Moana Pasifika called $3m loan a 'grant' in emails to Sport NZ

Sport NZ said it is working with the appointed liquidators to seek repayment.

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Azaria HowellPolitical Reporter·Newstalk ZB·21 Jun, 2026 05:01 PM6 mins to read‌Moana Pasifika encountered financial troubles. Photo / PhotosportMoana Pasifika encountered financial troubles. Photo / PhotosportNow-liquidated rugby team Moana Pasifika told Sport New Zealand it was in a difficult financial position for years. Sport NZ is now working with appointed liquidators in an attempt to claw back repayment of a multimillion-dollar loan. Azaria Howell reports.

Moana Pasifika received a $3 million loan from Sport New

Moana Pasifika called $3m loan a 'grant' in emails to Sport NZ

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