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BRIANNA CLARK: FOR MUM AND NANA 🇳🇿Born in Brisbane and raised in Sarina, North Queensland, Brianna Clark grew up on the ...
10/10/2026

BRIANNA CLARK: FOR MUM AND NANA 🇳🇿

Born in Brisbane and raised in Sarina, North Queensland, Brianna Clark grew up on the soccer field before switching to rugby league at 22.

Her pathway took her through the Mackay Magpies, Australian Prime Minister’s XIII, Queensland and three NRLW clubs before she faced a major decision about her international future.

Brianna’s mother and grandfather are from Napier, while her grandmother is from Te Kōpuru.

In 2022, she chose to honour those New Zealand roots by representing the Kiwi Ferns—even though that decision made her ineligible for State of Origin under the rules at the time.

“I was representing my nan and my mum by going to the Kiwis — and it means something to you.”

“For international football, I can go and express myself through giving back for my mum and my nana.”

Brianna became Kiwi Fern #164 at the 2022 Rugby League World Cup, where she scored a try in the semifinal victory over England and started the final against Australia.

Now a Brisbane Broncos premiership winner, Brianna has again been selected to represent the Kiwi Ferns at the 2026 World Cup.

Born in Queensland. Connected to Napier and Te Kōpuru. Representing her whānau in black and white.

Sources: New Zealand Rugby League and NRL.com

📸 Image via NZRL Kiwi Ferns

KEANO KINI: NEW ZEALAND. MY CULTURE. MY IDENTITY. 🇳🇿Born and raised in Auckland, Keano Kini began his rugby league journ...
10/10/2026

KEANO KINI: NEW ZEALAND. MY CULTURE. MY IDENTITY. 🇳🇿

Born and raised in Auckland, Keano Kini began his rugby league journey with the Northcote Tigers before moving to the Gold Coast with his family at 16.

After just six NRL appearances for the Titans, Keano received his first Kiwis call-up in 2023. He made his Test debut against Australia the following year, becoming Kiwi #836.

Keano immediately looked at home in the black jersey, running for 254 metres on debut before scoring his first Test try against Tonga.

His journey was nearly cut short in 2025 when a serious neck injury left him just millimetres away from permanent paralysis. After surgery and months of rehabilitation, Keano returned to the field and helped the Kiwis win the Pacific Championships.

For Keano, representing New Zealand is about far more than rugby league.

“New Zealand is where my culture, identity and roots are.”

“I take it very seriously when I put on the black jersey. There’s a certain standard to uphold when you’re in the black jersey — the jersey is never yours.”

Born in Auckland. Forged on the Gold Coast. Proudly representing Aotearoa.

Sources: New Zealand Rugby League and NRL.com

📸 Image via NZRL Kiwis

10/10/2026

Blackmore x McCracken 1991 Olympic Park test

Day 11 of posting a kiwis try everyday till the world cup 🥤

Requested by Tua Karalus

09/10/2026

ADAM BLAIR scores and puts the nail in the coffin for the kangaroos in the 08 worldcup final.

Day 10 of posting a kiwis try everyday till the world cup 🥤

Requested by Hoods P**i

RAECENE McGREGOR: CHOOSING HER ROOTS 🇳🇿Born in Sydney to New Zealand parents, Raecene McGregor grew up representing New ...
09/10/2026

RAECENE McGREGOR: CHOOSING HER ROOTS 🇳🇿
Born in Sydney to New Zealand parents, Raecene McGregor grew up representing New South Wales and Australia across soccer, touch and Rugby Sevens.
But when the opportunity came to connect with her Māori heritage through rugby league, Raecene chose New Zealand.

“I’ve always wanted to play for New Zealand.”
In 2017, she joined a group of Australian-based Kiwi players training for an opportunity with the Kiwi Ferns. When she initially missed selection for the trial group, Raecene paid for her own flights and accommodation to travel to New Zealand and prove herself.
“So I took myself over there, paid for the accommodation and played my first game.”

That trial ended with Raecene being taken from the field and spending the night in hospital after suffering a neck injury. Despite the setback, she was invited back and eventually earned selection for the 2017 World Cup.

Raecene became Kiwi Fern #140 and has since developed into one of the finest players in women’s rugby league.

In 2022, she won the NRLW Dally M Medal, the IRL Golden Boot and the Kiwi Ferns Player of the Year award.

Now a Kiwi Ferns co-captain, Raecene enters the 2026 World Cup after being named Dally M Halfback of the Year and Wests Tigers Player of the Year.

“The experience was so great, the girls welcomed me into that team. They are the best people I have ever met.”

Born in Sydney. Proud of her Māori heritage. A leader of the Kiwi Ferns.

