About
The Eastern Raptors Rugby League Club is a small and family-friendly rugby league club based in the outer eastern metropolitan area of Melbourne. Since its establishment in 2011, the club has been catering to boys and girls aged 5 to 18 years old, participating in various NRL Victoria rugby league and girls league tag competitions.
In addition, the club also boasts senior teams for men and women, with teams for adults aged 18+ years and masters teams for those aged 35+. All volunteers at the Eastern Raptors are registered with NRL Victoria and hold Working With Children Checks, ensuring the safety and well-being of all members.
One of the club's exciting offerings is the ability to order club merchandise online, including onfield uniforms, hoodies, training tops, and polo shirts. The club's online store is constantly being updated with new merchandise options to suit supporters' needs.
The Eastern Raptors Rugby League Club is located at Colchester Park in Boronia. Conveniently situated at the border of Boronia, Kilsyth South, and Bayswater North, within the LGAs of Knox, Yarra Ranges, and Maroondah, the club attracts members from Melbourne's outer east, south-east, and the Yarra Valley.
Sponsorship opportunities are available with the club, and interested parties can inquire via email at sponsorship@easternraptors. Com. au. The club is proud to have Alchester Pizza & Pasta and Jackson Taylor MP as current sponsors.
The club's history dates back to 2011 when the Eastern Raptors was first established as a junior rugby league club. Over the years, it has grown to include senior men's and women's teams, as well as a touch football programme affiliated with Touch Football Australia. With modern equipment, trained coaches, qualified trainers, and a dedicated committee, the Eastern Raptors offers a variety of programmes and incentives throughout the year.
To stay updated with the club's news and events, supporters can follow their Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter pages. Additionally, the club's website provides more information about their services, and interested individuals are welcome to visit the “Raptor Cave” during training nights for a run or a cuppa.
The Eastern Raptors Rugby League Club aims to be a strong, sustainable, and community-focused club for all members in the eastern suburbs of Melbourne, Victoria. As an accredited 'Good Sports Club', the club provides a positive and safe environment for individuals of all ages, genders, and physical abilities to participate, learn, and have fun playing rugby league, tag, and touch football.
The club's 2023 committee of management comprises Michael Simpson as the President, Katie Akesson as the Vice President, Lynne Simpson as the Secretary, Jo Friend as the Treasurer, Tim Baird as the Director of Coaching, Robyn Takairangi as the Director of Facilities, James Hibbard as the Head Trainer, and Sally Sealey as the MPIO. The club currently has vacant positions for Sponsorship Manager and Fundraising Manager, and Katie Akesson serves as the Canteen Manager.
