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Our Perpetual Awards recognise some of the special people who make the Hogs such a great club. 2026 Junior Team of the Year U10’s! Congratulations to our U10s, our 2026 Junior Team of the Year! Throughout the season, this team has consistently stepped up and supported other teams, volunteered and helped wherever needed. Their teamwork, commitment and willingness to support the wider club really reflect what the Hogs are all about. A great group of young Hoggies and very deserving recipients of Junior Team of the Year. Congratulations U10s.

Last week we celebrated our Juniors and wrapped up another great season at the Hogs with the exception of our U17 White Team who are heading into semi-finals rugby this Sunday. A big congratulations to all of our 2026 Junior Award Winners — all very well deserved! To every player who pulled on the Hogs jersey this year, thank you for being part of another great season. We hope you had plenty of fun, made some great memories and enjoyed being part of the Hogs family. A huge thank you as well to our coaches, managers, volunteers and families for everything you’ve done throughout the year. Enjoy the break Hoggies, and we hope to see you all back in 2027

Join us at the Hogs for our Girls 7s Information Evening on Thursday, June 18th at 6:00pm. Meet our Women's Coordinator Tracey, find out everything you need to know about the competition, and discover how you can be part of our growing girls rugby program. - 📌1 Rugby Lane, Helensvale - 🌟 Open to all skill levels - 🏉 Age Groups: U11, U13, U15 & U17 - 🌭 FREE Sausage Sizzle for all attendees Bring a friend and come see what the Hogs family is all about! Strong Girls. Stronger Together. One Club. One Family.

HOGS SENIOR PRESENTATION 2026 Let’s celebrate the 2026 season and recognise the players, coaches, volunteers and supporters who have been part of the year at Hogs. Join us for our Senior Presentation Night — a night to celebrate the season, recognise our Senior Award winners and enjoy a great night together. Saturday 5 September 6PM Helensvale Hogs RUFC $25 per person – TICKETS ON SALE NOW! Your ticket includes: - Grazing Table - Beer & Wine Tab - Senior Awards - Live Band Tickets available: Here

🌸🥂 Ladies, it’s time to dust off your boots and grab your besties! 🥂🌸 Our Helensvale Hogs Ladies Day – Boots & Bubbles is set to be an unforgettable day of rugby, laughs, bubbles, boot scootin and great company! 💙 Join us on Saturday, 8 August from 11:00am for: - 🍾 Rugby - 👢 Line Dancing - 🎧 DJ - 🎟️ Raffles - 🏉 Jersey Auction - 🎁 Lucky Door Prize - 🎟️ Tickets are now LIVE! - 💗 $40 – Includes 4 standard drinks + snacks - 💗 $20 – Includes 4 non-alcoholic drinks + snacks Don’t miss one of the biggest social events on the Hogs calendar. Grab your tickets, round up your friends, and let’s make it a day to remember! 🎫 Get your tickets here Good Times. Great People.

🎉 Competition Grade Presentation at Dreamworld Australia 🎉 What a magical way to wrap up the 2025 season — celebrating our U12–U16 teams at Dreamworld Australia for the night! 🐗💙 A massive Hogs THANK YOU to our incredible major sponsor Dreamworld Australia for going above and beyond to make our presentation night unforgettable 🙌 👏 Congratulations to all our teams and award winners — your hard work, dedication and team spirit made this season one to remember. Here’s to even bigger and better things in 2026… 💪

A huge congratulations and thank you to this week's Volunteer of the Week, Amy! 💙 Amy's dedication, generosity, and willingness to lend a hand make a real difference to our club. Volunteers like Amy are the heart of the Helensvale Hogs, and we're incredibly grateful for everything she does to support our players, families, and community. A big thank you to The Shearers Arms Tavern for proudly supporting our Volunteer of the Week program and helping us recognise the amazing people who make our club so special. Please join us in congratulating Amy on this well-deserved recognition! 💙

A huge thank you to Ben for his dedication, commitment, and ongoing support of the Helensvale Hogs RUFC. Volunteers are the backbone of our club, and Ben's willingness to step up and help wherever needed makes a real difference both on and off the field. Your hard work, positive attitude, and contribution to our Hogs family do not go unnoticed. Congratulations on being recognised as our Volunteer of the Week, proudly sponsored by Shearers Arms Tavern. Enjoy your voucher and thank you for everything you do for the Hogs!

At the Helensvale Hogs, every player, coach, volunteer, parent and supporter plays a part in creating a positive, safe and inclusive rugby environment. We encourage all members of our Hogs family to live and lead by Rugby Australia's five core values: - 🔹 Passion – Play with pride and love for the game. - 🔹 Integrity – Do the right thing, even when no one is watching. - 🔹 Discipline – Be accountable for your actions on and off the field. - 🔹 Respect – Treat teammates, opponents, officials and spectators with dignity and fairness. - 🔹 Teamwork – Support one another and work together for the good of the club. These values are the foundation of our culture and help ensure rugby remains a game we can all be proud of. Let's continue to represent the Hogs with pride, respect the game, and set the standard for future generations. Together, we build a stronger club, a better game, and a community we can all be proud of. 💙 Passion | Integrity | Discipline | Respect | Teamwork 💙 Code of Conduct

Are you ready to give rugby a go, sharpen your skills, or reconnect with the game you love? The Helensvale Hogs Women’s 7s Program is building towards the upcoming Gold Coast Women’s 7 Aside Competition, and we’re looking for players of all experience levels to join us. Whether you’re completely new to rugby, returning after a break, or an experienced player looking for a fast-paced challenge, there’s a place for you in the blue and white. - ✨ Fun, fitness and friendships - ✨ Develop skills and confidence - ✨ Inclusive and supportive environment - ✨ All skill levels welcome Strong Women. Stronger Together. 📢 Express your interest today Become part of the Hogs family and help us grow women’s rugby on the Gold Coast.

