Wheelchair Rugby Victoria

The Melbourne Invitational is almost here!

We're looking back on some of last year's photos as we countdown the days to the beginning of our Wheelchair Ruby National League Development Round.

In Melbourne? Come see the action!
📍 Location: Caroline Springs Leisure Centre, Melbourne, Victoria
📅 Dates: Friday 27 February – Sunday 1 March 2026
🕘 Time: 9:30am to 5pm Friday and Saturday, and 9am to 12pm Sunday
🎟️ Tickets: Free entry for spectators

Keep an eye on our pages for our team lists and event schedule to be shared next week!

Photos from the 2025 Melbourne Invitational by Morden Productions.

Read more: https://www.wheelchairrugby.com.au/news/2026/2/17/wheelchair-rugby-national-league-kicks-off-2026-season-with-expanded-melbourne-development-rounds

🎟️🎟️🎟️ WRWC 2026 TICKETS ON SALE 🎟️🎟️🎟️

More teams and information will be shared in the coming weeks, so keep your eyes on WRA's pages for the latest updates.

Tickets are now on sale for the 2026 Santos Wheelchair Rugby World Challenge, returning to Adelaide from 23 to 26 April.

This year’s event marks a major milestone, with wheelchair rugby powerhouses USA and Great Britain confirmed to compete at the World Challenge for the first time, facing the Australian Steelers as all three teams prepare for the World Championships later in the year. More teams to be announced soon!

The four-day event will feature elite international competition, prime-time Steelers sessions, the Wheelchair Rugby National Championship, and the return of the Juniors Division.

🎟️ Tickets available now via www.wheelchairrugby.com.au/tickets

Santos Ltd | South Australian Tourism Commission | Great Britain Wheelchair Rugby | USA Wheelchair Rugby

The 2026 season for Wheelchair Rugby Victoria begins on Monday 19 January.

Join us for our official launch event to mark the milestone and hear directly from Wheelchair Rugby Australia CEO Chris Nay.

We hope to see you there!

It's the Sunshine Coast Clash this weekend, and we are cheering on the Victorian-based teams Box Hill Rugby Union Football Club and MRUFC Unicorns competing in Division 2.

Good luck also to our Victorian athletes playing across different teams 👏

Head to Wheelchair Rugby Australia for the full team lists.

ANNOUNCEMENT: Wheelchair rugby in Victoria is now under the management of Wheelchair Rugby Australia (WRA).

In partnership with Disability Sport and Recreation (DSR), this strategic move marks an exciting new chapter for wheelchair rugby in Victoria and reflects the continued growth and evolution of wheelchair rugby in Australia, positioning the sport in Victoria under a dedicated, single-sport organisation to support athlete development and increase opportunities at all levels.

WRA thanks DSR for their longstanding support and the invaluable contributions they’ve made in managing the wheelchair rugby program in Victoria to date and looks forward to ongoing collaboration with DSR to promote participation and grow the sport at the community level.

Read more in the joint media release: https://www.wheelchairrugby.com.au/news/2025/8/14/wheelchair-rugby-program-in-victoria-moves-from-disability-sport-and-recreation-to-wheelchair-rugby-australia

🥉 Bronze for the Victorian Protect Thunder!

Congratulations to the team on taking out third place at the Wheelchair Rugby National Championships, part of the 2025 Santos Wheelchair Rugby World Challenge, hosted by Wheelchair Rugby Australia.

A huge thank you to the incredible athletes, coaches and our dedicated support team who made this achievement possible!

Thank you to Protect for your ongoing support of the Victorian Protect Thunder team

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🚨 Our Junior Wheelchair Rugby Development Program is BACK – and it’s completely FREE!

Kids aged 6-14 can join in the fun, make new friends, and experience the excitement of wheelchair rugby.

📅 Season 3 kicks off this Saturday
📍 Royal Talbot Rehabilitation Centre, 1 Yarra Boulevard, Kew
🕙 10 AM – 12 PM

For more info and to register head to: bit.ly/JRNWR2025

Can't make every session? No worries – drop in when you can!

That’s a wrap on an action-packed Melbourne Invitational!

What an incredible weekend of high-intensity competition at the Melbourne Invitational. A huge congratulations to all the teams for their effort, determination and sportsmanship on the court.

A big thank you to our sponsors Protect, The Victorian Government Get Active Victoria and Melbourne Health & Care Services for making this event possible.

📲 Missed the action? Catch up on match replays here: https://bit.ly/melbourne-invitational

That’s a wrap on Day 2🔥

The action ramped up at the Melbourne Invitational today, with hard-hitting clashes, strategic plays and plenty of electrifying moments on court!

The final day of action kicks off tomorrow at Caroline Springs Leisure Centre
from 9:00AM

📺 Watch live here: https://bit.ly/melbourne-invitational

🏐 The 2025 Wheelchair Rugby National League kicks off tomorrow!

Get ready for an action-packed weekend at the Melbourne Invitational from Feb 28 – March 2 at Caroline Springs Leisure Centre.

Don’t miss the fast-paced, hard-hitting competition as teams battle it out on court 💪

📅 Event Details
Location: Caroline Springs Leisure Centre, 9-19 The Parade, Caroline Springs 3023
Schedule:
Friday: 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Saturday: 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Sunday: 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM

🎟️ Entry is FREE – come down and show your support!

For more infomation and live streaming, visit: https://bit.ly/melbourne-invitational

This event is proudly supported by Protect, Victorian Government, Get Active Victoria and
Melbourne Health & Care Services

🏐 Get ready for the 2025 Wheelchair Rugby National League!

It all kicks off with the Melbourne Invitational from Feb 28 – March 2 at Caroline Springs Leisure Centre!

Watch our Victorian teams battle it out against interstate rivals before taking on the Brisbane Bash and Sydney Slam.

Proudly supported by Protect and the Victorian Government, Get Active Victoria.

📅 Mark your calendars! Get all the details here: https://bit.ly/melbourne-invitational