Poverty Bay Rugby Football Union

Poverty Bay Rugby Football Union Official page of the Poverty Bay Rugby Football Union 🔴⚪
Proudly representing Tairāwhiti Gisborne - from grassroots to Heartland.

Growing the game, building community, and celebrating our rugby whānau. FOR DRAW, RESULTS & STANDING TABLE , click on the link: https://www.sporty.co.nz/povertybayrugby/

Or on our website (www.povertybayrugby.co.nz) choose the SENIOR RUGBY tab, then CPS 2021 Draws & Results. ABOUT US: The Poverty Bay Rugby Football Union is the governing body for rugby union within the Gisborne district, in the

area surrounding Poverty Bay on the east coast of the North Island of New Zealand. The men's representative team play from Rugby Park, Gisborne, and currently compete in the Heartland Championship. The Poverty Bay Rugby Football Union was established in 1890 by four clubs in the Gisborne area - Gisborne, Turanganui, Poverty Bay and Warerenga-a-Hika, with the union's inaugural first-class match being held against Hawke's Bay the same year. Since then, the union has played against every other existent union in New Zealand as well as an array of overseas touring sides, including but not limited to Australia, England, South Africa and Japan, against whom Poverty Bay drew in 1974. In 1981, Rugby Park was the scene of clashes between pro-tour supporters and anti-tour protesters prior to a match against the touring South African side. Poverty Bay ultimately lost the game by 6 - 24.

Round 5 in Thames 👊 Keep an eye on our socials for tomorrow’s livestream link!
11/09/2026

Round 5 in Thames 👊 Keep an eye on our socials for tomorrow’s livestream link!

10/09/2026

Another $100 has been added to the Gisborne Glass prize pot!

Comment your full time score prediction for tomorrow's game vs Thames Valley, and if you guess it right, $500 cash is yours 🤑

Contest closes 12 September at 10am

RULES
- Must be following Poverty Bay Rugby Football Union and Gisborne Glass pages
- One entry per person. Multiple entries= disqualified
- Players not eligible for entry
- Comments valid only on this post, not any shared posts
- If multiple contestants guess the correct score, the prize will be split equally
- Winner(s) must collect the prize in-store with valid photo ID

This giveaway is not affiliated with Meta

Catching up with the brothers in Nuhaka. Thanks for having us. Was epic listening, sharing, reflecting and planning for ...
10/09/2026

Catching up with the brothers in Nuhaka. Thanks for having us. Was epic listening, sharing, reflecting and planning for the new year.

The last couple of weeks we‘ve been connecting with our clubs, coaches, players and referees across poverty bay. We learned heaps and gained excellent insights informing our new strategic plan.

Thanks to everyone making an effort and giving your time. Your input is much appreciated and helps us serving our rugby community in the best possible way.

Nga mihi nui 🙏

Here’s the U16 Girls Training Squad for the 2026 season! Final team is to be selected and announced closer to the Hurric...
10/09/2026

Here’s the U16 Girls Training Squad for the 2026 season! Final team is to be selected and announced closer to the Hurricanes regional competition in October 🔥

📢 Next training:
🗓️ Monday, 14 September
⏰ 3:45pm
📍Barry Park

Any inquiries please reach out to Amber Nikora: 0275912791

Just over a week until Legacy Fund applications close on Friday the 18 of September! Now’s the time to get those submiss...
09/09/2026

Just over a week until Legacy Fund applications close on Friday the 18 of September! Now’s the time to get those submissions in if your club has a project they’re looking to tackle 🏉

For more info or to prepare your application, visit the Legacy Fund website- link in bio 🔗

The lads take on Thames Valley this Saturday, 12 September, for Round 5 of the Hilux Heartland Championship 👊📍Rhodes Par...
09/09/2026

The lads take on Thames Valley this Saturday, 12 September, for Round 5 of the Hilux Heartland Championship 👊

📍Rhodes Park, Thames
🕑 Kickoff 1pm

Life Members Fred Barwick and Dave Hooper were over the moon seeing their dedicated seats for the first time last Saturd...
08/09/2026

Life Members Fred Barwick and Dave Hooper were over the moon seeing their dedicated seats for the first time last Saturday.

As part of our new grandstand redevelopment we have gifted a seat to each life member and our centurions. A small gesture in return for all their efforts and commitment to our union.

There is also a limited number of seats up for sale for anyone keen contributing to the legacy of rugby park.

Nga mihi

Poverty Bay vs North Otago 📸 Hilux Heartland Championship Round 4
07/09/2026

Poverty Bay vs North Otago 📸 Hilux Heartland Championship Round 4

Shoutout to these legends for their help this weekend 🙌
07/09/2026

Shoutout to these legends for their help this weekend 🙌

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Gisborne
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