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The Home Hill Devils Rugby League Club will celebrate the 40th anniversary of its historic 1986 A Grade and Under 18 premiership-winning season. Pictured are Under 11 Premiers 1987. Photo source: Facebook
Former players, supporters, families and friends are invited to relive one of the Burdekin's greatest rugby league eras, with the Home Hill Devils Rugby League Club celebrating the 40th anniversary of its historic 1986 premiership season.
The reunion, to be held across the weekend of 17th to 19th July, will commemorate 40 years since the Home Hill Devils claimed both the A Grade and Under 18 premierships – a milestone that cemented the club's place in Burdekin rugby league history.
Although the Home Hill Devils are no longer an active club, organisers say the team's legacy lives on through the many players, families and supporters who later became part of the Burdekin Roosters. The reunion will provide an opportunity for former teammates and supporters to reconnect, share memories and celebrate the friendships and community spirit that defined the club, and organisers are encouraging anyone with a connection to the Devils to attend.
The celebrations will kick off on Friday, 17th July, with a meet-and-greet at the Crown Hotel, Home Hill, from 6pm. On Saturday, 18th July, attendees are invited to gather at Bendigo Park, Ayr (Old Rugby Park) from 3pm, where the Burdekin Roosters will take on Centrals in the Under 19s, Reserve Grade and A Grade fixtures. The weekend will then conclude with a farewell breakfast at the Burdekin Race Club, Home Hill, from 9am on Sunday, 19th July.
Organisers say they’re looking forward to reconnecting with those who were part of the club's memorable era while honouring the achievements, friendships and community spirit that made the Home Hill Devils such an important part of Burdekin rugby league history. For more information, contact Anne-Maree Dale on 0421 550 457.
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