National Competitions
In 1997 Manawatu had a team in the Lion Red Cup. This team was known as the Manawatu Mustangs.
Between 2002 and 2007 Manawatu Rugby League fielded a side in the national Bartercard Cup. This team was known as the Central Falcons. However Manawatu was not invited to field a side in 2008's new Bartercard Premiership.
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