Three plans and a $66 million problem: Inside NZ Rugby’s fight to save the game

Wednesday 23 September 2026 · 3 outlets · 3 reports · updated Thu 24 Sep, 4:00am

In this story New Zealand Rugby

There may be no desk thumping or finger pointing when key stakeholders attend NZ Rugby's important "Rugby Summit'' in Wellington on Thursday, but no-one should be fooled.

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1. NZ HeraldWed 23 Sep, 10:01am

   Super Rugby future: Three options on table as New Zealand Rugby seeks $20m in cuts (opens in new tab)

2. StuffThu 24 Sep, 4:00am

   Three plans and a $66 million problem: Inside NZ Rugby’s fight to save the game (opens in new tab)

3. The PostThu 24 Sep, 4:00am

   Paralysis is the big risk at New Zealand Rugby summit - but there is a clear way forward for Super Rugby (opens in new tab)