SPARTANS TO RETURN BACK TO WHERE IT ALL STARTED
SPARTANS TO RETURN BACK TO WHERE IT ALL STARTED
SPARTANS TO RETURN BACK TO WHERE IT ALL STARTED
SPARTANS TO SHOWCASE THIER SKILLS AT ARMY TOURNAMENT
Spartans Rugby Club will be returning to where it all started many years ago when we take part in the Royal Australian Signals Annual Rugby Tournament on 11 November 2026 at Borneo Barracks, Cabarlah, Queensland.
For many of our players, this will be a genuine return home — back to a rugby arena they know well from their years of service in Defence and to the roots from which the Spartans story first grew.
The Spartans have been invited to take on the best that the Royal Australian Signals has to offer, and we're looking forward to standing up to the challenge and once again sharing the field with the Corps that played such an important part in our rugby journey.
It promises to be an outstanding day of Rugby Sevens, bringing together serving members and veterans through competition, camaraderie and the game we all love.
SPARTANS TO SUPPORT BEACH 5's SUMMER OF FOOTY
SPARTANS TO RETURN BACK TO WHERE IT ALL STARTED
SPARTANS TO RETURN BACK TO WHERE IT ALL STARTED
SPARTANS TO HIT THE BEACH IN A SUMMER OF RUGBY
Beach Rugby 5's & Spartans Rugby are proud to announce they we will be working closely together throughout the 2026–2027 Summer Footy season.
As part of this exciting partnership, Spartans members will be supporting Beach5s events in a variety of roles to help ensure every tournament is professionally delivered and runs smoothly. In addition to providing event support, our players will also be competing on the sand, proudly showcasing the spirit, camaraderie, and passion for rugby that defines the Spartans.
Together, we will look to bring beach rugby to communities across Queensland and New South Wales, creating exciting opportunities for players, supporters, and spectators alike. This partnership represents a shared commitment to growing the game, fostering great sporting experiences, and building a strong rugby community.
We are excited about what lies ahead and look forward to working alongside the Beach5s team to deliver an outstanding summer of beach rugby.
SPARTANS ONLINE MAGAZINE FOR AUGUST OUT NOW!
SPARTANS TO RETURN BACK TO WHERE IT ALL STARTED
SPARTANS TO RAISE THE BAR WITH A VETERAN LADIES TEAM!
ALL THE NEWS FROM AROUND THE SPARTAN'S WORLD
Packed with exciting updates, exclusive club news, player spotlights, upcoming events, and all the latest from the Spartans Rugby Club, the July Online Magazine is now live! From our growing veterans’ programs and training opportunities to tour updates, partnerships, and what’s ahead for the club, this edition is full of important information for players, supporters, and the wider Spartans family. Don’t miss your chance to stay up to date with everything happening as the Spartans continue to build momentum across Australia and beyond. Check it out now!
SPARTANS TO RAISE THE BAR WITH A VETERAN LADIES TEAM!
SPARTANS TO RAISE THE BAR WITH A VETERAN LADIES TEAM!
SPARTANS TO RAISE THE BAR WITH A VETERAN LADIES TEAM!
SPARTANS TO ESTABLISH A LADIES TEAM IN 2027
The Spartan's Rugby Club is excited to announce our intention to launch a Spartans Women's Team from January 2027, competing alongside our men's teams at rugby events and tournaments across Australia.
We are now calling for Expressions of Interest from current and former Australian Defence Force members who would like to become part of this exciting new chapter in our club's journey.
Whether you're an experienced player, returning to the game after time away, or looking to pull on the boots for the first time, we welcome women of all abilities who share our values of camaraderie, teamwork, respect, and service.
If you're interested in joining the Spartans Women's Team for the 2027 season, we'd love to hear from you.
Join the journey. Represent the Spartans. Build something special from the very beginning.
SPARTANS TO TAKE ON DARLING DOWNS IN NOV
SPARTANS TO RAISE THE BAR WITH A VETERAN LADIES TEAM!
SPARTANS TO TAKE ON DARLING DOWNS IN NOV
SPARTANS TO TAKE ON DARLING DOWN DINGOS
This November, the Spartans Select XV will take on the Darling Downs Dusty Dingoes - a representative side made up of some of the Darling Downs' old, bold and classic rugby players.
The match will headline the Toowoomba Sevens and will be played as a charity fundraiser, raising vital funds for Animal Therapies Ltd and helping support veterans and first responders through its animal-assisted therapy programs.
The teams will battle for the Animal Therapies Red Ball Trophy, currently held by the Toowoomba Police Spartans. For this special occasion, the Toowoomba Police Spartans will join forces with the Defence Spartans, creating a formidable Spartans Select XV to take on the Dusty Dingoes in what promises to be an outstanding showcase of community rugby, mateship and charity.
It's set to be one of the highlights of the rugby calendar, bringing together past and present players, supporters and the wider community for a fantastic cause.
SPARTANS REPRESENTING AT THE WDR 7'S
SPARTANS TO RAISE THE BAR WITH A VETERAN LADIES TEAM!
SPARTANS TO TAKE ON DARLING DOWNS IN NOV
SPARTANS TO PLAY ON THE WORLD STAGE?
The Spartans are incredibly proud to announce that our club will be represented on the international stage, with several of our players and coaching staff selected to assist the Australian Deaf Rugby teams at the 2026 World Deaf Rugby Sevens Championship in Tokyo, Japan.
The tournament will take place from 30 October to 4 November 2026, bringing together the world's best deaf rugby athletes to compete for international honours.
This is an outstanding opportunity for our members to contribute to Australian representative rugby while supporting an incredible program that showcases the talent, resilience and passion of the deaf and hard-of-hearing rugby community.
