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"Disappointing": 9 arrested for 'shocking' behaviour during rugby league celebrations

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Tue, 3 Nov 2026, 11:15am
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There are concerns rugby league celebrations are coming at the expense of others.  

South Auckland police officers made nine arrests after Sunday's showdown between Tonga and Samoa at the Rugby League World Cup.  

Police had 160 officers monitoring the scenes, with some fans running on to roads, hanging out of cars, and driving dangerously.  

Councillor Alf Filipaina told Ryan Bridge he loves their passion, but it's shocking to see the behaviour. 

He says the council is receiving emails from families with young children, complaining of loud music and horns at three in the morning. 

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