New Zealand Rugby is governed by the goals and rules set out in its Constitution.
New Zealand Rugby is an incorporated society and is therefore legally required to have a Constitution that includes rules governing:
• NZRU members and affiliated organisations
• Board Members, Officers and Life Members
• powers and processes of the NZRU Board
• annual reporting and accounts
• Appeal Council
• the regulations of rugby
The most recent amendments, to bring the constitution into line with the Incorporated Societies Act 2022 and to fine tune the Board appointment process, were approved at the AGM held on 8 May 2025.
New Zealand Rugby Constitution