Big Barrel

We are incredibly proud to become Principal Sponsor of the Hawke’s Bay Magpies and Tui.Rugby has always played an important role in bringing Hawke’s Bay communities together, and supporting local sport has been part of Big Barrel’s DNA since we first opened our doors in Marewa in 2003.

Over the past 23 years we have grown into a national business with more than 50 stores across New Zealand, but Hawke’s Bay remains our home. This sponsorship is our way of giving back to the region and supporting an organisation that shares our values of teamwork, resilience, excellence and community.We are excited about the opportunities this partnership creates, not only for Big Barrel and Hawke’s Bay Rugby, but also for our customers, Mates Club members, Mates Foundation supporters and rugby fans throughout the region.We look forward to standing behind the Magpies and Tui and helping create memorable experiences for Hawke’s Bay supporters both on and off the field.”

The partnership will focus on strengthening connections between the Magpies, Tui, local supporters and the wider Hawke’s Bay community through fan engagement, community initiatives, fundraising opportunities and member benefits.The Magpies season kicks off against Wellington before returning to McLean Park for their first home fixture of the season.

 TotalEnergies NZ

Oil Intel, importer and distributor of Total Lubricants, is the principal sponsor of the Hawkes Bay Magpies. Our strong family-oriented culture has made us rise to become the quality oil supplier across New Zealand – and it fills us with pride! We tackle any lubricant query with the deepest knowledge, apply ourselves to customer service with perseverance and dedication. You can see the synergies between the two: both the Magpies and Oil Intel are ambitious go-getters and as a company with 10 branches and 67 staff nationwide, we are here to support the boys – no matter where they play. oilintel.co.nz/

Bayswater Vehicles

Proud to be the HBRU vehical sponsor. Number 1 in the Hawkes Bay for new Hyundai, Suzuki, Subaru, Isuzu, Volvo, Jaguar and Land Rover vehicles. More than 200 quality used vehicles in stock at any one time. With branches in Napier and Hastings they offer a full range of services within the Bayswater Vehicles group.
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Atkin Construction -  The home of stress free construction ​​​​​​​

Established in 1992 and built up from humble beginnings, Atkin construction has evolved to become the most trusted building contractor in Hawkes Bay and beyond. We cater to the needs of our clients across a wide variety of sectors, and have built a reputation that's as strong as our buildings.

Our portfolio or work covers commercial, high-end residential and government projects. We also specialise in earthquake strengthening and maintenance across all sectors. We offer flexibility to every unique project that comes our way.

www.atkin.co.nz

Hawke's Bay Today

Hawke's Bay Today is the regional daily newspaper for Hawke's Bay.
hawkesbaytoday.co.nz

NZME

New Zealand Media and Entertainment (NZME) is a result of bringing together three New Zealand media brands, APN NZ, The Radio Network (TRN) and GrabOne and unifying them under one overarching banner. The result is an organisation with a portfolio of radio, digital, e-commerce and print brands producing fantastic content, targeting New Zealand audiences.

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New Balance and Belgravia Apparel 

Official Apparel Partner Hawkes Bay Rugby Union.  A global sportswear leader, New Balance is renowned for empowering individuals through sport and craftsmanship, fostering positive change in communities around the world.

Their focus is to aid athletes in the pursuit of excellence, helping professional athletes win medals, or propelling the community to live a healthy and active lifestyle.

Belgravia Apparel is New Balance’s Australasian elite teamwear partner supplying supporter and performance products for a range of professional and amateur sporting organisations across Australia and NZ. 

This groundbreaking collaboration delivers a new benchmark in the industry, offering unparalleled quality, innovation, and ethical manufacturing practices.

Thirsty Whale Bar and Restaurant

Overlooking Napier harbour, the Thirsty Whale Bar & Restaurant is a prime spot to meet up with friends, whilst you sit back,  relax and drink in the panoramic scenery. Sit on the deck and absorb the fresh open air as you indulge in an eclectic menu, complimented with local and international beverages. Enjoy the Kaweka mountain range and furthermore the Napier Harbour, adjacent to the Thirsty Whale deck – A photo opportunity you wont want to miss!

McCain

McCain Foods is proud to support Hawke's Bay Rugby and the local community through the Big Give, Rippa Rugby and Switch Day initativies. Based in Omahu Rd in Hastings and Timaru, McCain is one of New Zealands biggest food produers and distributors. 

Gallagher

Gallagher Insurance has partnered with the NZ Provincial Rugby Union Group, consisting of the 14 major provincial rugby unions throughout New Zealand. 

Gallagher is a global leader in insurance, risk management, and consulting services. Much more than simply an insurance broker, Gallagher is an international group of partners that provide cost-effective, client-centric, and expertise-driven risk management solutions. 

Gallagher Insurance recognizes the profound impact of rugby in shaping communities and introducing and nurturing New Zealanders in our national game. This partnership is a way of giving back to our local communities who have helped us build our business over the last 45 years and through this partnership, we are dedicated to empowering the provincial unions to further advance their work.

Gallagher Insurance, Risk Management and Consulting | Gallagher (ajg.com)

The New Zealand Provincial Union Group (NZPU), comprising the country’s fourteen major Provincial Rugby Unions, has penned a new deal with Spark as their official national partner of telecommunications and IT services.

This partnership which extends through to 2028, will have Spark’s nationwide business hubs support local rugby union communities by providing IT services, expertise and mobile and broadband connectivity, improving operational efficiency with streamlined communication and enhanced data management.

In addition, as part of its in-game promotional airtime, Spark intends to showcase local small business leaders who are making an impact in their community, whether that’s local healthcare, trade and construction, or professional services providers

Broadband Internet and Mobile Phone Services | Spark NZ

Farmlands and the New Zealand Provincial Rugby Union Group have announced a new partnership, making the farmer and grower-owned co-operative the Official Rural Partner of New Zealand’s 14 Major rugby provinces.

The partnership spans the NPC and Farah Palmer Cup and connects Farmlands with provincial rugby through national broadcast, match-day activity, a special Rural Round, and Rural Rugby Legends - a new nationwide recognition programme celebrating the volunteers, groundskeepers, committee members and other unsung heroes who keep provincial rugby running year after year in each of the 14 unions.

Farmlands Co-operative, Te Whenua Tāroa, is 100% owned by more than 80,000 New Zealand farmers and growers. Founded by farmers in 1962, Farmlands enables profitability and productivity for New Zealand farmers and growers, driven by the people who own us, and built for the land they work.

https://www.farmlands.co.nz/