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A huge thank you to Dreamworld Australia for their generous donation of 4 x Annual Passes to the Helensvale Hogs community. Your ongoing support of grassroots sport helps create exciting opportunities for our players and families, and we are incredibly grateful for your contribution. Congratulations to our lucky winner Nicole P and family! We hope you enjoy an amazing year of adventures and memories at Dreamworld. Thank you again to Dreamworld for supporting local community sport and helping our Hoggies thrive.

Helensvale Hogs has implemented Queensland’s 10 Child Safe Standards under the Child Safe Organisations Act 2024 (Qld) as part of our ongoing commitment to creating a safe, inclusive and supportive environment for all children and young people at our club. As part of this commitment, Helensvale Hogs has: - ✅ Endorsed Rugby Australia’s Child and Young Person Safeguarding Policy - ✅ Endorsed the QRU Child Safety and Wellbeing Commitment Statement - ✅ Appointed two volunteer Child Safety Officers - ✅ Enforced “No Card, No Start” Blue Card requirements for all coaches, managers and committee members - ✅ Introduced club signage and posters promoting child safety, children’s rights in rugby and zero tolerance for racism If you have any concerns regarding child safety or wellbeing, please contact one of our Child Safety Officers listed below. PRIMARY CONTACT - Adrienne Hutchby - 📧 childsafety@hhruc.com.au BACK-UP CONTACT - Kirsten Broadfoot - 📧 childsafety@hhruc.com.au Concerns may also be reported directly through Rugby Australia’s Reporting Platform Creating a safe club environment is everyone’s responsibility. Together, we can ensure all children feel safe, supported and welcome at Helensvale Hogs.

Kids eat free on Sundays at our great sponsor the Shearers Arms Tavern. Keep an eye out for more coming from the Shearers Arms Tavern. We thank them for their continued support.

Help shape the future of girls rugby on the Gold Coast! The Helensvale Hogs are looking for passionate and enthusiastic coaches to join our growing Girls 7s program. Whether you’re an experienced coach, former player, parent, or someone keen to give back to the game, we’d love to hear from you. 🌟 Be more than a coach – be a mentor. We’re seeking coaches for the following age groups: - 🔹 U11 Girls - 🔹 U13 Girls - 🔹 U15 Girls - 🔹 U17 Girls Why join the Hogs? - ✅ Make a real impact in young athletes’ lives - ✅ Coaching support and development provided - ✅ Be part of a fun, supportive and inclusive club culture - ✅ Help build confidence, skills and lifelong friendships - ✅ Inspire the next generation of female rugby players If you’re ready to coach today and help change tomorrow, scan the QR code or get in touch with us. 📧 women@hhruc.com.au 💙 Strong Girls. Stronger Together. 💙

Calling all girls keen to play rugby! The exciting Gold Coast Girls 7s Competition is just around the corner, providing a fantastic opportunity to develop skills, make new friends, and enjoy the fast-paced game of Rugby 7s. Age Groups: - 🔹 U11 Girls - 🔹 U13 Girls - 🔹 U15 Girls - 🔹 U17 Girls Whether you're new to rugby or already love the game, this competition is a great way to get involved, build confidence, and be part of a supportive team environment. 📢 Interested in playing? Express your interest today! 📝 Register your interest here 💙 Join Helensvale Hogs and be part of something special.

Looking for a fun way to get kids active and confident before the season starts? Our Junior Rugby Clinics are the perfect introduction to the game! ✅ Boys & girls – all ages welcome ✅ Four weekends of group clinics ✅ Run by experienced Helensvale Hogs coaches ✅ Safe, supportive environment ✅ Fitness, fun, games & skill-based drills ✅ A great way to kick‑start the rugby season 💥 Try rugby for just $20! 💥 📅 Clinic dates • Clinic 1: Sun 8 Feb • Clinic 2: Sun 15 Feb • Clinic 3: Sun 22 Feb • Clinic 4: Sun 1 Mar ⏰ Time: 8:30 – 10:00am 📍 Location: 1 Rugby Lane, Helensvale 📝 Register as 'training only' via Rugby Xplorer Just scan the QR code in the post! 📧 Enquiries: juniors@hhruc.com Come down, have fun, make friends, and be part of the Helensvale Hogs family 🐗

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

🎉 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… 💪

📣 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