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Hilux NPC attracts more than 370,000 fans in standout 2026 season
The Hilux NPC enjoyed a strong season in 2026, with more than 371,000 fans attending matches across the country and millions more tuning in through broadcast, streaming and digital platforms.READ MORE
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Canterbury go back-to-back after 30-point comeback
Canterbury defended their Hilux NPC crown, winning back-to-back titles, adding another chapter to their rich provincial rugby history, and a 16th trophy in the cabinet. The red and blacks are now just one behind arch-rivals Auckland’s 17.READ MORE
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Northland chase maiden title as underdogs against Canterbury
The Taniwha are in the midst of their best ever season in the Hilux NPC, but face a stern test from 15-time winners, Canterbury at their brand-new stadium.READ MORE
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Taniwha just 80 minutes from maiden Hilux NPC title
In an historic Hilux NPC season, Northland continue to break records, and have now reached the side’s first-ever final, and will play Canterbury on Labour Day.READ MORE
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Whanganui snatch Lochore Cup in extraordinary 83rd-minute finish
Whanganui have pulled off a remarkable comeback to claim the 2026 Hilux Heartland Championship Lochore Cup, scoring in the 83rd minute to snatch a thrilling 45-42 victory over South Canterbury in Timaru on Saturday.READ MORE
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King Country make history with maiden Meads Cup triumph
King Country have etched their name into Heartland Championship history, claiming their first-ever Meads Cup title with a memorable 24-14 upset of defending champions Mid Canterbury in Ashburton on Saturday.READ MORE
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Lochore Cup Final Preview
South Canterbury and Whanganui will meet in the 2026 Hilux Heartland Championship Lochore Cup final, with both sides looking to finish their seasons with silverware after missing out on Meads Cup contention.READ MORE
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Meads Cup Final Preview
Defending champions Mid Canterbury will look to finish the job on home soil, while King Country have the chance to make history when the sides meet in the 2026 Hilux Heartland Championship Meads Cup final on Saturday.READ MORE
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Underdogs look to stage another huge upset
A three-game winning streak going into the playoffs for Taranaki is only bested by Canterbury’s four, and the two meet on Sunday to determine who reaches the grand final.READ MORE