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Hawke's Bay rugby representative Lua Lokotui has pleaded not guilty to assaulting team mate Matt Birquist after an alleged fight in a Napier bar last month involving their two girlfriends.
The veteran lock, who did not appear when his case was called before the registrar in Napier District Court today, has been remanded on bail until July 30 for a defended hearing.
- NZPA
