This weekend’s Rebel Sport Super 14 matches in Hamilton and Dunedin will again acknowledge ANZAC Day and the sacrifice of New Zealanders in war-time and current servicemen and women, including match-day activity and special Poppy Collections in both cities.
The Chiefs are offering special group ticket offers for veterans and those currently serving in the armed forces while the Highlanders have chosen the Returned Services Association Welfare Trust as their match-day charity.
New Zealand Rugby Union General Manager of Professional Rugby Neil Sorensen said ANZAC Day is an important part of New Zealand heritage.
“ANZAC Day is such a special day for many New Zealanders and Australians, and it’s very fitting that our Super Rugby matches this weekend pay tribute to the many men and women past and present, who have served in our armed forces,” he said.
The Highlanders are boosting fundraising efforts by donating $5 from every ticket sold through the RSA and service associations to the RSA Welfare Trust.
Tomorrow and Friday, members of the Highlanders squad will be out and about in Dunedin as part of the official Poppy Collection.
There will also be Poppy Collections at Waikato Stadium before Friday night’s Chiefs game against the Cheetahs.
Prematch entertainment at both games will pay special tribute to the ANZACs.
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