New Division One side Belfast Harlequins start their AIB League campaign on 26 October against familar opponents.

Andre Bester's side take on UL Bohemians whom they defeated in the Division Two play-off final last May.

The only drawback for Harlequins is that they have to make the long trek to Limerick to face a side they defeated twice last season with comfortable ease.

Also on their travels on the opening day are are 2001 champions Dungannon who face Blackrock in Dublin.

Ballymena, however, start with a home tie at Eaton Park against Clontarf.

In one of three Division One Ulster derby games, Ballymena will face Harlequins at Eaton Park on 7 December, Dungannon travel to face Harlequins on 1 February.

The country rivals square up to each other on 28 December at Stevenson Park.

In Division Two, Malone begin their campaign with a home tie against UCC while Portadown are away to Bective Rangers and Ballynahinch are at home to Thomond.

In Division Three, promoted Queen's University face the long trek to Cork where Highfield lie in wait.

City of Derry, relegated last season, are away to Connacht side Ballina.

Banbridge begin with a home game against Waterpark, while Instonians are away to Waterpark.