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29 October 2026

Status quo wins as NZ Rugby backs dual Super Rugby/NPC competitions

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Status quo wins as NZ Rugby backs dual Super Rugby/NPC competitions

But job losses are coming in the main centres as the national body seeks 'cost efficiencies'.

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