Takapuna Rugby Football Club

04/09/2026

HEY!!! We know these people.

We've got Spud, Macca, Chelle and the President of the TRFC Social Committee aka Toi! Plus cheerleaders!

Cool photo Team!

YOU GUYS DID THAT! TWICE IN A ROW! 🥹🌺

We’ve still got plenty of seats available in General Admission though! If you haven’t got your tickets yet, now is the time! 🎟️

Our troops will play their best possible rugby to thank you guys for the support this season! 🤝

04/09/2026

Harbour Rugby are at home this weekend to Ranfurly Shield Holders - Northland.

9 of our TRFC lads will starting or on the bench for what will be a tough game.

Sunday 6 September
5.05pm Kick Off
North Harbour Stadium

We're right behind you:

Leka
Jack
Tristyn
George
Nui
Coby
Oscar
Tyler
Finau

Heading to the game and need tickets - click here to buy https://harbourrugby.flicket.co.nz/events/d8759748-0801-4b6a-ba98-917753a547be

02/09/2026

ROOM AVAILABLE | Takapuna Rugby Flat
Looking for a short-term place on the Shore? We have a room opening up immediately in our club flat until the end of January 2027 (could potentially be longer with the right person)

The Room & House:
Newly renovated inside
1x double bedroom (bed included)
3-bedroom, 1-bathroom home
Off-street parking

Prime location:
Just 200m from Northcote Shopping Centre, easy access to transport, shops, and the club

The Flatmates & Vibe:
Currently living with 2 guys
Looking for 1 reliable, tidy flatmate — ideally sports-minded and keen on a great flat culture
Low maintenance: All tenants need to do is keep the place clean & tidy and share mowing the lawns
Rent:
$290 per week — includes power, water, and unlimited broadband (all bills covered)

Available immediately. If you’re interested or want to arrange a viewing email [email protected]

26/08/2026

Congratulations to our 8 Mighty TRFC players who'll be on the paddock for Harbour Rugby against Manuwatu in Palmerston North this Saturday- how cool 💙💛

Six who are starting, 2 Super Subs and George, Coby, Nui all with their first starts - our lads are on fire this season 🔥💯

Leka
Jack
Tristyn
George
Coby
Nui
Oscar
Tyler

Harbour v Manuwatu
Sat 29 Aug @ 7.10pm
CET Arena, Palmerston North

All the very best of Luck - Barp Barp!

21/08/2026

CONGRATULATIONS to all our Senior Award Recipients tonight. A great turn out and well deserved Winners!!!

Harry Kelly Memorial for Best Club Spirit – Morgan Huggins
Reg Headington Old Boys Non Player of the Year – Grant Murray
Premier One Player of the Year – Gage Jackson
Premier Two Player of the Year – Dave McMurtrie
Under 21 Player of the Year – Jirah Esekia
Under 85kg Player of the Year – Brayden Smith
Under 19 Player of the Year – Oli Way
Guerillas Player of the Year – Nick Sandford
Cheesman Cup Most Promising Player – Tyler Pulini
Team with Best Defensive Record – Premier Two
Club Captains Cup – Si Keepa
Davis Cup - Chairman's Choice – Paul Feeney
Presidents Cup for Coach of the Year – John Penberthy
Manager of the Year – Tim Shardlow

For a full list of Award Recipients please click the below Link:
https://www.sporty.co.nz/asset/downloadasset?id=a71291c6-1f48-49fc-abd3-5da6b9acec75

19/08/2026

BIG Game on Saturday for the Harbour lads - the Battle of the Bridge and we have the home ground advantage.

North Harbour Stadium
Saturday 22 August
Kick Off: 5.35pm

Best of luck to the Taka lads - you'll be able to pick them out easily, they'll be wearing socks in our Mighty TRFC Blue & Gold colours!
Barp Barp!

12/08/2026

Takapuna Rugby Football Club is seeking passionate, dedicated Coaches and Managers to join our Senior Programme for the 2027 season.

As one of New Zealand’s oldest clubs, Takapuna boasts a rich legacy built on tradition, loyalty, and unmatched success—highlighted by 13 Premier Championships. Backed by our tireless volunteer community, we are committed to providing our players with clear pathways to succeed both on the field and in life.

We are seeking leaders who:

🔵Are deeply passionate about grassroots rugby
🔵Possess excellent communication and leadership skills
🔵Have the time & experience
🔵The drive to uphold our club’s core values and culture

Available Roles (2027 Senior Programme):
🔵 Premier One
🔵Premier Two
🔵Under 21s
🔵Under 85s
🔵Under 19s

Please submit your application in writing to [email protected].

🟡Closing Date: 5:00 PM, 1 September 2026
🟡Website: www.takapunarugby.co.nz
🟡Facebook: facebook.com/takapunarugby

12/08/2026

After a great win last week, Harbour are off to Wellington to take on the Lions tomorrow - Kick Off 7.10pm

7 of the Mighty TRFC will take the paddock and Huge Congrats to Finau - much excited for your debut off the bench, so well deserve with all your hard work paying off.

Wishing all our Blue & Gold the very best out there tomorrow night!

Starting XV
Oscar Cowley Andrea
Leka Tu'ungafasi
Tristyn Cook
Jack Lee

From the Bench:
George Reeves
Coby Miln
Finau Paea

06/08/2026

2026 TRFC SENIOR PRIZEGIVING WITH POST AWARDS - LŪAU & SHIN DIG
A Night to Celebrate On and Off Field Successes as well as:
“Where Jandals meet Spurs & Surfers Wear Guns”

Friday 21 August
Doors Open - 6.30pm
Awards: 7.00pm
MC: Toi Williams
Dress Code: Tropical or Wild West

Our Senior Prizegiving will be a little different this year and we are encouraging ALL our Players, their Partners, Family & Friends to come along and celebrate the 2026 Season with us.

Once the Award Presentations are over, the DJ will crank up the Sounds, and for “one night only” we’ll be running some special beverage pricing with the Club providing Platters throughout the evening. (the Kitchen will be open for purchases)

Choose your theme – Get Tropical 🍹🏄or Get your “Guns” 🐎 out as we’ll have prizes for the best dressed teams!

Partners, family & friends are more than welcome to be here for the Awards and we anticipate anywhere from 7.30pm – 8.00pm for the “Party” to kick in!

We hope to see you all here! 🍻🥳💙💛

Barp Barp!

05/08/2026

First Home Game for the NPC Lads tomorrow night. Tough loss last week but some exceptional play from our Mighty TRFC Players!!

Congrats to the 7 who start or Super Sub against Counties. 👏🏉

Starting XV
Leka Tu'ungafasi
Tristyn Cook
Jack Lee

From the Bench:
Oscar Cowley-Andrea
George Reeves
Nui Muriwai
Coby Miln