Contact ORRA Executive
Get in touch with the ORRA executive committee. Each member has specific responsibilities and is here to support you.
Executive Committee 2024/2025
Chairperson
Name: [To be updated]
Email:
Responsibilities:
- Overall leadership and strategic direction
- Chair executive meetings
- Liaison with Otago Rugby
- Represent ORRA externally
- Oversee all association activities
Secretary
Name: [To be updated]
Email:
Responsibilities:
- Meeting minutes and records
- General correspondence
- Membership records
- Document management
- General inquiries
Treasurer
Name: [To be updated]
Email:
Responsibilities:
- Financial management and reporting
- Process fuel reimbursements
- Manage membership fees
- Banking and payments
- Budget preparation
Coaching & Development Officer
Name: [To be updated]
Email:
Responsibilities:
- Training programs and sessions
- Referee development and mentoring
- Assessments and feedback
- Pathway progression support
- Panel recommendations
- Fitness and law test coordination
South Representative
Name: [To be updated]
Email:
Responsibilities:
- Represent southern region referees
- Liaison for southern clubs and matches
- Regional communication
- Local issue resolution
- South region appointments support
Central Representative
Name: Hamish McKnight
Email:
Responsibilities:
- Represent central region referees
- Liaison for central clubs and matches
- Regional communication
- Local issue resolution
- Central region appointments support
Socials Officer
Name: [To be updated]
Email:
Responsibilities:
- Organize social events and gatherings
- End-of-season functions
- Team building activities
- Referee welfare and morale
- Awards and recognition events
Otago Rugby Union Contacts
Game Development - Referees: brandon.hale@orfu.co.nz
Who Should I Contact?
| If you need... | Contact... |
|---|---|
| Fuel reimbursement queries | Treasurer |
| Training or development support | Coaching & Development Officer |
| Match appointment questions | Regional Representative (South/Central) or Chairperson |
| Panel placement inquiries | Coaching & Development Officer |
| Regional club liaison | South or Central Representative |
| Social events and functions | Socials Officer |
| Membership or general admin | Secretary |
| Policy or governance matters | Chairperson |
| Anonymous feedback or concerns | Question Box |
Meeting Times
Executive Meetings: Second Thursday of each month, 6:00 PM
Location: [To be updated]
Members: Contact the Secretary if you wish to raise an item.
Emergency Match Day Contact
⚠️ Urgent Match Day Issues
For urgent matters on match day (injury, safety concerns, or last-minute emergencies):
- The referee emergency contact number is 027 352 8559
- Contact your Regional Appointments Officer is no-one picks up.