Rugby Victoria

The Official home of Rugby Victoria — celebrating grassroots rugby and the communities that make it strong!
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[Melbourne Rebels @MelbourneRebels]

🛡️ The Melbourne Rebels and @RugbyVictoria are thrilled to announce our very own Meretiana Robinson has been awarded a @WorldRugby Internship for the upcoming @WXVRugby Tournament with the @WallaroosRugby.

Go well, Medz. We're so proud of you! ❤️💙💚💛

https://t.co/3yHkYbCxTo

[Rugby Victoria @RugbyVictoria]

"My goal is to create an effective athlete voice that represents what the players want to see in and around the sport."

Our own Shae Graham has just been appointed to the prestigious role of World Wheelchair Rugby Athlete Representative. 

Read more at https://t.co/AtNhLCOndl

[Rugby Victoria @RugbyVictoria]

"On Friday night he has training in Melbourne with the Rebels, so then we get home at around about 11pm."

Dehan Coreejes shared his remarkable rugby journey, from the Shepparton Bulls to the Victorian state team.

Read more about the Benalla Bullet at https://t.co/AtNhLCOndl

[Rugby Victoria @RugbyVictoria]

“It means a lot to me, the club I represent, my people that I represent, even Rugby Victoria."

Community Coach of the Year, Presley Naea, sat down with the Dandenong Journal to discuss his special award 🏅

Read the full story at https://t.co/AtNhLCOndl

[Rugby Victoria @RugbyVictoria]

We congratulate Rugby Victoria Life Member Tim North KC on being recognised in the 2023 King’s Birthday Honours List, having been awarded the Order of Australia Medal in recognition of his outstanding contributions to the sport👏

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[Rugby Victoria @RugbyVictoria]

Last night, Coach Ed Manager, Greg Fergus and @MelbourneRebels GM of Rugby, Nick Stiles facilitated a Set Piece Masterclass for Monash Uni players at their Clayton campus.

Kudos to Club President, Ru Smith, whose delicious BBQ capped off the session 🍖🌭

[Rugby Victoria @RugbyVictoria]

Well done Presley on an incredible achievement with the Endeavour Hills Lindroth Cup team 🦅👏

[Vicsport @vicsportAU]

Our second award for the evening, Presley Naea (Rugby Union) has been announced as the @Gallagher_AUS Community Coach of the Year for his role in rebuilding the @ehrufc women’s team & leading them to the 2022 Premiership while also holding the position of Director of Rugby! #VSAs

[Rugby Victoria @RugbyVictoria]

Players from the Quins u18 and colt’s programs were engaged participants during Tuesday night’s Quilt Program 🤗

First introduced in 2018, the Quilt Program utilises sport as a powerful vehicle to promote respectful relationships ❤️💙

Full story at https://t.co/AtNhLCOndl

[Rugby Victoria @RugbyVictoria]

We express our heartfelt condolences to the Dalziel family on the passing of Bob Dalziel AM.

Rugby Victoria has lost a giant of the game.

Rest in Peace Bob 🙏

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[Rugby Victoria @RugbyVictoria]

This weekend, we’re holding our inaugural competition-wide Respect Round! 🧡🏉

This special event is all about promoting gender equality, showing respect to our teammates, the opposition, referees, and raising awareness around gender-based violence.

#RugbyVicRespects

[Rugby Victoria @RugbyVictoria]

As the 2023 junior pathways program kicks off, you can help support the next generation of Victorian rugby talent with a timely donation.

Fundraising links now exist for our programs: https://t.co/AtNhLCOndl

[Rugby Victoria @RugbyVictoria]

🦅👨‍🎓It's 2nd vs 3rd on the log as the students of Melbourne University head to Frog Hollow Reserve this Saturday to tackle Endeavour Hills

Can't make it to the game? The match will be livestreamed on our Facebook page from 3:05pm 🎥

[Rugby Victoria @RugbyVictoria]

BREAKING: THE GOLDFIELDS 7s TO RETURN IN '23 ⚒

Brace yourselves for an unforgettable sporting spectacle as the much-awaited Bendigo Goldfields 7s tournament makes its grand return this Spring.

Read more via 🔗 in bio

@GreaterBendigo

[Rugby Victoria @RugbyVictoria]

PARTNERSHIP NEWS 🤝

Rugby Victoria is delighted to announce a 12-month partnership with the Victorian Responsible Gambling Foundation's Love the Game program.

Read more at https://t.co/cWiy4DiTwf

@vicrgf

[Rugby Victoria @RugbyVictoria]

PARTNERSHIP NEWS - @ElastoplastAU  sticking with Rugby Victoria 📝

"This partnership represents a step forward for Rugby Victoria, and we believe it will provide significant benefits to our players and clubs."

Read more at https://t.co/AtNhLCOndl

[Rugby Victoria @RugbyVictoria]

🏉 Tomorrow's Quins vs Melbourne fixture marks a special milestone for referee Darren O'Brien.

O'Brien brings up his 150th Dewar Shield appearance in the middle, joining rarefied air in the refereeing ranks.

Read more at https://t.co/AtNhLCOndl

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[Rugby Victoria @RugbyVictoria]

Another chapter is set to be written in the Book of Rivalry🃏 🦄

Can't make the game? Catch the livestream on our Facebook page from 3:10pm, Saturday.

[Rugby Victoria @RugbyVictoria]

Earlier this week, 8 of our @Shaw_Partners U18s Rebels’ Academy players joined Mobilise  on their Outreach in Melbourne CBD.

@wearemobilise is a national Charity uniting the youth of Australia providing assistance for change for those experiencing homelessness.

[Rugby Victoria @RugbyVictoria]

🌈🏉 Celebrating diversity and inclusion in the Victorian Rugby community! 🙌🏽🏳️‍🌈

Over the weekend, RAINBOW socks, posters, ribbons, flags and Gilberts brightened our rugby fields.

Thank you to the Clubs who took part in Pride Round activities on Saturday.

[Rugby Victoria @RugbyVictoria]

“Our teams set high standards with their approach to rugby and in return expect the best quality in their equipment."

Rugby Victoria has today extended its partnership with sporting brand @GILBERT_UNION 🏈

Read more about the partnership at https://t.co/AtNhLCOndl