find the message on our website:
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Don’t say it, don’t say it…
Ya can’t beat Welly on a Test match day 🤭
Tickets ➡️
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What an incredible test match. Full respect to Ireland and their fans.
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Congratulations to Auckland referee, Sam Adam, who debuted in his first Farah Palmer Cup match between Northland and Bay of Plenty 🏉
#RespectTheRef
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A huge congratulations to Chloe Sampson and Estelle Whaiapu who refereed in their debut first class matches in the Farah Palmer Cup presented by Bunnings Warehouse over the weekend 🏉
#RespectTheRef
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#FarahPalmerCup
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Heartland XV is back for 2024 and we're headed to Whanganui in October for two matches 🔥
Read more:
#HeartlandXV
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#HeartlandRugby
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Find out more about smart mouthguards in women's rugby via our latest
#NZRAroundTheGrounds
episode.
Listen now Spotify, YouTube & NZR+ 🎙️
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We sat down with experts Janelle and Karen to learn more about women's health and rugby, and what an interesting chat it was. 🔥
Listen to the full podcast on Spotify, YouTube & NZR+ 🎙️
#NZRAroundTheGrounds
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We've recently made some changes to the Year 4 (U9s) Small Blacks Development Model that will be introduced in 2025 to improve enjoyment & engagement. 🏉
Read more:
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Marist took the glory in the Waikato finals 🔥 catch all the finals action from around Aotearoa on NZR+ for free ➡️
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What a performance. Congratulations to the
@AllBlacks
and their support staff for an epic victory in Paris 🖤
Gracias,
@unionargentina
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The importance of learning about your menstrual cycle.
Listen to our latest
#NZRAroundTheGrounds
podcast with women's health experts Janelle and Karen via Spotify, YouTube & NZR+ 🎙️
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Brendon Pickerill has made the tough decision to hang up his whistle.
We wish Brendon well on his next adventure. Ngā mihi nui, you’ll always be part of the NZR whānau 🖤
#RespectTheRef
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Connecting 100 years of rugby history 🏉
On Saturday, referee Nic Berry will use the same whistle that was used in the Invincibles’ match against England in 1925.
With thanks to the New Zealand Rugby Museum for loaning the whistle.
#1924Invincibles
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Ua vala’au le Atua ia Fesola’i Va’aiga Tuigamala.
God has called Va’aiga Tuigamala home 🖤
We remember Inga through a statement from his family, and thoughts on behalf of NZR.
READ:
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A
#RWC2021
shout out from PM
@jacindaardern
and the Minister of Sport and Recreation
@grantrobertson1
. 🙌
"It will be incredible to host some of the world's best right here in Aotearoa, New Zealand, and we are so looking forward to it." - Jacinda Ardern. 🇳🇿
#BlackFerns
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There’s history to be made, and we’re so proud of the squad named today for the 2023 Rugby World Cup in France. And how special for the team to be able to bring the moment to Hawke’s Bay, thanks for having us 🖤
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Congratulations to Ardie Savea, Mark Tele'a, and Tyla Nathan-Wong for taking out their categories in the World Rugby Awards, what a wonderful year for you all 🖤
📰 Read more:
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It's here! The Farah Palmer Cup presented by Bunnings Warehouse 2024 full draw. 🗓️
Read more:
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STATEMENT | CEO Mark Robinson: Congratulations to the Irish team for their well-deserved win last night but clearly the performance across the series for the All Blacks was not acceptable as we know they have reflected. We all know there is a huge amount of work to do. 1/2
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We wouldn't have a game without the valuable role of match officials. Referee of the Year Ben O’Keeffe continues to perform, with a measured ability to facilitate the game and manage players in big match atmospheres
#ASBRugbyAwards
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Calling out to all members of the Rainbow community, friends, family, colleagues and allies to participate this Sunday. 🏳️🌈
Read more:
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For years, Allen Grainger has given his time across all aspects of rugby in the Waikato.
A textbook example of The Rugby Way, Allen was our Charles Monro Volunteer of the Year. Congratulations, Allen, and thank you for everything you give to the game 🖤
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Skips line up at this morning's Super Rugby Aupiki Launch 🚀
Round 1 kicks off this weekend! Grab your tickets now: 🎟️
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The importance of partnerships on the international stage. 🤝
Listen to Robbo's full podcast on Spotify, YouTube & NZR+ 🎙️
#NZRAroundTheGrounds
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@tobymeredith71
Hi Toby, Wayne has had an incredible career and we support and respect all match officials in our game. ^HD
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Super Rugby Aupiki kicks off this Saturday! There's still time to jump on a bandwagon 🚂
#SuperRugbyAupiki
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Don't sit on the sidelines this season, become a referee to stay fit, make friends and have fun.
#BeInTheGame
.
🔗
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𝗫𝗩 𝗗𝗔𝗬𝗦 𝗢𝗙 𝗥𝗨𝗚𝗕𝗬 𝗗𝗔𝗬 𝟵 | Day 9 of XV Days of Rugby, and we're reliving the day
@aucklandrugby
Storm took out the Farah Palmer Cup Premiership, brought to you by Bunnings 💙🤍
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Thank you
@DanCarter
for the endless moments, the dedication, the success and for inspiring a generation of rugby players across our communities. 🇳🇿⚫️🙏
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It was great to see former All Black Kane Hames back out on the field as an Assistant Referee in the
#FarahPalmerCup
game between
@TasmanMako
v Hawke’s Bay on the weekend. 👏
@DownerNZ
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"We play rugby because we love playing rugby, but we also love playing for a good club" 💚
Have you caught up on this season of GrassRoots Rugby yet? Available on now 📺
#GrassRootsRugby
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Our thoughts are with the family and loved ones of All Black
#522
, Maurice ‘Snow’ Cockerill who has passed away aged 95.
