The Oceania Rugby has announced Cathy Wong is the new Director to represent the region to the World Rugby Council.

Wong who has been involved in sports for a long time, become the first woman from the region to be part of the council.

Oceania Rugby President Richard Sapias says Cathy’s appointed was due to her commitment in the development of rugby in the country and in the Oceania.

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“How delighted we are at Oceania Rugby to appoint Cathy’s appointment on a yet exciting year of rugby activities in our region especially our investment in women’s rugby.”

Meanwhile Wong says one of her strong vision is to support and help the female players secure contract overseas.

“Men’s team are contracted players. One of my vision is to ensure that the same treatment that’s given across to the men in time will be given to the woman.”

Fiji Rugby Union Chief Executive John O’Connor says Wong’s appointment will give Women’s Rugby in the Oceania Region a louder voice to share the work that our Member Unions are doing to increase participation and involvement at all levels of the game.

Wong will attend her first World Rugby Council meeting in May in London.