Former All Black Glen Osborne now a cop

44-year-old Osborne, who played 19 tests for the All Blacks between 1995 and 1999, has today graduated with his recruit wing from the Royal New Zealand Police College in Porirua.

"Since I was a kid I always wanted to be in a black jersey, and I did that, but now I'm in a blue one," said Osborne.

"My life has taken me down different avenues and I'm 44, but it's so awesome to be here today."

Osborne will begin life as a constable in his hometown of Whanganui after a 10-day break.

He said he expected no favours because of his All Black background, and is looking forward to begin his police work.