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HUTT CITY COUNCIL NEWS RELEASE
18 JANUARY 2013
The Hurricanes to train at the Hutt
Rec
Once again the Hutt Recreation Ground will play host to Super Rugby heroes, the Hurricanes.
The training session is open to fans and observers and the team will start training from 2pm until 5pm on Thursday 24 January.
“This is another great opportunity for Lower Hutt to host rugby champions in our city”, says Matt Reid, General Manager, community services.
ENDS
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