We wish all of our Spartans involved the very best as they pull on the green and gold and represent both our club and our nation with pride
SPARTANS LOCK IN A SUMMER OF SEVENS!
SPARTANS LOCK IN AN HISTORIC TOUR TO THE UNITED KINGDOM
SPARTANS FIRST AID COURSES ARE UP AND RUNNING!
SPARTANS SUMMER PARTY SEVENS LOCKED IN FOR NOVEMBER
The Spartans Rugby Club are proud to be co-hosting the Toowoomba Sevens on 7 November, alongside the Toowoomba Rangers Rugby Club, in what promises to be one of the biggest rugby events in the Darling Downs this year. Bringing together men’s and women’s teams, community spirit, and veterans rugby, the event will also feature the annual Brett Forte Cup charity match, making it a huge day of rugby, remembrance, and support for great causes. Lock the date in now — this is one you won’t want to miss!
SPARTANS FIRST AID COURSES ARE UP AND RUNNING!
SPARTANS LOCK IN AN HISTORIC TOUR TO THE UNITED KINGDOM
SPARTANS FIRST AID COURSES ARE UP AND RUNNING!
SPARTANS SPORTS TRAINER COURSES GO LIVE THIS AUGUST
The Spartans Rugby Club are proud to announce our next Level 1 Sports Trainer Course, commencing 29 August in Toowoomba. This is a fantastic opportunity for club members to gain nationally recognised skills in sports medicine, injury management, and player welfare, while continuing our mission of supporting veterans through qualifications and development pathways. Club members are invited to apply now and take the next step in becoming an accredited trainer. Limited places available - don’t miss out!
SPARTANS LOCK IN AN HISTORIC TOUR TO THE UNITED KINGDOM
SPARTANS LOCK IN AN HISTORIC TOUR TO THE UNITED KINGDOM
SPARTANS LOCK IN AN HISTORIC TOUR TO THE UNITED KINGDOM
SCRUMS, SCONES & ANZACS 2027
ALL SET FOR NEXT YEAR!
It's official. The Spartans Rugby Club's United Kingdom Tour is now locked in and ready to go for April–May 2027.
What promises to be the trip of a lifetime will see our players and staff travel across England and Scotland, proudly representing Australian veterans' rugby on the international stage while honouring the ANZAC legacy overseas.
BATHURST COUNTDOWN IS ON WITH 100 DAYS TO GO
SPARTANS LOCK IN AN HISTORIC TOUR TO THE UNITED KINGDOM
ONLY A 100 DAYS TILL WE HIT THE PADDOCK AGAIN!
The Spartans Rugby Club will return to the field on 26 September as we head south to compete in the prestigious Bathurst Rugby Festival.
With one of the biggest turnouts of the year expected, the team is preparing to once again showcase what Spartans rugby is all about—mateship, resilience, veteran spirit, and quality rugby.
After making a strong impression throughout 2026, the Spartans are looking to turn heads once again at one of New South Wales' premier Old Boys rugby events. Bringing together teams from across the region, the Bathurst Rugby Festival promises a fantastic day of competition, camaraderie, and rugby tradition.
Whether you're travelling with the team, supporting from afar, or following the action online, this is one event you won't want to miss.
SPARTANS REMEMBER FALLEN FRIENDS
THE SPARTANS V TOOWOOMBA BEARS XV
In a fitting contest for such a significant occasion, the Spartans Rugby Club secured a hard-fought 7–5 victory over the Toowoomba Bears in their ANZAC Day Charity Match, showcasing resilience, discipline, and unwavering determination.
The opening half belonged largely to the Bears, who controlled possession and territory, applying sustained pressure on the Spartans’ defensive line. Despite repeated defensive efforts, the Spartans were eventually undone by a moment of individual brilliance, with a Bears player slicing through to score a well-taken try. Heading into halftime, the Bears held a deserved 5–0 lead, while the Spartans regrouped knowing they had work to do.
The second half saw a marked shift in momentum. While possession remained a challenge, the Spartans began to assert themselves physically, particularly through the forward pack. Building phases and applying pressure, they gradually forced errors from the Bears, especially deep in their defensive third. That pressure paid off when a rushed clearance from the Bears’ back three was charged down, allowing the Spartans to pounce and score. The successful conversion edged them ahead 7–5.
From there, the match turned into a tense, end-to-end battle. The Bears mounted several strong attacking opportunities, pushing deep into the Spartans’ 22 on multiple occasions. However, handling errors at crucial moments—knock-ons and dropped balls over the line—denied them the chance to reclaim the lead.
The Spartans’ defence held firm under immense pressure in the closing stages, showing grit and composure to repel the Bears’ advances. As the final whistle blew, it was the Spartans who emerged victorious in a contest defined by effort, resilience, and respect for the occasion.
A hard-earned win, and a performance that reflected the spirit of ANZAC Day—courage, mateship, and endurance
SPARTANS FINALLY HIT THE PADDOCK!
THE SPARTANS LAUNCH THEIR SEASON IN STYLE!
History was made in Canberra as the Spartans Defence Veterans Rugby Club took to the field for the very first time at the ACT Fools Festival.
Across a huge day of rugby, the Spartans played four matches — securing two hard-fought wins and two narrow defeats — in what proved to be a powerful debut for the club. More importantly, the day saw a host of new players pull on the green and gold for the first time, strengthening the ranks of a club built for veterans.
In a fitting recognition of the Spartans spirit and values, the team was proudly awarded the Cosgrove Shield for Sportsmanship, a testament to the respect, camaraderie and professionalism shown both on and off the field. The club was also honoured to host supporters and partners from the Veterans Comp Association, who joined the Spartans to witness this historic moment.
The Spartans have arrived — and there’s no going back now.