The Hutt Valley Firehawks were a

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club that represented

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in the

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from 1994 to 1996. In 1995 their nickname was shortened to "Hawks" and 1996 they were known as the Hutt Valley Dolphins.Dolphins sink Harbour
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were the main feeder club.

Notable players

Notable players included

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, Paul Howell, Peter Edwards and

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.''Lion Red Rugby League Annual 1994'',

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, 1994. p.125

Season Results

References

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