Be in the Game
Sign up through your Provincial Union below and start the journey of being a referee.
Referee
Be in the Game!
Experience the action and excitement of rugby, Referee.
To find out about training and education in your area, get in touch!
Join the team
Anyone can join and you don’t need to pass a test. You’re good to go straight away.
Training
You’ll spend time in a team of other referees who are similar in ability and are free to attend when it suits you.
Coaching
You’ll be assigned a coach who will work with you to develop your game. They'll also come to your matches and provide feedback.
Refereeing
Enjoy the flexibility. You can choose when and how often you’d like to referee. Keen to start out as an Assistant Referee? That’s fine.
How do I get involved?
How to register your interest in becoming a referee, as well as learning more tricks of the trade to improve your game
Referee Education
In Rugby Toolbox you'll find a collection of NZR resources to assist with your training and development.
Rugby ToolboxRegister:
Don’t be on the sidelines this season, be in the game and become a referee.