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Meri Kirihimete from Petone Rugby Club

Thanks to all our players, whānau, volunteers, supporters and sponsors for being part of another great year at the club. Whether you were on the field, on the sideline, or helping out behind the scenes, we couldn’t do it without you!

Its such a beautiful time of year in the Hutt Valley, we hope you all have a relaxing Christmas, enjoy some quality time with family and friends, and come back refreshed for a big year in the saddle and on the sidelines!

To all of our members and supporters, 

I would like to wish each and every one of you a Very Merry Xmas and a Happy New Year for 2026. 

The PRFC 141st  AGM was completed on the 1st Dec to finish off year, thanks to all who attended and to those who have accepted the various committee positions to support the club. It`s been a very busy year for the club and a lot was achieved.

I would like to thank those committee members, supporters and helpers who did all the hard yards for the club throughout the year. I look forward to seeing you all around the club starting next year at preseason. 

Stay safe and if you are traveling away, take extra care on the busy roads.  Enjoy you holidays.

Kia Kaha kia Maia

Brent Pritchard
President
Petone Rugby Football Club Inc.

What better gift this Christmas than a PRFC Legacy Brick!? Recognize your family or a loved one while supporting the club. Hit the button below to grab your brick! 

A big thank you to sponsors Baldwin Asphalts and Horokiwi paving for your generous support of the legacy brick campaign.

Pictured below, Pony and up and coming sevens star Lynda Rabeni-Vatuloka representing the New Zealand under 18's, and Ponies Coach Shannon Nightingale leading the Central Storm at the Global youth Sevens Tournament in Auckland over the weekend. 

If you are keen to join the Dad's army crew and help out around the club on a Friday flick a message to Gus on 021 456 274

PetoneMan and Women is back February 14th so keep that fitness up over the break. After the massive success of PetoneKid this year, it will be back and bigger than ever in 2026. So juniors, grab ya bike and get down and take on the course down at North Park 14/2/2026. See you all there!

This year with the help of Alex Telea we are also introducing a high intensity gym style competition, PITO-ONEROX. You can enter in pairs or teams. Stay tuned for more info.

If multisport and weights are not your thing, join us on February 14th for a working bee at the club, there are lots of little jobs to tick off and as the saying goes, many hands make light work. Bring a friend or family member and muck in, all welcome!

We're refreshing our strategic plan and developing a set of short, medium and long term objectives for the Club. Our top priority is making sure these objectives are aligned with the views of our membership, so we need your feedback!

If you haven't already please complete this quick survey and go into the draw to win 1 of 3 Petone Rugby Caps! https://forms.gle/hGVhH3ZbxLu6CtrT6

As we close out the year at Petone Rugby Club…

PRFC is more than just a club. It’s people. It’s generations pulling on the saddle, volunteers turning up week after week, families and friends on the sideline, and teammates who become lifelong mates.

Its no secret we have a few challenges on the horizon, but this year the strength of this club has been shown — in the way we look after one another, in the pride we carry for Petone, and in the commitment to leave the saddle and the club better than we found it.

To every player, coach, manager, volunteer, supporter, sponsor and whānau — thank you. Your time, passion and belief are what keep our great club alive and strong.

Enjoy the break, hug your people, and enjoy the summer. We’ll come back next year ready to work, ready to grow, and ready to stand shoulder to shoulder again.

Once a Villager, always a Villager

Meri Kirihimete and see you in the New Year!