Harlequins support Melbourne's bid for a Super 15 rugby union team
The Rebels will march again!
We've never had a better opportunity to seize our rightful place in the world's premier rugby comptetition. They won't hand it to us on a plate - but we're hungrier than ever and getting ready to overcome every challenge that comes our way. We have the Government onside, the perfect purpose-built stadium and the will to win. Now all we need is you. This is your opportunity to be part of the most exciting new sporting side to ever take to the field.
The expansion Super Rugby side will commence competition in 2011. We are seeking investment from friends of Victorian Rugby Union - individuals and companies - to build a fighting fund to ensure that we are never left to sit on the side lines again.
In return you'll become part of rugby history and its future. Your passion, commitment and financial support will win you a permanent place on the side. Become a member of the Affinity Club or the First Fifteen and be there every time Melbourne takes to the field.
Affinity Club
$1,000 will secure the guaranteed right to purchase a lifetime seat for every Super Rugby game played at Melbourne's new home of rugby, the magnificent Rectangular Stadium. Your seat will be positioned at the heart of the action, right on the halfway line. Club investors will enjoy all the benefits of an exclusive Affinity Club zone with access to superb private hospitality facilities.
$5.000 will supersize your enjoyment of Super Rugby. A $5,000 Affinity Club package secures you the right to purchase four setas and receiev priority access to all official match day functions, including coach and player briefings.
First Fifteen
$15,000 will secure the guaranteed right to purchase permanent corporate hospitality facilities for every Super Rugby game played at the stadium. First Fifteen investors will enjoy state-of-the-art private viewing and dining facilities for members and guests.
'Take to the Field' Launch Event
Affinity Club and First Fifteen investors will be guests at the Suoper Rugby Bid Launch event to be staged in September, 2009. The launch will feature an official bid presentation and the opportunity to join with iconic Australian rugby personalities as we publicly declare our readiness to 'take the field'.
All funds invested through the Affinity Club and the First Fifteen will be deployed by the Victorian Rugby Union (VRU) to finance the bid process. This will include aspects of research, promotion and communication from bid preparation through to licence allocation.
To express your interest in helping Melbourne's Super Fifteen bid please email the VRU. Further information can be found on the VRU website.
