Injured Warriors halfback Shaun Johnson talks to Herald league writer David Skipwith about recovering from his season ending injury and beginning his rehab under the watchful eye of trainer Ruben Wiki. Johnson is targeting the 2016 Dick Smith NRL Auckland Nines to make his playing return and talks passionately about the tournament’s significance to himself, the Warriors, and New Zealand rugby league fans.
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CBD parking, Mt Ruapehu’s future and Lachlan Jones inquest | Focus Morning Bulletin May 14, 2024
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Electricity prices, Wynyard ferry and Aurora lights | Focus Morning Bulletin May 13, 2024
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Rafah evacuation warning, Aurora Australis over New Zealand | Focus Morning Bulletin, Sunday 12 May
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Chris Hipkins calls 'nonsense', TVNZ jobs in question | Focus Morning Bulletin May 11, 2024
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