Developer Malcolm Gillies in mix to take on Hurricanes

Developer Malcolm Gillies in mix to take on Hurricanes
Wellington Rugby has said it cannot afford to fund the Hurricanes. (Image: NZME)
Gregor Thompson
Wellington developer Malcolm Gillies has confirmed he is working on a plan to take some or all of Wellington Rugby Football Union’s stake in the Hurricanes. Wellington Rugby Football Union (WRFU) previously announced it was looking to divest its 50% holding in the Super Rugby franchise to resolve balance sheet issues. Asked to confirm speculation that he and his business partner, Kevin Melville, were among the prospective buyers, Gillies said: “We're hoping to do something.” “We haven't got it all...

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