The New Zealand Rugby Union has confirmed that the Tasman Rugby Union will participate in the 2009 Air New Zealand Cup.
NZRU General Manager Provincial Union and Community Rugby Brent Anderson said that the NZRU had been advised today of the new funding arrangements put in place for 2009 by Tasman.
“On the basis of the undertakings made today by the Tasman Union we are pleased to be able to confirm that they will take their place in the Air New Zealand Cup next year,” he said.
“It is important to acknowledge and recognise the significant effort made by the Tasman Rugby Union, its sub-union members and its sponsors, fans and community partners to get to this stage. The Tasman board have also indicated to us that they will continue to work hard in their community to grow the revenue base to ensure the ongoing financial viability of the Tasman Union.”
Further details of the 2009 competition schedule will be released in due course.
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