In 1995 they played South Africa and lost 15 -12
New Zealand beat Australia in the final to win the 2008 Rugby League World Cup.
Ritchie McCaw
New Zealand defeated France by a final score of 29-9.
23/10 - 21:00
South Africa defeated New Zealand, 15-12, to win the 1995 Rugby World Cup.
Australia defeated New Zealand 34-2 in the Rugby League World Cup grand final of 2013.
South Africa 15 - 12 New Zealand.
New Zealand won the first ever rugby world cup beating France in the final
There wasn't a final in Australia. The final was in Aukland, New Zealand and the All Blacks won
It was new Zealand and France - New Zealand won 8-7
There final pool games are in New Zealand starting September 9 2011.
New Zealand for the Final pools from 9/9/2011