Taranaki have won their third straight match in the National Provincial Championship, perhaps fortuitously.

Tasman claim the Ranfurly Shield for the first time after defeating Hawke's Bay in a nailbiter in Napier.

The All Blacks have lost four matches in a row against South Africa for the first time since 1949.

Two of NZ's most successful schools will attempt to win a record title at the National 1st XV Championship.

There are four changes to the All Blacks starting team named to play South Africa in Cape Town.

Waikato have pulled away from Northland for their third NPC victory in their last four matches.

Counties Manukau Heat scamper eight points clear at the top of the FPC Premiership after four rounds.

Ranfurly Shield holders Hawke's Bay are the first team to five victories in the National Provincial Championship.

The Tasman Mako posted fourth straight victory of the NPC season, while Auckland suffer fourth loss.

A late try to Grant Williams sealed a stunning South Africa comeback to defeat the All Blacks at Ellis Park.

The Southland Stags rode their luck all the way to a bonus-point win in Whangarei on Friday night.

Nelson College have become the first school to book their spot for the National 1st XV Championship.

A strong second half has propelled Hawke's Bay to their fourth straight win to open the NPC season.

For the second time in as many weeks, the Heartland Championship's Bill Osborne Taonga is on the move.

All Blacks Sevens star Leroy Carter confirms he will make his Super Rugby Pacific debut in a Chiefs jersey.

North Harbour's outside backs have run amok to upset Waikato in the National Provincial Championship.

The Tasman Mako stayed perfect, while Auckland remained winless after Saturday's NPC action.

Hawke's Bay put on a show in their second successful Ranfurly Shield defence of the NPC season.

NZR confirm All Blacks assistant coach Leon MacDonald has departed the coaching group.

The path to rugby's National 1st XV Championship comes into focus as regional competitions reach their end.