The Gold Coast women’s comp is BACK! 🔥 Join the Hogs squad for an exciting 2026 season. No experience needed, just bring your energy and get to training 💪 📍 Thursdays 6:30pm

Pre-season is here and we’re excited to launch into the 2026 season 💪 📅 Training starts Thursday 12 February ⏰ 6.30pm 📍 Field 2, Helensvale Hogs Rugby Club Whether you’re brand new to rugby or a returning player, our Womens Opens squad welcomes all skill levels. This season includes: 🏉 Womens GCDRU competition kicking off 21 March 🏉 Womens 7s in September If you’ve been thinking about giving rugby a go, now is the time. Come train, meet the team, and be part of something special. 📧 women@hhruc.com.au 📱 Scan the QR code on the flyer to get in touch Tag a mate who should be there

🏉HELENSVALE HOGS 3rd GRADE🏉 Saturday May 9th - HELENSVALE HOGS - 🆚 - GRIFFITH UNI KNIGHTS - 📍 @ Griffith University Fields, 179 Heeb Street, Ashmore - 🕛 Kick Off: 12:00PM

This Saturday the Hogs are on the move to the 4209. Quick trip down the M9 to support the team as they take on Coomera Crushers at their home ground in the Coomera Sports Park. Kick off at 12pm, Sunday the 18th of April H4L

Preseason will kick off with a bang in 2026 with the return of an interclub challenge between our Helensvale Hogs and neighbours Coomera Crushers. Every team will take part and contribute towards either the junior or senior challenge shields. This year's event will be hosted by Coomera on Sunday the 8th of March with hosting alternating year to year. The long wait is over. Lets get great support behind both clubs for this banger of an event.

Hogs Family, we need your help. The Helensvale Hogs are urgently looking for a Treasurer to support the club. If you — or someone you know — has experience with bookkeeping and paying invoices, we would love to hear from you. This is a critical role that helps keep the club running smoothly and supports everything we do for our players, families, and community. If you can assist or would like to learn more, please send us a message or reach out to the committee. Please share within the Hogs community — your support makes a huge difference. 🐗💙

📍 Helensvale Hogs Rugby Union Club The Helensvale Hogs are looking for a motivated and reliable Canteen Manager to join our club in a paid position for the 2026 season and beyond. This is an exciting opportunity to take ownership of a key part of our match-day and training operations and club culture. 🔹 What We’re Looking For: Strong organisational skills Friendly and community-minded Experience in hospitality, retail, or food service (preferred) Available on training nights and weekend game days during the rugby season This is a paid position, with remuneration to be discussed based on experience. If you, or someone you know, would be a great fit, please send expressions of interest to: 📧 president@helensvalehogs.com.au

🐗 JOIN THE HOGS LEADERSHIP TEAM – 2026 SEASON 🐗 The Helensvale Hogs Rugby Union Club is calling for passionate, committed volunteers to join our Management Committee for the 2026 season. We are currently seeking expressions of interest for the following key roles: 📌 Treasurer (book keeping role) 📌 Secretary These roles are critical to the ongoing success and growth of our club and provide a fantastic opportunity to: ✔️ Contribute to one of the Gold Coast’s strongest rugby communities ✔️ Help shape the future of junior and senior rugby at the Hogs ✔️ Be part of a supportive, collaborative committee environment Whether you’re an experienced professional or someone keen to give back to our amazing community club, we’d love to hear from you. 📩 Interested or want to know more? Please contact Neil Cowen (Club President) via email president@hhruc.com.au 👉 Help lead. Help grow. Help shape the future of the Helensvale Hogs.

📢📢 2026 Senior Preseason Starts Thursday 15 January 📢📢 All players welcome, current, past and new. Meet our coaches, squad and get ready for a big season ahead. 📆 Every Tuesday and Thursday 🕒 6:30pm start 📍 1 Rugby Lane, Helensvale

📣 HUGE CONGRATULATIONS TO LEROY CARTER! 🏉🇳🇿 The Helensvale Hogs are proud to celebrate one of our own — Leroy Carter — who has been named in the All Blacks Starting XV for this weekend’s match at Sky Stadium in Wellington! 🙌 Leroy will be wearing jersey 11, lining up alongside legends like Beauden Barrett, Ardie Savea, and Damian McKenzie. From his early days with the Hogs to the world stage — this is a moment we’ll never forget! 💨🔥 Your speed, skill, and dedication have taken you to the top, and we couldn’t be prouder. Go well this weekend, Leroy — your Hogs family is behind you all the way! 🐗

We’re excited to announce that our coaching team is BACK for 2026!! These legends are ready to lead the Hogs into the coming season: ✅ Head Coach: Chad Maxwell ✅ Assistant Coach: Junior King ✅ Assistant Coach: Pierre Hola ✅ Manager: Brad McEldowney Training kicks off this Thursday 15th January, let’s start the year strong! 💪🐗 🗓 Training Tuesday & Thursday ⏰ 6:30pm 📍 1 Rugby Lane, Helensvale H4L helensvalehogs hogs4life preseasontraining