A fire investigator would be attending at the scene today, the spokesperson said.
In a message posted on Facebook, club president Marty Hatu said: “Unfortunately our beloved club was caught in a fire early this morning. The fire has now been extinguished and the Fire and Emergency team are currently on site carrying out their mahi.”
It said at this stage, fire and police officers were conducting investigations.
“We kindly ask everyone to please stay away from the club and allow the teams to do their work safely and efficiently.
“We will continue to keep everyone updated as we work through this unfortunate situation together.”
Crews battled a fire at Whakarewarewa Rugby Community Sports club overnight.
Earlier this month the club celebrated its success at the Bay of Plenty Rugby Awards, describing it as a “the year that keeps on giving”.
The club won many awards, including Marty Hatu for Administrator of the Year, Ngarimu Simpkins for Coach of the Year, Jessie Mason-Grant for Player of the Year, Jordyn Tihore for Women’s Player of the Year and both Men’s and Women’s Team of the Year.
The men’s team won the Baywide Premier final in July against Tauranga Sports, its first Baywide win in 19 years.
The women’s team also won the Baywide Championship final.
More to come.