In 1951, Snow played 11 matches in the black jersey including 3 Tests. He also represented Taranaki in Rugby and Cricket.
Rest in love 🖤
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𝗫𝗩 𝗗𝗔𝗬𝗦 𝗢𝗙 𝗥𝗨𝗚𝗕𝗬 𝗗𝗔𝗬 𝟭𝟱 | To finish off XV Days of Rugby, we relive the goosebump moment when Samuel Whitelock turned the ball over after 37 stages 😮💨
Thank you for joining us to look back at rugby's finest moments of the year 🖤
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Our thoughts are with Toutai Kefu and his family at this time. A warrior on the field and leader off it.
#RugbyFamily
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📍 Melbourne
📍 Los Angeles
📍 Aotearoa
From all across the globe, how good was this weekend?! 🙌
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We sat down with our CEO Mark Robinson aka Robbo and spoke about rugby's off-field impact. 🎙️
Listen to the latest
#AroundTheGroundsPodcast
episode now on Spotify, YouTube & NZR+.
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A fantastic weekend in Vancouver for our Sevens sides, with both teams making their respective finals. The Black Ferns Sevens claimed the women's title, while the All Blacks Sevens took out second place for the weekend.
It's all on again in LA next week! 🌴
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Ngā mihi, Namibia. Sending our best wishes to Le Roux for his recovery 🖤
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3-time Rugby World Cup winning captain. Chair of Māori Rugby Board, Deputy Chair of NZR. Professor at
@MasseyUni
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Now, Dame Farah Palmer.
Congratulations to
@BlackFerns
#68
on becoming a Dame Companion of the New Zealand Order of Merit (DNZM) 🖤
More:
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🔒 Dear U85s National Club Cup 2024 finalists, you'll be curtain-raisers for the All Blacks!
Read more:
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NZR’s Board has given their full support to Ian Foster and his coaching group, which now includes Joe Schmidt on a full time basis.
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Huge congratulations to referee, Warwick Lahmert, as he made his first class debut this weekend in the Farah Palmer Cup match between Bay of Plenty and Counties Manukau 🙌
#RespectTheRef
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Wonderful to see Le Roux in good spirits 🖤 All Black Anton Lienert-Brown visited Le Roux Malan following his injury over the weekend.
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We’ve got a message for our men in black, this is a send off they’ll never forget 🎤🖤
#crazyaboutrugby
#AllBlacks
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What a team 🔥
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New Zealand Rugby is committed to Diversity and Inclusion, and welcomes people from all walks of life. We respect that people have different views and beliefs, however expect that any opinions and views are expressed in a respectful way.
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Who misses seeing the boys on screen every day? 🙋
Relive the RWC, catch up on all the latest highlights, access exclusive behind-the-scenes moments, and more on NZR+.
Stream now for free ➡️
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Congratulations to the
@blackferns
on an amazing
#RWC2021
campaign. For the passion & determination you displayed, and the inspiration & joy you ignited in Kiwis, culminating in an exhilarating win last night. We are so proud of the players, the coaching group and support team
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Congratulations to New Zealand Referee Rebecca Mahoney who today becomes the first woman to referee a Ranfurly Shield match 🙌
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Rugby Clubs sit at the heart of many communities in Aotearoa, and we want it to stay that way in the future. Green Island RFC demonstrate the importance of planning and how that has led the club to success. 🏉
🔗 Learn more:
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Rugby has the ability to bring communities together to achieve great things. Te Hapai Community Impact award will recognise an incredible person from that has significantly impacted their community in 2024 🖤
🗳️ Nominate now:
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ANNOUNCEMENT | NZ Rugby announces first standalone corporate sponsorship of
@BlackFerns
and Black Ferns Sevens.
READ ➡️
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𝗫𝗩 𝗗𝗔𝗬𝗦 𝗢𝗙 𝗥𝗨𝗚𝗕𝗬 𝗗𝗔𝗬 𝟭𝟯 | That sunny day in Taranaki when the
@TaranakiRugby
Bulls took out the Bunnings Warehouse NPC Premiership 🏆🐂
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Cheers to all the amazing rugby fans who lit up our year! Whether at the stadium, cheering for Super Rugby, on the sidelines for NPC or FPC, or braving chilly mornings to support friends and whānau, you're the best! Thanks for the incredible support in 2023. See you next year! 🖤
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It's Mental Health Awareness Week and we're encouraging everyone to take time to kōrero. Whether it’s checking in on whānau, having a kōrero over some kai, or lending your ear to a mate, a little chat can go a long way 🗣️👂🖤
#MHAWNZ
#HeadFirst
#SmallSteps
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📣 As people make the most of their local parks this holiday break, please ensure your club's scrum machines are stored correctly! If not in a shed, they must be fenced/padlocked away to keep people safe.
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