The Super Rugby franchise was placed into liquidation this week.

The franchise signalled earlier this year that it was likely to disband unless it could find new investors to fund the team.

Up to 80 Moana Pasifika staff, including players, to become creditors.

The Super Rugby franchise was placed into liquidation this week.

Talks are advancing on a plan that could keep Moana Pasifika in Super Rugby.

OPINION: 2018 government money for the Pacific primed the pumps for failed Moana Pasifika.