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ARU release Eels-bound Tahu

Posted by parraeels on August 5, 2009 at 5:38pm
Timana Tahu is officially free to return to the NRL for Parramatta after the Australian Rugby Union released him half-way through his four-year contract.The ARU on Wednesday announced Tahu's release was effective immediately after the dual international wanted to sign with the Eels on a three-season deal.Tahu played four Tests for the Wallabies and 20 Super 14 matches for the NSW Waratahs but became disenchanted in the 15-man code due to travel and a lack of opportunities.ARU high performance boss David Nucifora said the former Newcastle and Parramatta centre should look back at his two years in union with pride."Timana approached us with a request to be released from his contract," said Nucifora."Through amicable discussions we have reached a resolution which has satisfied all the parties involved."We certainly wish Timana all the best for his future."He reached Wallabies level during his time in our game and trust he will look back on that experience with pride."
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  • blueNgold August 5, 2009 at 6:06pm
    I'll be your first commentor parraeels, :)

    Haha nah its great news, im sure by the end of the week Tahu will have been announced officially as an Eels player for 2010.
  • Dan_Ref August 5, 2009 at 6:06pm
    just a matter of time before he's officially announced an eel :)
  • Michael G August 5, 2009 at 6:30pm
    Tahu will be at parra eels game on sunday he will be announced there so let's all make sure we get to the game
  • ParraMagic August 5, 2009 at 7:02pm
    Wooo-Hooo!
  • crazeel August 5, 2009 at 7:42pm
    Does this mean that there is a possibility that he could turn out for the Eels this year?
  • ElDoughan August 5, 2009 at 8:37pm
    no he is unable to play this year. the aru released him one day after the cut off date just to allow that he couldnt play :(
  • Berny August 5, 2009 at 8:55pm
    Awesome news can't wait to see him in the side next year
  • timbodavo August 5, 2009 at 8:56pm
    Besides i think he still gota serve out a suspension
    • Tim > timbodavo August 5, 2009 at 8:59pm
      Nah, served that out in the ARU.
      • Bourbon Man > Tim August 6, 2009 at 1:21am
        No, he cannot serve out an NRL suspension in Union. He'll miss two games but they will be two trial matches.
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