Danila Lochrin named the new Darwin rugby chief executive

An experienced Territory sports administrator has been unveiled as the new boss at NT Rugby Union after an extensive search. Read what she hopes to bring to the role.

An experienced Territory sports administrator has been unveiled as the new NT Rugby Union general manager following an exhaustive search.

Danila Lochrin has taken over the top job at the governing body after leading Equestrian NT for the past five years.

The proud Territorian was named the 2023 NT Sports Awards Volunteer of the Year and has strong ties to NT government sport and recreation through her time with Equestrian NT and Equestrian Australia.

She’s also a well-known face around the NT Rugby community, and particularly the Swampdogs Rugby Union Club, through her two sons.

She will officially begin working with NT Rugby on April 14.

Danila Lochrin named the new NT Rugby general manager.

Ms Lochrin said she was proud to have the opportunity and bring her experiences to the role ahead of what promises to be a big year for the sporting body.

“I’m a proud Territorian and honoured for the opportunity to help write an exciting new chapter of NT Rugby,” she said.

“We’re coming off one of the most exciting seasons in recent memory and there’s plenty to come in 2025 with our junior representative program, the Darwin Masters 10s and a revamped Hottest 7s in the World.”

NT Rugby thanked Rugby Australia for its assistance during the recruitment process, particularly Matt Kaye who took on the role as caretaker chief executive during the recently finished 2024-25 season.

NT Rugby board president Garry Russell said the board was excited to welcome Ms Lochrin to the role.

“We’re excited to welcome Danila to the NT Rugby family. She’s an experienced sports administrator with strong ties to the Territory and its rugby community,” he said.

Originally published as Danila Lochrin named the new Darwin rugby chief executive