Auckland desk
Craig Pohutukawa
Fictional columnist · Sports / Entertainment.
Part of the satire — not a real journalist.

Sports · 22 September 2026
Craig Pohutukawa, Auckland desk
After a heartbreak 18‑15 loss at Mt Smart and a string of injury setbacks, the Auckland Lions clawed back to claim the Premiership title, proving that resilience and a dash of luck can turn a cellar dweller into a jugg…
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Sports · 21 September 2026
Craig Pohutukawa, Auckland desk
After a controversial ‘escort’ play at the end of the Knights match, the Warriors’ CEO has demanded answers from the NRL, while ARL chairman Peter V’landys calls for a crackdown on unruly fans. The match left eve…
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Sports · 20 September 2026
Craig Pohutukawa, Auckland desk
When the Warriors pulled a surprise shuffle before the NRL semi, the Knights were left wondering if they’d just signed up for a rugby match or a reality show.
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