SENIOR RUGBY 2026

Join Burnside RFC for the 2026 Season!

Are you ready to take your rugby to the next level? Burnside RFC is now recruiting players for the 2026 season! Whether you’re an experienced athlete or new to the game, we invite you to become part of a proud rugby tradition with a strong community focus.

Why Choose Burnside RFC?

🏉 Expert Coaching & Player DevelopmentAt Burnside RFC, you'll train under passionate and experienced coaches committed to helping every player grow. For those with higher aspirations, we offer a structured Player Development Pathway to guide and support your progression through the rugby ranks—whether your goals are representative honors or personal excellence.

💪 Upgraded FacilitiesWe’re investing in the future. Our club facilities are currently undergoing exciting upgrades to ensure our players have access to modern, high-quality resources that support top-level training, recovery, and team culture.

🤝 Community & CultureMore than just a team, Burnside RFC is a welcoming rugby family. From juniors to seniors, we foster an inclusive environment where commitment, respect, and enjoyment are at the heart of everything we do.

🔥 Competitive OpportunitiesJoin a club with a proud history and an ambitious future. Compete in a challenging rugby environment, face strong opposition, and grow your game in a team that pushes each other to succeed.


Ready to Join Us?Whether you’re chasing high performance or simply want to enjoy your rugby in a great environment, Burnside RFC is the place for you. Registrations for the 2026 season will open in January 2026.

👉 ​​​​​​​Burnside RFC – Built on Pride. Driven by Passion.

Burnside RFC Open Grade coaching & management contacts for the 2025 season are listed below.

The Premier coaching & management team;

Willie Brown: Head Coach 0211035537

Ged Robinson: Asst Coach 0210680345

Apenisa Bulimaiwai: Assistant Coach - 0275131546

Danny Malu: Assistant Coach 0220390458 

Richard Bull: Manager 0274319786

Andrew Trantor: Manager 0274411236

Barry Donaldson: - Physio - 0275011061

The Premier Reserve coaching & management team;

Mitch Cook - Head Coach

Lewis Voison - Assistant Coach

Dave Elvy - Manager 021461946

Gary Choat - Manager

The Colts coaches for 2025

Colts 1.

Andrew McGillvray (Gilly) - 0221543206

Matt Forster - 021754885

Derek Heartly Manager - 0277226611

Colts 2.

Justin Nixon - 0221940517

Tere Ngariki - 0278869951

The Senior coaching & management team;

Richie Hyslop - Coach/Manager 0278568510 

The U85kg coaching & management group

Philip Morgan - Manager 021773029

Ivan Emerson - Head Coach - 021347029

The Women's Team Coaching & Management Group

Terrance Broughton - Head Coach 0223618253

Assistant Coach TBA

​​​​​​​Casey Curtis - Women's Manager 0274426252