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State of Origin Coming to NZ with Eden Park to Host 2027 Match
- At a 7am press conference at Eden Park, Prime Minister Christopher Luxon confirmed Eden Park, Auckland will host the second game of the 2027 State of Origin series.
- An investigation found Auckland Unitary Plan rules were overly restrictive and constrained economic activity, and the Government will require Auckland Council to amend its plan via regulations.
- The plan allows 12 large concerts, with stadium lighting extended and a streamlined consenting pathway for events outside limits, at Eden Park, Auckland Council confirmed.
- Auckland Council estimates hosting State of Origin will attract more than 10,000 international visitors, inject $17.4 million into the economy, and sell out Eden Park's 50,000-seat capacity.
- The Australian Rugby League Commission has tweaked eligibility rules so players eligible for New Zealand and England can play Origin without affecting international careers, safeguarding Kiwi talent despite $30,000 a game Origin payments.
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State of Origin match confirmed for Auckland
Spencer Leniu is tackled while carrying the ball for the Blues during last year's State of Origin game three in Sydney. Photo: Getty Images A State of Origin match will be played in Eden Park in Auckland in 2027 following three years of high-level talks with the NRL and the Australian Rugby League Commission.
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