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The Junior Rugby float in the Christmas Parade carried an important message. Photo courtesy Tegan King

The Junior Rugby float in the Christmas Parade carried an important message. Photo courtesy Tegan King

THE PUKEMANU BULLRIDE – Friday 5th February 6-8pm at Martinborough Transport, 204 Lake Ferry Road. Gates open from 4.30pm, Gate Sales – $15 Adult, $5 Under 12, tickets also available from Wrightsons, Kitcheners and Martinborough Transport. Bar and food available – No BYO. This is the 3rd year that this event has been held in Martinborough, the evening is action packed and will showcase the best Open bullriders New Zealand has to offer as well as a local bullride competition where some of our bravest locals can try their luck on a novice bull. Contact James Bruce if you require more information ph 0272772962.

PRE SEASON TRAINING has begun, Tuesday and Thursday nights 6.30pm. Numbers are looking good, if you have not make it along but keen to join in just turn up or contact James Bruce for more details.

SOCIAL TOUCH – starting Friday 12 February for 6 weeks. Entry forms available from Nicole at Ellens on Jellicoe, Martinborough Community Gym or contact Rachael Colton 0276932960. Teams consist of a maximum of 12 players, 6 players on the field – 3 on the field must be either female, aged under 11, or aged 50+. Team fee is $30, a BBQ will be held on the final night with spot prizes. Spaces are limited, so please have entries to Nicole or Rachael before 8 February.

JERSEY SPONSORSHIP – your business can show its support for our club by sponsoring a Senior A jersey, we have $200 & $100 options available.

ADVERTISING – we will be updating our signage on the Number 1 field, this is a great spot to advertise, not only does your business get exposure during the rugby season, the signs are seen during events such as Cruise Martinborough, rippa rugby tournaments, social touch etc
For more information regarding sponsorship and advertising contact Rachael Colt

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