Partner of Australian diplomat allegedly involved in post-Bledisloe Cup brawl in Wellington

New Zealand asks Australia to waive diplomatic immunity for man arrested but released without charge after Wallabies rugby loss

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The partner of an Australian diplomat was allegedly involved in a late-night altercation after the Bledisloe Cup rugby game in Wellington.

New Zealand is seeking approval from Australia to waive diplomatic immunity for the partner of a diplomat in relation to the alleged post-Bledisloe Cup match brawl.