About Greg Burgess
Born 1954. Greg Burgess is a New Zealand rugby union player.
Gregory Alexander John Burgess (born 6 July 1954) is a former New Zealand rugby union player. A prop, Burgess represented Auckland at a provincial level, and was a member of the New Zealand national side, the All Blacks, in 1980 and 1981. He played two matches for the All Blacks, including one full international. He went on to win consecutive national powerlifting titles from 1985 to 1991, and was second in the shot put at the national track and field championships in 1984 and 1985.
Burgess became a successful investor, with interests in property and shares. In 2008 he appeared on the New Zealand National Business Review Rich List for the first time, with an estimated wealth of NZ$60 million.
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Frequently asked questions
Who is Greg Burgess?
New Zealand rugby union player
When was Greg Burgess born?
Greg Burgess was born on 6 July 1954 in Auckland.
What is Greg Burgess's occupation?
Greg Burgess is a rugby union player.
What nationality is Greg Burgess?
Greg Burgess is New Zealand.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Greg Burgess (rugby union)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Greg Burgess. https://biography.guide/greg-burgess/
MLA: "Greg Burgess." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/greg-burgess/.
Chicago: "Greg Burgess." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/greg-burgess/.
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