The nib Newcastle Knights are proud to reveal our 2025 Anzac Round Jersey, which is now on sale to the public.
You can purchase the jersey by clicking here.
The jersey honours the 35th Battalion, dubbed 'Newcastle’s Own', with the jersey adorned in the green and brown colours which featured on the patch worn by the battalion.
Nearly 600 men from the Newcastle region served in this battalion during World War I, enduring brutal conditions on the Western Front and playing key roles in battles such as Messines, Passchendaele, and Villers-Bretonneux.
The jersey features a classic collar, paying homage to the historical period of the conflict and serving as a lasting reminder with "Lest We Forget" inscribed on the inside.
Officially endorsed by the Australian Defence Force, the integrated camouflage design is a powerful tribute to the service and sacrifice of our military.
The distinct insignia of the 35th Infantry Battalion, AIF, features on the bottom back of the jersey. This was worn as a distinguishing unit indication at the head of each sleeve from 1916.
The Australian and New Zealand flags are also featured, symbolising unity and shared history.
This jersey serves as a powerful reminder of the resilience and sacrifice of those who served. Through this initiative, the Newcastle Knights will proudly commemorate the 35th Battalion while strengthening the club’s connection to the region’s rich history.
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Newcastle's Own: The story behind the 2025 Anzac Round Jersey
To bring this tribute to life, the Knights worked with Newcastle Cathedral, home to significant memorabilia from the 35th Battalion.
One key piece is a Victoria Cross awarded to Newcastle born, Captain Clarence Jeffries for his extraordinary bravery.
While Jeffries was a member of the 34th Battalion, he fought alongside the 35th Battalion, leading his unit in the battle of Ypres, strengthening the connection between the two units.
As part of the jersey’s promotion, Knights captain Kalyn Ponga was filmed holding Jeffries’ VC medal, highlighting the battalion’s legacy, and educating the community on Newcastle’s wartime history.
