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Do you know if Duane Mann has governance experience?
General Auckland Rugby League
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Sebastine Ikahihifo & Albert Vete playing for Otahuhu this season
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The One New Zealand Warriors and the Auckland Rugby League have today hailed a landmark agreement to work together to enhance rugby league’s status at a time when the game’s popularity is at an all-time high.
Warriors CEO Cameron George and ARL chief executive Duane Mann said the accord paves the way to deliver initiatives with mutual benefits for both organisations and for the game as whole.
Signed for an initial term of three years, the agreement focuses on the overall promotion of rugby league, elite pathways and environments and information sharing on various levels.
“This is a tremendous development for the Warriors and the Auckland Rugby League,” said George.
“We share a deep love for rugby league, we’re across the road from each other and it makes absolute sense for us to work closely for the betterment of the game. In essence we want to win the hearts and minds of people to become connected with rugby league.
“It’s also perfect timing to be taking this step 30 years after the ARL brought the club into the competition in 1995. We’re grateful to the ARL and Duane for getting on board to make this happen.”
Mann has a deep connection with and understanding of the game at both a grass roots and professional level in Auckland having played the game at club level rising to become Kiwi captain and a foundation Warrior and now in the CEO’s role with the ARL.
“When partners truly come together and work as a team, amazing, generational things will happen,” said Mann.
“The Auckland Rugby League is all-in with the One New Zealand Warriors, we're grateful to Cameron and his team and the ultimate goal is everybody wins.
“The opportunity to co-create and deliver on world-class competitions and pathways will uplift our clubs, the community and the game itself.”
Under the agreement, shared goals include:
Warriors CEO Cameron George and ARL chief executive Duane Mann said the accord paves the way to deliver initiatives with mutual benefits for both organisations and for the game as whole.
Signed for an initial term of three years, the agreement focuses on the overall promotion of rugby league, elite pathways and environments and information sharing on various levels.
“This is a tremendous development for the Warriors and the Auckland Rugby League,” said George.
“We share a deep love for rugby league, we’re across the road from each other and it makes absolute sense for us to work closely for the betterment of the game. In essence we want to win the hearts and minds of people to become connected with rugby league.
“It’s also perfect timing to be taking this step 30 years after the ARL brought the club into the competition in 1995. We’re grateful to the ARL and Duane for getting on board to make this happen.”
Mann has a deep connection with and understanding of the game at both a grass roots and professional level in Auckland having played the game at club level rising to become Kiwi captain and a foundation Warrior and now in the CEO’s role with the ARL.
“When partners truly come together and work as a team, amazing, generational things will happen,” said Mann.
“The Auckland Rugby League is all-in with the One New Zealand Warriors, we're grateful to Cameron and his team and the ultimate goal is everybody wins.
“The opportunity to co-create and deliver on world-class competitions and pathways will uplift our clubs, the community and the game itself.”
Under the agreement, shared goals include:
- · Increasing fan engagement for the Warriors and rugby league generally.
- · Increasing engagement in schools.
- · Building connection between the ARL’s member clubs and the Warriors.
- · Improved retention of young talent from Auckland and New Zealand in the Warriors’ pathways system.
- · Improved high performance opportunities in Auckland for a broader range of players.
- · Dedicated pathways and structure for female players.
Probably a good thing that Duane Mann is in charge with his previous Warriors career. Provides a great path forward for both organisations to work together now doesn't it?
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Henry Perenara (the ex player / ex ref) is listed in the Sharman Cup Hibiscus Coast Raiders team thats leading the comp
He played last year too
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He detached from a tackle and threw a couple of punches claiming he had been bitten by the opposing captain. There was no mark but the alleged biter denied it but seemed guilty claiming Henry had raked him in the face. It was more a gumming if anything. I binned them both.
He didn’t complain.
Following last years successful fundraiser featuring Ivan Cleary last year, this year MARL has Shane Richardson as guest speaker with Mt Albert Mad Dogs supporter Mike McRoberts .
Very timely given all of the crap happening at the Tigers at the moment.
Unfortunately I’ll be out of the country - will be good .
Very timely given all of the crap happening at the Tigers at the moment.
Unfortunately I’ll be out of the country - will be good .
Good to see Ellerslie fielding a senior team this year but on the flip side I believe the Marist club is struggling big time to muster teams.
The club house fire has hit them hard !
The club house fire has hit them hard !
Sad to see that Richmond RL was unable to put teams together at prems and reserve grade. They’re playing Phelan Shield.
Glenora have moved down to Sharman Cup - 2 power house clubs back in the day .
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Glenora have moved down to Sharman Cup - 2 power house clubs back in the day .
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That is really sad. Richmond were strong in 2024. Tough times at club level thats for sure
Even back in my day they were always there at the play offs
Great players like Ray Williams and Dave Maloney Bernie Lowther
What happened with them Anyone know?
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Richmond released a statement saying a larger number of their senior players have moved to australia & because of the economic downturn they havent been able to attract sponsorship or donations from richmond families.
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Hopefully it is a chance for Richmond to reset and come back strong. I've attended a few games at their ground and it's a good crowd.
I'm surprised that the success of the Warriors and league in general doesn't seem to be flowing through to ARL level - are there just not the volumes of guys playing at senior level?
I'm surprised that the success of the Warriors and league in general doesn't seem to be flowing through to ARL level - are there just not the volumes of guys playing at senior level?
