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History made with all Farah Palmer Cup matches to be broadcast on SKY

For the first time in the history of the Farah Palmer Cup (FPC) presented by…

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Action-packed rugby schedule ahead with 2021 domestic rugby draws announced today
Rugby fans are in for an eventful provincial season with the 2021 draws…
Hoskins Sotutu signs with Counties Manukau
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Bay of Plenty Steamers Coaching staff named for 2021 season
Tanerau Latimer and Dan Cron have been named as the newest additions to the…
Chiefs go unbeaten in Under 20s tournament
Making use of a strong tail wind in the first half, the Chiefs under 20s made a…
Fans recall favourite NPC memories
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HIGHLIGHTS: Super Rugby Aotearoa Under 20s (Day One - 2021)
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A new era kicks off for provincial rugby
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History made with all Farah Palmer Cup matches to be broadcast on SKY
For the first time in the history of the Farah Palmer Cup (FPC) presented by Bunnings Warehouse, all matches are to be broadcast live and available to SKY Sport customers for the 2021 season. In addition, every week a Bunnings Warehouse FPC match and NPC match will be available Free to Air.
Action-packed rugby schedule ahead with 2021 domestic rugby draws announced today
Rugby fans are in for an eventful provincial season with the 2021 draws announced for the Bunnings Warehouse sponsored National Provincial Championship (NPC), Farah Palmer Cup (FPC) and the Heartland Championship.

Hoskins Sotutu signs with Counties Manukau
All Blacks and Blues number eight Hoskins Sotutu has signed with the Counties Manukau Rugby Football Union for this year’s Bunnings Warehouse NPC.
Bay of Plenty Steamers Coaching staff named for 2021 season
Tanerau Latimer and Dan Cron have been named as the newest additions to the Steamers coaching group.
Chiefs go unbeaten in Under 20s tournament
Making use of a strong tail wind in the first half, the Chiefs under 20s made a 45-0 start to beat the Barbarians 69-28 and remain the only unbeaten side in the Bunnings Warehouse Super Rugby Aotearoa Under-20 tournament in Taupo on Saturday.
Fans recall favourite NPC memories
The return of the iconic letters ‘NPC’ to the domestic rugby scene has brought back fond memories to rugby fans across the country.
Chiefs Under 20s remain unbeaten after Day Two in Taupō
A dazzling 49-28 Chiefs win over the Crusaders dominated the Super Rugby Aotearoa Under-20 competition in Taupō on Wednesday.
Crusaders impressive on opening day of U20s tournament
Continuing the franchise's remarkable record, the Crusaders Under 20 squad sent out a warning to rivals at the Bunnings Warehouse Super Rugby Aotearoa Under 20s played in Taupo on Sunday.
Llanelli Scarlets look to Bunnings NPC for development opportunities
They may have been fierce rivals through the years, but New Zealand Rugby and Llanelli Scarlets are developing a connection to enhance both organisations.
Bunnings Warehouse: Kicking off a new era for provincial rugby
New Zealand Rugby and Bunnings Warehouse are excited to announce the signing of a game-changing three-year deal to sponsor domestic competitions and support community rugby across the country.
Daryl Gibson appointed as Bay of Plenty Steamers Head Coach
Bay of Plenty Rugby has today announced that Daryl Gibson has been named as the new Steamers Head Coach.

Ross Filipo appointed as the new Waikato head coach for 2021
The Waikato Rugby Union have announced the appointment of Ross Filipo to the position of the NPC Head Coach role.
Former Black Fern Emma Jensen joins Hawke’s Bay Rugby board
49-Test Black Ferns halfback Emma Jensen has been appointed to join the Hawke’s Bay Rugby board of directors.

First female CEO appointed at Manawatū Rugby Union
Andrea Jackson has become the first Mitre 10 Cup provincial union to appoint a woman as its chief executive officer.

Barnes appointed Taranaki Bulls Head Coach
Neil Barnes has been announced as the new Head Coach of the Yarrows Taranaki Bulls, Taranaki Rugby confirmed today. He is replacing Willie Rickards, who finished his three-year contract at the end of 2020.
The New Zealand Rugby Form XV: 2020
AllBlacks.com writers Jordyn McLean and Andy Burt look back on the year that was 2020 and select their Form XV for 2020.

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