The Hunter Valley is an important area for QR National, with growing operations and a growing workforce. QR National is proud to be a major sponsor of the Newcastle Knights and Jets. 
We are dedicated to expanding our national footprint and market presence and our partnership with the Hunter Sports Group for the dual-club sponsorship will build on our commitment to regional communities.
The Knights, established in 1988, have tasted on field success with eight consecutive years of finals appearances, including two premierships in 1997 and 2001. The Jets have over 10,000 passionate local fans and strong history in the A-League competition, winning the championship in 2007/08 season.
Off the field, both teams recognise the people of their region are their most important asset, and have been involved in a significant number of community programs and charities.
To extend our involvement in the community in the region, the sponsorship will include community programs, scholarships, health and well-being programs and volunteer recognition programs, as well as the utilisation of players to help spread the message of Rail Safety.
Volunteer Program
On 16 March, QR National and the Hunter Sports Group launched a Volunteer Program, recognising the wonderful contribution of individuals who donate their time to local Hunter region junior rugby league and football clubs.
Every nominee will receive two match tickets as well as a Volunteer Program t-shirt. At season’s end, eight winners per code receive a $250 prize and an invitation to a VIP event.
Nominations for the Volunteer Program are now open with the full details including nomination forms on the Newcastle Knights website.
Registration Grants Program
The QR National Registration Grants Program provides an opportunity for aspiring young Hunter region rugby league and football players to participate in their chosen code, regardless of their financial circumstances.
Sixteen winners were chosen to receive a QR National Registration Grant, eight from junior rugby league and eight from junior football.
The winners will receive registration fee reimbursement a voucher for $100 for sporting equipment, a quality football and tickets to a Newcastle Knights home game.
To find out who are the first recipients of the QR National Registration Grants Program, please visit the Knights website.
Rail Safety Program
The QR National Rail Safety Program was launched at St Columban’s Primary School in Newcastle on Wednesday 9 May.
QR National sponsored player and Rail Safety Ambassador James McManus and Knights captain Kurt Gidley teamed up with Tim Gearing from QR National to deliver key rail safety messages to the students.
As part of the program, Newcastle Knights and Jets players will visit 30 Hunter Valley primary schools in terms two and three this year.
For more information, please visit the Knights website.
Easter Clinic
QR National recently supported the Newcastle Knights Easter Holiday Clinic, where hundreds of local kids learned new rugby league skills as well as hearing about rail safety. Visit the Knights website for more information.