Sources: NRL.com, New Zealand Rugby League and Youi Stories of Change.
NRL.com

MOSES LEO: NEXT IN LINE 🇳🇿Born and raised in Auckland, Moses Leo’s sporting journey has already seen him represent New Z...
09/10/2026

MOSES LEO: NEXT IN LINE 🇳🇿

Born and raised in Auckland, Moses Leo’s sporting journey has already seen him represent New Zealand on some of the world’s biggest stages.

The former Westlake Boys’ High School student played provincial rugby for North Harbour before breaking into the All Blacks Sevens in 2022.

He went on to win bronze at the Commonwealth Games, silver at the Rugby World Cup Sevens and represent New Zealand at the 2024 Paris Olympics.

After years in rugby union—and a lengthy battle with injuries—Moses returned to a game he had enjoyed growing up: rugby league.

“I’ve always thought for me that league was an option, and I really enjoyed playing league back in my younger days.”

The success of former Sevens teammate Will Warbrick at the Melbourne Storm also helped inspire the move.

“Seeing ‘Brick’ be successful was really motivating for me.”

Moses joined the Storm ahead of schedule and made his NRL debut in 2025, becoming Storm player #240. His continued development has now brought him closer to another black jersey.

Although he wasn’t included in the Kiwis’ final 23-man World Cup squad, Moses has been involved around the team at training and media day—giving him his first taste of the Kiwis environment.

He has already represented New Zealand in Sevens and at the Olympic Games. Could a Kiwis Test debut be the next chapter?

Born in Auckland. A New Zealand Olympian. Now knocking on the Kiwis’ door.

Sources: New Zealand Olympic Team, Melbourne Storm, NRL.com and New Zealand Rugby League.

GEORGIA HALE: REPRESENTING HOME 🇳🇿Born and raised in Auckland, Georgia Hale’s rugby league journey began with the Richmo...
09/10/2026

GEORGIA HALE: REPRESENTING HOME 🇳🇿

Born and raised in Auckland, Georgia Hale’s rugby league journey began with the Richmond Roses.

She grew up around the game through her father Laurie’s involvement with the Warriors and Kiwis, before joining the Kiwi Ferns squad as a teenager in 2014 and making her Test debut in 2015.

She became Kiwi Fern #122.

Georgia was part of the inaugural Warriors NRLW side in 2018 and later moved overseas to continue chasing opportunities with the Gold Coast Titans and Leeds Rhinos.

Despite spending much of her career away from Aotearoa, home has remained at the centre of everything she represents.

“As opportunities presented themselves, although they have been across the ditch and I have chased that, you still represent home so closely.”

In 2023, Georgia helped the Kiwi Ferns end a seven-year losing streak against Australia and was awarded the IRL Golden Boot as the world’s best women’s international player.

“I feel truly honoured and humbled to receive this as a proud Kiwi and proud Kiwi Fern.”

Now one of the most respected leaders in the women’s game, Georgia will captain the Kiwi Ferns at the 2026 Rugby League World Cup.

From the Richmond Roses to leading her country. Wherever she plays, Georgia Hale represents home.

Sources: New Zealand Rugby League, NRL.com and One New Zealand Warriors.

JOSEPH TAPINE: HOME, WHĀNAU & CULTURE 🇳🇿Born and raised in Wellington, Joseph Tapine began his rugby league journey with...
08/10/2026

JOSEPH TAPINE: HOME, WHĀNAU & CULTURE 🇳🇿

Born and raised in Wellington, Joseph Tapine began his rugby league journey with the Harbour City Eagles before representing the Wellington Orcas.

While still in high school, he was recruited by the Newcastle Knights and moved across the Tasman to chase his NRL dream.

Tapine made his Kiwis debut against Scotland during the 2016 Four Nations, becoming Kiwi #800. He has since developed into one of the world’s leading forwards and a senior figure within the New Zealand side.

His connection to home goes far beyond rugby league.

Tapine has represented the Māori All Stars and spoken honestly about his journey to better understand and express his Māori heritage.

“I'm not going to lie, I'm not brushed up on my Māori side, so I want to keep learning more.”

“The footy is easy but the culture part of the week is something I really want to get better at for my family.”

Tapine’s wife, Kirsten, is a proud Gamilaroi woman, and their daughter carries both Māori and Aboriginal heritage.

“In the moment, like in the haka, my head is solely thinking about home and family.”

Tapine helped lead the Kiwis to their historic 30–0 victory over Australia in 2023 and their 2025 Pacific Cup triumph, before being named the 2025 New Zealand Rugby League Player of the Year.

From Wellington to the world stage. Leading through strength, whānau and culture.

Sources: New Zealand Rugby League, NRL.com and Canberra Raiders.

08/10/2026

Frances Meli intercept to Clinton Toopi anzac test special !!

Day 9 of posting a kiwis try everyday till the world cup 🥤

08/10/2026

NZ Kiwis x Dynasty Sport review of the kiwis track suit take my money !!

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