Tasman Rugby Union and former CEO Steve Mitchell settle employment battle

Home / New ZealandBrianna McIlraithOpen Justice Reporter·NZ Herald·4 Sep, 2026 12:27 AM2 mins to read‌Open Justice reporter Brianna McIlraith joins Jane Yee on Case by Case to break down how the ERA works and who can go to them for help.Tasman Rugby Union and its former chief executive have agreed to end their employment dispute, with Steve Mitchell saying he is pleased to have his “reputation and name cleared”. Mitchell, who had been chief executive since April 2024, was summarily dismissed in March by Tasman Rugby Union (TRU) for alleged AdvertisementAdvertise with NZME.