Craig Hutchison bids for second NRL team in New Zealand

Craig Hutchison, CEO of Sports Entertainment Network, is part of a bid for a second NRL team in New Zealand. Hutchison, who has been acquiring various sporting franchises, including the recent purchase of the New South Wales Giants Super Netball team, is associated with one of the Christchurch bids. The NRL is expected to announce the new team's location by Christmas and aims for it to compete in 2029. New Zealand's bids are currently led by Hamilton, although Christchurch is also in contention. The NRL seeks to enhance revenue through expansion and strengthen its partnership with Sky Sports.

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