Awhina Hetet and Rita McRae Kingi celebrate century-old rugby league friendship
Awhina Hetet and Rita McRae Kingi renewed a century-old friendship rooted in rugby league during a recent visit in Brisbane. Their families first bonded over the Māori All Stars in 1909, as Awhina's great-great-great grandfather served as the team's manager. The historic relationship highlights the deep cultural ties between Australia and New Zealand in sports.
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Published 14 Nov 2026, 02:15 UTC · Updated 14 Nov 2026, 02:20 UTC
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