Join us for an exclusive evening of insight, connection, and world-class rugby leadership.

The International Rugby Leadership Dinner brings together some of the game’s most respected coaches and players for a rare, behind-the-scenes conversation about the future of rugby.

📅 Friday 17 October

📍 Oaks Hotel

⏰ 6-10pm

🎤 Guest Panel hosted by Phil Coorey:

Les Kiss - Queensland Reds Coach & incoming Wallabies Coach
Robbie Deans - Saitama Wild Knights Coach, former Wallabies Coach
Tim Walsh - Australian Women's 7s Coach
Cory Sweeney - New Zealand Women's 7s Coach
Emilie Bydwell - USA Women's 7s Coach

This is your chance to hear from the leaders shaping international rugby, enjoy a premium dining experience including Mort & Co beef, and network with players, sponsors, and community leaders.

✨ Highlights include:

Panel discussion on the future of global rugby
Live Q&A opportunities
Premium dining experience including award-winning Phoenix Wagyu Beef thanks to Mort & Co
Exclusive memorabilia auction

Seats are limited, secure your table now and be part of this landmark rugby celebration.

🎁 If you can’t make the event, you can still be a part of the action with the live auction: https://bit.ly/downs-leadership-auction