The new All Blacks head coach says he will surround himself with "quality people". 1News sports writer Patrick McKendry looks at Dave Rennie's options.
Rugby
Thu, Mar 5
Yes, the All Blacks can win the World Cup, he says. And, yes, he can see only positives in his new team's gruelling tour of South Africa in August.
Wed, Mar 4
Rennie replaces Scott Robertson, who lost the job earlier this year.
The requirement to generate a huge financial windfall for World Rugby will leave the two nations off future schedules says Rian Oberholzer.
Tue, Mar 3
The news will be welcome for All Blacks staff and assistant coaches, with many of them on tenterhooks following Scott Robertson's dismissal.
Mon, Mar 2
The film’s directors said the project, which was stalled by legal battles, uncovered lesser‑known aspects of Lomu’s upbringing, illness and rise to global fame.
New Zealand
Fri, Feb 27
A year out from the World Cup, Beauden, Scott and Jordie are under pressure to prove themselves all over again, writes Patrick McKendry.
Thu, Feb 19
An open and exciting club competition is not the best preparation for the All Blacks, and the gulf to Test rugby is growing, writes Patrick McKendry.
Thu, Feb 12
After Scott Robertson's dismissal, New Zealand Rugby's priority now is clear, argues Patrick McKendry.
Tue, Feb 10
There is no holding back the Blues skipper who occasionally sets off airport X-ray alarms due to the steel in his body.
Thu, Feb 5
Taylor said he was "gutted" for Scott Robertson but there was now an opportunity for a new head coach to reassert New Zealand's dominance.
Wed, Feb 4
The rugby minnows, rather than the All Blacks, will help open the global rugby tournament in Perth next year.
Tue, Feb 3
The Highlanders coach has been groomed to take over the top job since last year, so missing out now would qualify as a huge shock, writes Patrick McKendry.
Fri, Jan 30
Appointing a new captain – and Ardie Savea will be favourite – is one immediate task for Scott Robertson's replacement, writes Patrick McKendry.
Wed, Jan 21
Wing Caleb Clarke is upskilling himself with the Aussie Rules team; a visit which will almost certainly improve his aerial game.
Wed, Jan 14
Analysis: Familiar flaws and the loss of another coach will make the All Blacks' internal review compelling reading for NZ Rugby, writes Patrick McKendry.
December 23, 2025
All Blacks will probably face the world champion Springboks in a quarter-final at the tournament which will be held in Australia in 2027.
December 4, 2025
The trans-Tasman rivals have never been drawn in the same pool before - and are likely to face off in the opening match in Perth.
December 3, 2025
South Africa have shown a ruthlessness and innovation that could expose New Zealand during next year's 'Greatest Rivalry' tour, argues Patrick McKendry.
November 26, 2025
In an interview with 1News from Japan, the talented playmaker talks about next year's South Africa tour, his development abroad, and linking with Razor again.
November 25, 2025
Familiar failings against England will add to the scrutiny on head coach Robertson and his assistants 23 months out from the World Cup.
November 17, 2025
Head coach Scott Robertson called his team's lapses "frustrating" after the England loss, but what is causing them? Patrick McKendry has a theory.
The two-time Olympic and Rugby World Cup winner is one of four athletes in Barbie’s global campaign marking International Day of the Girl.
October 6, 2025
The Black Ferns are set to enter uncharted territory when they face France in their first bronze final in a Rugby World Cup.
September 27, 2025
New Zealand's World Cup defeat and the All Blacks' record loss to South Africa adds up to a very bad week for the game here, writes Patrick McKendry.
September 21, 2025
