North Otago Rugby has confirmed Colliers Rural Real Estate as the naming rights partner of its Presidents Grade competition for the 2026 season, to be known as the Colliers Burns Shield.
The Presidents Grade (Burns Shield) provides a key participation pathway for North Otago Rugby’s rural and town clubs, supporting school leavers into senior rugby and progression toward the Citizens Shield competition.
North Otago Rugby is pleased to welcome Colliers Rural Real Estate, with the partnership reflecting a shared commitment to grassroots sport and strong community connection across the region.
Colliers Rural Real Estate operates in more than 70 countries worldwide and is part of a nationwide group of franchises offering rural real estate and valuation advice across rural New Zealand. The business has a strong footprint in North Otago, with Ross Robertson working within a wider team that includes offices in Timaru, Ashburton, and Christchurch.
Shane O’Brien, Managing Director, Colliers Rural & Agribusiness, said:
“Colliers Rural Real Estate are delighted to sponsor North Otago Rugby in 2026 and in particular, the Colliers Burns Shield for the Presidents Grade. As a company with many clients across the region, we are delighted to give something tangible back to the community and support grass roots rugby here in North Otago. We look forward to joining in cheering on the North Otago team in the Heartland Competition and wish all teams in the Colliers Burns Shield and their supporters and communities a successful sporting season in 2026.”
North Otago Rugby CEO Sene Naoupu said the partnership strengthens the Union’s ability to support participation and sustain club rugby across the region.
“We are delighted to welcome Colliers Rural Real Estate as naming rights partner of the Colliers Burns Shield. This support enhances our ability to deliver strong participation opportunities for players, coaches and clubs across the season.
The Presidents Grade plays an important role in sustaining rugby across our rural and town communities, and partnerships like this are critical to maintaining a vibrant and inclusive club environment.
We also value the strong alignment with the rural sector in North Otago, and look forward to working together to support the continued growth of the game across the region.”
North Otago Rugby thanks Colliers Rural Real Estate for their support and looks forward to working together to grow participation and strengthen club rugby throughout the 2026 season.