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Frustration over the lack of TV deal for World Cup

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Published date24 June 2022
Publication titleHuddersfield Daily Examiner
Dutton, who is 14 days into his promotional visit Down Under, said he has been encouraged by the success of his three-pronged mission to 'build relationships, raise awareness in Australia and excite people'

It was opposition from the NRL clubs in the wake of safety fears caused by the pandemic that led to the postponement of the World Cup last autumn but organisers say they are now fully on board.

Of 50 meetings planned, Dutton has so far met with 11 of the 16 NRL clubs as well as 12 of the competing nations and International Rugby League chief executive Troy Grant hailed the impact he has made.

"The presence of Jon Dutton here over the last 14 days and the engagement of the NRL clubs and critical stakeholders has probably overwhelmed me," Grant said.

"The legacy issue we've had for a long time about player releases and club protection is behind us."

Australia coach Mal Meninga, who will be in St Helens next Thursday to help...

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