About the Harlequins
Our Club
Our History
Following the formation of the Club in 1972, the club has competed in both the Sydney and Illawarra competitions.Over the years, the Quins have had an enormous level of success both on and off the rugby field and also had many disappointments. 1974 was the first success as 2nd Grade won the Illawarra Premiership. In 1977 the Harlequins had all 4 teams in the Sydney Sub-District Grand Finals at the old Sydney Sports Ground. We won 1st grade and 4th grade. In the 1980's we were runners up in lst grade 3rd Division, but Club Champions. The move back to Illawarra in the 1990's however witnessed the most successful era of the Quins. Starting in 1991 with the Under 19 premiership, the Club had teams in the Final series in each grade in every year until 1999. Winners in Under 19's, 2nd and 3rds at various times, culminated in winning the Club Championship and 1st grade in 1997. The success continued into the millennium again winning 1st Grade in 2001.Sydney Suburban Rugby beckoned and during those early 2000's the Quins again excelled. The Quins were now fielding 5 grades of senior teams and a Colts team. Initially in 2nd Division, the Club were Club Champions in 2005 and Minor Premiers in the same year. The Quins were voted the "best NSW Suburban Club" in 2003. The Club returned to the Illawarra District Rugby Union in 2015. Developing junior, mens and womens representatives since our 50th Anniversary in 2022. After covid and the hiatus for all community sport, the Club once again is rebuilding within both the Illawarra District and Sydney District competitions.
Our Values
ExcellenceWe strive for excellence in everything we do, constantly pushing ourselves to improve and achieve our best.
CaringWe foster a supportive and caring environment, ensuring that every member feels valued and appreciated.
LegacyWe honour the legacy of our club, respecting its history and traditions while building a future we can all be proud of.
CommunityWe build a strong sense of community, encouraging collaboration and camaraderie among all members.
RespectWe treat everyone with respect, valuing each person's contributions and perspectives.
Have FunWe believe in having fun and enjoying our time together, making our club a place of joy and laughter.
Our Committee
Life Members
Club Song
You are my sunshineYou are my sunshine, my only sunshineYou make me happy when skies are greyYou'll never know, dear, how much I love youPlease don't take my sunshine away
The other night, dear, as I lay sleepingI dreamed I held you in my armsBut when I awoke, dear, I was mistakenAnd I hung my head and I cried
You are my sunshine, my only sunshineYou make me happy when skies are greyYou'll never know, dear, how much I love youPlease don't take my sunshine awayogie ogie ogieoi oi oiogie ogie ogieoi oi oiogieoiogieoiogie ogie ogieoi oi oi
The other night, dear, as I lay sleepingI dreamed I held you in my armsBut when I awoke, dear, I was mistakenAnd I hung my head and I cried
You are my sunshine, my only sunshineYou make me happy when skies are greyYou'll never know, dear, how much I love youPlease don't take my sunshine awayogie ogie ogieoi oi oiogie ogie ogieoi oi oiogieoiogieoiogie ogie ogieoi oi oi
