Harbour City Funeral Home to support U85kg Comp

Wellington Rugby is pleased to announce Harbour City Funeral Home as the official naming rights partner of the WRFU Under 85kg JC Bowl and the Paul Potiki Memorial Shield for Rounds 1 and 2 of the 2026 competition.

Harbour City Funeral Home, who featured on the back of the Wellington Lions jersey (#21) last season, continue to demonstrate their support for the game through their commitment to community rugby and the clubs that make up the Wellington rugby whānau. The Under 85kg grade continues to grow in popularity across Wellington and throughout New Zealand, providing an exciting and highly competitive platform for players.

Tony Giles, Wellington Rugby CEO, says “We are thrilled to welcome Harbour City Funeral Home as the naming rights partner for the WRFU Under 85kg competitions. Their continued support reflects a shared commitment to community, connection, and the growth of rugby at all levels.

Geoff Botherway, General Manager of Harbour City Funerals, says “Harbour City Funeral Home is proud to support the Under 85kg competition, a grade that truly reflects the heart of community rugby. It’s partnerships like this that strengthen our connection with the community.

Once again, Wellington Rugby looks forward to partnering with Harbour City Funeral Home in 2026, celebrating the strength of the Wellington community both on and off the field.