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Christchurch Eyes NRL Spot | Auckland News
Christchurch is poised to back a private NRL bid for 2029, despite not submitting its own — working with rugby legends, local leaders, and sports execs to meet league demands. While rivals like Ipswich (backed by Roosters and Souths) and Hamilton vie for the spot, Christchurch rejects the Southern Orcas’ bid due to lack of financial clarity, even as the Orcas push ahead with training plans near Rolleston. The final decision looms before Christmas in a fiercely competitive race for New Zealand’s 20th NRL team. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow…
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