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AnnuAl RepoRt & stAtement of Accounts 2011

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Wellington Rugby Football Union (Incorporated) Annual Report 2011

Contents

List of Officers ................................................................................................................... 2

Honours and Awards ........................................................................................................ 3

Balanced Scoreboard ........................................................................................................ 4

Chairman’s Report ............................................................................................................ 5

Rugby Board Report .......................................................................................................... 8

Team Reports

Hurricanes ................................................................................................................ 9

Vodafone Wellington Lions ..................................................................................... 12

Wellington Pride ..................................................................................................... 15

Wellington Development ........................................................................................ 16

Wellington U20 Development ................................................................................. 16

Wellington U20 ...................................................................................................... 17

Wellington U18 ...................................................................................................... 18

Wellington U16 ...................................................................................................... 19

Wellington U16 Development ................................................................................. 19

Wellington Maori .................................................................................................... 20

Wellington Sevens .................................................................................................. 20

Wellington Rugby Referees’ Association ......................................................................... 21

Wellington Secondary Schools Rugby .............................................................................. 22

Junior Rugby Zone Executive ........................................................................................... 24

Greater Wellington Primary Schools’ Rugby ..................................................................... 26

Club Competitions: 2011 Grade Winners ........................................................................ 28

WRFU Premier Mens and Womens Club Champions 2011 ............................................. 29

Obituaries ....................................................................................................................... 30

Financial Report .............................................................................................................. 31

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Wellington Rugby Football Union (inC.)

Office Bearers 2011

President: Mr J. Wootton

Vice Presidents: Messrs W. Guppy, J. Smyth, D. Latham,

M. Robbers

immediate Past President: Mr D. Linkhorn

Life Members: G.W.J. Atkin (1991), D.D. Bond (1997)

(deceased 2011), W.H. Cunliffe (1991) (deceased 2011),

B.T. Frederikson (2005), A.P. (Bill) Freeman (2005), L.J. Hall

(1994) (Deceased 2011), M.C. Henderson (2005) (deceased

2011), A.R. Leslie (2008), J. Oldershaw (1993), E.J. Tonks (1991),

Dr W.J. Treadwell (1998), G.C. Williams (2008).

BOard Of directOrs

A.M. Duffin (Chairman), G.K. Poole (Deputy Chairman),

P.D. Collins, K. Laban, I. Potter, K.R. Pulley, P.R. Scott, K.W. Smiler

rugBy BOard

P.R. Scott (Chairman), K.R. Pulley (Deputy Chairman, Tawa), G.R.

Gosper (Avalon) (replaced by G Kennedy June 2011), J. Sumner

(College Old Boys-Victoria University), R. Plimmer (Eastbourne),

P. McGuinness (Hutt Old Boys Marist), M. J. Usmar (Johnsonville),

A. Woods (Marist St. Pat’s), R. Wood (Northern United), G.

Waugh (Oriental-Rongotai), L. Hedges (Paremata-Plimmerton),

M Blandford (Petone), J.Davies (Poneke), C. Wise (Rimutaka),

K. Eastwood (Stokes Valley), E. Wall (Upper Hutt), P. R. McCoy

(Wainuiomata), N.W. Hughes (Wellington), G.W. Stephen

(Western Suburbs), M. Leggett (GWPSRU), C.McMillan (JRZE),

M.J.Dilnott (WRRA), G.Duffy (WSSRU).

