OpinionHome / New ZealandUpdatedOpinion byNZ Herald8 Jul, 2026 03:02 AM3 mins to readWater boy Beauden Barrett in the All Blacks v France, Nations Championship rugby union match at One New Zealand Stadium. Photo / PhotosportWater boy Beauden Barrett in the All Blacks v France, Nations Championship rugby union match at One New Zealand Stadium. Photo / PhotosportEvery day, Herald Premium subscribers have the opportunity to log in and comment on stories we have opened for discussion.Not subscribed to Herald Premium? Here’s how you can join. Comments are now closed on these stories:Gen Z and millennial Kiwis are delaying life plans as cost of living bitesGregor Paul: How Beauden Barrett could feature in All Blacks side for ItalyChina’s missile test looks routine. The real story is the panic it