About Duncan Hales
Lived 1947 – 2024 (aged 76). Duncan Hales was a New Zealand rugby union player.
Duncan Alister Hales (22 November 1947 – 8 January 2024) was a New Zealand rugby union player. A three-quarter, Hales represented Canterbury, Manawatu and, briefly, Hawke's Bay at a provincial level, and was a member of the New Zealand national side, the All Blacks, from 1972 to 1973. He played 27 matches for the All Blacks including four internationals.
After retiring from rugby, Hales studied in the United States to become a chiropractor. He died in the United Kingdom on 8 January 2024, at the age of 76.
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Who was Duncan Hales?
New Zealand rugby union player
When was Duncan Hales born?
Duncan Hales was born on 22 November 1947 in Dannevirke.
When did Duncan Hales die?
Duncan Hales died on 8 January 2024.
What was Duncan Hales's occupation?
Duncan Hales was a rugby union player.
What nationality was Duncan Hales?
Duncan Hales was New Zealand.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Duncan Hales. https://biography.guide/duncan-hales/
MLA: "Duncan Hales." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/duncan-hales/.
Chicago: "Duncan Hales." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/duncan-hales/.
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