New Swire Shipping Fijian Drua head coach Brad Mooar believes the club is already in a strong position and is determined to build on the foundations laid by former coaches Mick Byrne and Glen Jackson.

Queen Victoria School Under-15 coach Misaele Gavidi says there is still room for improvement despite his side’s victory over Holy Family School in Saturday’s Vodafone Deans elimination round.

Richie Mo’unga made a dream return for Canterbury, scoring the match-winning try in a 27-22 victory over Auckland in their opening NPC clash in Christchurch.

Suva Grammar School captain Brendan Leo says his side is already looking ahead to the Vodafone Deans Under-18 quarter-finals after overcoming Ratu Luke Memorial School in yesterday’s elimination clash.

Creating an environment where players and staff want to remain part of the Swire Shipping Fijian Drua is the top priority for incoming head coach Brad Mooar as he begins planning for the 2027 Shop N Save Super Rugby Pacific season.

Newly promoted teams, Kadavu, Taveuni and Navosa took their opponents to the wire in their opening Skipper Cup Games.

Developing local coaches and changing lives are among the legacies new Swire Shipping Fijian Drua head coach Brad Mooar hopes to leave behind during his time with the Fijian Drua.

Samoa may be suspended by World Rugby following its government’s decision on Wednesday that it was withdrawing support of Lakapi Samoa due to some unresolved internal issues at the union.

Ra Rugby capped off a historic week by defeating Northland 17-10 in the Vodafone Vanua Cup final, securing the championship and earning the right to challenge for the coveted Farebrother Sullivan Trophy later this year.

Macuata and Yasawa emerged as champions in the Vodafone Vanua Championship Under-20 and Royal Tea Ranadi Cup competitions, respectively, after impressive performances in their grand finals.

New Swire Shipping Fijian Drua Head Coach Brad Mooar says the opportunity to be part of a people-first culture and help build a sustainable rugby pathway in Fiji were key reasons behind his decision to join the club.

Taveuni will make its long-awaited Skipper Cup debut this weekend when it takes on defending champions Malolo in the opening round of the 2026 season at Lawaqa Park.