staff

J.M.D. Te Puni (Chief Executive Officer – commenced April

2011), S. Allen (Marketing Executive, resigned April 2011),

K. Austin (Event Executive), A. Bell (Vodafone Wellington Lions

Head Coach, resigned November 2011), C. Boyd (Vodafone

Wellington Lions Head Coach appointed November 2011),

M. Bradshaw (Assistant Strength & Conditioning Coach),

K. Bulling (Sponsorship Manager NZ International Sevens,

resigned September 2011), W.R. Caccia-Birch (Manager

Amateur Rugby), J. Coles (Sponsorship Manager NZ

International Sevens, appointed November 2011), B. G. Couch

(Financial Controller, resigned December 2011), E. Crawford

(High Performance Manager), D. Cron (Video Analyst),

B. Crossley (Club Rugby Administrator), A. Dallas (Ticketing

Manager), P. Downes (Strength & Conditioning Coach),

R. Gordon (Club Rugby Support, as at February 2011) L.V. Grace

(Manager Events), L. A. Hamerton (PA to CEO), R. Henderson

(Accountant), K. Hughes (Assistant Physiotherapist, resigned

November 2011, ) A. Jackson (Rugby Services Support, as at

February 2011), D. King (Rugby Development Co-ordinator),

T. Mannix (Taskforce Rugby Development Officer as at January

2011), R. Martelli (Commercial Executive, as at January 2011),

J. McKee (Assistant Accountant), L. Morgan (Sales Executive),

I. Murphy (Vodafone Wellington Lions Team Doctor, as at July

2011), D. O’Shaughnessy (Vodafone Wellington Lions Manager,

resigned March 2011), C. Reddin (Suppliership Manager NZ

International Sevens), S. Rossiter-Stead (Commercial Manager),

C. Shaw (Vodafone Wellington Lions Physiotherapist),

M. Stote-Blandy (Receptionist), W. Strang (Club Liaison Officer),

C. Tye (Caretaker, Training Centre), D. Walsh (Referee Education

Officer), S.M. Walters (General Manager, NZ International

Sevens), K. Wanden (Rugby Services Administrator),

T. Ward (Vodafone Wellington Lions Manager, as at June 2011,

resigned September 2011), R. Watt (Vodafone Wellington Lions

Assistant Coach), R. Whatarau (Assistant Rugby Development

Co-ordinator), D. Wildash (Vodafone Wellington Lions Strength

& Conditioning Coach), B. Williams (Communications Executive).

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rePreseNtatiVe teaM Head cOacHes

WeLLiNgtON LiONs: A Bell

WeLLiNgtON Pride: D Rapira-Davies

deVeLOPMeNt: D Ross

u20: F Rees

u20 deV: J Furlong

u18: C Wells

u16: E Va’a

u16 deV: D Pollock

MaOri: P Wharakura

MeN’s seVeNs: P Martin

auditOrs

ERNST & YOUNG

HONOurs

NeW ZeaLaNd: Hosea Gear, Cory Jane, Ma’a Nonu,

Conrad Smith, Victor Vito, Piri Weepu.

NeW ZeaLaNd uNder 20: Michael Kainga, TJ Perenara,

Solomona Sakalia, Bradley Shields, Lima Sopoaga.

NeW ZeaLaNd secONdary scHOOLs: Ardie Savea.

BLacK ferNs: Muteremoana Aiatu, Shakira Baker,

Rebecca Mahoney, Katarina Whata.

NeW ZeaLaNd seVeNs: Lote Raikabula, George Tilsley.

tui aWards

club coach Of the year: Phil Proctor (Oriental-Rongotai

Premiers)

club team Of the year: Oriental-Rongotai Premiers

Best and fairest club rugby Player: Liu Taituave (Marist St

Pats)

Wellington rugby supporters club Player Of the year:

Bradley Shields (Petone)

al Keown Memorial cup: Solomona Sakalia (Marist St Pats)

Ken comber Memorial cup: Donald Brighouse (Marist St Pats)

Most Promising Player Of the year: Bradley Shields (Petone)

Women’s Player Of the year: Ponisitia Paasi (Marist St Pats)

the dominion Post Wrfu club Volunteer Of the year:

Graeme Brooking (Old Boys University)

referee Of the year: Mike Fraser

representative coach Of the year: Damian Rapira-Davies

representative team Of the year: Wellington Pride

tui Player Of the year: Alapati Leiua (Northern United)

