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TVNZ Secures Free Rugby Broadcasts Starting 2026

8/22/2025

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Starting in 2026, TVNZ will air grassroots rugby, including NPC, Farah Palmer Cup, and Heartland Championship matches.
The agreement ensures free-to-air access for rugby fans in New Zealand.
Sky TV maintains rights for All Blacks matches and major tournaments until 2030.
TVNZ's leadership highlights rugby's significance in New Zealand's culture and community involvement.

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Story summary

Starting in 2026, TVNZ will air grassroots rugby, including NPC, Farah Palmer Cup, and Heartland Championship matches.
The agreement ensures free-to-air access for rugby fans in New Zealand.
Sky TV maintains rights for All Blacks matches and major tournaments until 2030.
TVNZ's leadership highlights rugby's significance in New Zealand's culture and community involvement.