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since its inauguration in 2000, and the first since the 2003 tournament. The tournament was held in Australia from 6 November, culminating in the final between Australia and New Zealand on 15 November. It was held at

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alongside the Police World Cup. Eight teams took part including defending champions

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Group stage

Pool A

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Pool B

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Consolation Play-Offs

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Semi-finals

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Seventh place

Fifth place

Third place

Final

The final was held at Suncorp Stadium on 15 November.Kiwi Ferns and NZ Police progress
''RLWC08'', 14 November 2008

References

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