about Nedlands Rugby Club

Building Rugby Strength, Skill & Community in Western Australia

OUR STORY

Nedlands Rugby Union Football Club (Nedlands RUFC) was founded in 1934 and has grown into one of Western Australia’s most successful rugby clubs.

Located on the stunning Swan River foreshore in Nedlands, our club has spent over 90 years developing rugby players of all ages—from juniors to Premier Grade—while promoting teamwork, respect, and lifelong friendships.

We’re proud to be known as one of Perth’s leading community rugby clubs, home to both elite players and grassroots families united by our blue and gold colours.

RUGBY FOR ALL AGES

At Nedlands Rugby Club, we believe rugby is more than just a sport—it’s a way to build strength, discipline, and character.
We field teams across every level:

Junior Rugby (U6–U18) – teaching the fundamentals and spirit of the game

Colts and Senior Rugby – for players chasing competitive rugby in WA

Women’s Rugby – empowering athletes through teamwork and inclusion

Our club provides a supportive environment for players and families alike, helping everyone grow on and off the field.

Our Values, Inspired by the Spirit of Rugby

At Neddies, we take pride in building our values around the enduring principles of rugby. This isn’t just a sport to us; it’s a way of life. Rugby’s globally recognised standards guide everything we do, shaping not only how we coach and play, but how we nurture a strong sense of community both on and off the field.

01 respect

At our club, we stand for Respect – honouring each other, our opponents, and the game.

02 integrity

We live with Integrity – doing what is right, even when it’s hard.

03 courage

We play with Courage – facing every challenge head on, together.

04 teamwork

And we grow through Teamwork – because rugby is never about one, it’s about us all.

OUR BOARD OF MANAGEMENT

Founded in 1934, Nedlands Rugby Union Football Club is more than “just a rugby club”—we’re a family. With a heritage of success on the field and deep connections within our community, we pride ourselves on fostering talent, teamwork, and a love for the game.

Whether you’re a seasoned player or a complete beginner, there’s a place for you in our club.

RICHARD VAUGHAN

PATRON

DAVID ROUND

PRESIDENT

DAMIAN PACECCA

VICE-PRESIDENT (RUGBY)

Open

VICE-PRESIDENT (CLUBHOUSE)

TREFOR THOMAS

TREASURER

STEVE BRADBURY

SECRETARY

ROB MACPHERSON

JUNIORS PRESIDENT

MICHAEL WEIR

EXECUTIVE MEMBER

(RUGBY SUPPORT)

OUR SUB-COMMITTEE MEMBERS

Char Kawana

JUNIORS VICE-PRESIDENT

Belynda Ball

JUNIORS SECRETARY

MArelene Swanepole

JUNIORS REGISTRAR

Graham Wood

JUNIORS DISPENSATION OFFICER

Eric Brain

CLUBHOUSE SUPPORT

Trent Gainey

SPONSORSHIP/500 CLUB

Tim Badham

SPONSORSHIP

Glen "ET" Thompson

SPONSORSHIP

John "MIXA' O'Callaghan

THE THIRD HALF

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Looking for a rugby club near you in Perth?
Join Nedlands Rugby Club and become part of a Western Australian rugby community that’s been building players, friendships, and memories since 1934.

Be part of Perth’s rugby legacy—#NeddiesForLife | #OneClub