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Kiwi refs pretty in pink

Partnership features renamed Pink® Batts® Heartland Championship New Zealand’s referees, including Glen Jackson (pic left) will be stepping out in pink this year thanks to an exciting three-year sponsorship deal which includes naming rights for […]

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6Nations

6Nations – a refereeing preview

And so, here we are. That tense Friday night before the 6 Nations kicks off in earnest tomorrow lunchtime. The man with the whistle will be Romain Poite of France has he takes charge of […]

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SA refs fit and ready for the new season

SA refs fit and ready for the new season Meticulous planning, preparation and hard work by South Africa’s top referees, currently at their 125-strong annual planning camp in the North West province, are the reasons why […]

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Job: Match Official Development Manager, Rugby Canada

Rugby Canada is seeking a Manager, Match Official Development.  This person will be responsible for referee development as well as the development and accreditation of other match officials. The role and performance of the Manager, […]

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You must be deaf ref!

Britain’s only deaf referee loves his job… because he can’t hear abuse from fans January 18, 2013 Britain’s only deaf referee told yesterday how officiating rugby matches is a stroll in the park – because […]