Jeffrey Gaskin: Sideline Photography

Jeffrey Gaskin: Sideline Photography

Honours and Awards

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Balanced Scoreboard

total 71/100%

game development 25% result goal

PlayersIncrease the number of registered players in:Juniors (0-12) Increase registered junior players by 3% age group 13-20

• Increase registered players by 2%• Retain 80% of 2010 junior registered players

now at secondary school senior 21+

• Retain 60% of registered senior players • Retain 50% of 2010 registered secondary

school leavers Overall Increase total registered players by 3%

2% 8%

coaches• Ensure there are twice as many registered coaches

as there are teams Coaching Courses• DRC (Developing Rugby Coaches) course

completion = minimum x4 coaches• Advanced Course completion = minimum x4 coaches

6% 6%

referees Increase the number of active referees by 5%

3% 3%

rWc Legacy80% of clubs actively engaged in legacy programme and conducting at least one event during RWC Delivery of RWC Legacy initiatives, including:

• Rugby Discovery Day – Junior Recruitment Drive • Rippa World Cup – Primary Schools Programme • Clubs and schools ‘sign your jersey’ campaign • Rugby Passport in clubs

6% 6%

club scoreboardAll clubs to have completed 2011 Scoreboard goals by 31 March, with average target score of 80% achieved

2% 2%

19% 25%

competitions 5% result goal

Wellington Rugby will run competitions that address health and safety by ensuring minimum standards are adhered to in all club facilities and that those hosting premier fixtures abide by the minimum stan-dards for playing fields. This will include adherence to the new technical zone requirements on all club number one grounds.

2% 2%

Wellington Rugby will ensure they manage credible competitions by providing accurate draws and points tables, enforcing all WRFU by-laws and providing referees to 90% of games under their jurisdiction.

2% 2%

Wellington Rugby will analyse the number of teams, games and evenness of each competition it operates, then consider the appropriateness of the findings before developing and implementing plans to ad-dress any concerns for the following season. This will include reviewing the current competition structure, and consultation with all relevant stakeholders, with a view to recommending any proposed changes to the Rugby Board by the end of the year.

1% 1%

5% 5%

representative (High Performance) teams – 38%

result goal

The VWL will win the ITM Cup in 2011• If they win final (8%)• If they make final (7%)• Vodafone Wellington Lions qualify for 2012

Premiership (5%)

5% 20%

All other Provincial teams meet WRFU minimum standards of proficient management and achieve their agreed performance targets (i.e)

• Under 20 Team – U20 Development Programme completed (2%); team wins 70% of matches (2%)

• Under 18 Team - Wins Hurricanes Region U18 Competition (1%); Team meets newly developed Talent ID and player Development Model outcomes (1%)

• Under 16 Team - Achieves Talent and ID and Player Development Model outcomes (1%); wins tournament (1%)

• Sevens – Makes Cup section of National Sevens (2%). Wins National Sevens (1%)

10% 11%

• There will be no fewer than 20 players from WRFU represented in higher level teams. (All Blacks, NZ Maori, NZU20, NZ Sevens, NZ Schools, NZU17) (2%)

• 75% of the current Lions squad have been, or are members of the Wellington Academy (2%)

• Talented coaches programme implemented (2%)• Prepare strategic plan for development of Sevens

rugby for men and women in the province (1%)

2%

2%

2%

1%

2%

2%

2%

1%

22% 38%

governance and financial – 32% result goal

The operating result for 2011 (excluding income from NZI Sevens, Hurricanes and Test) will match or exceed the budget, within $100,000 less than budget (5%); more than $100,000 above budget (5%)

15% 15%

WRFU will continue to enhance its expertise and reputation as an event manager by:• Managing the Hurricanes franchise efficiently and

effectively by achieving budget and meeting KPI’s• Managing the 2011 NZI Sevens efficiently and ef-

fectively and achieving the budget net surplus for the event

• Managing the test in 2011 efficiently and effectively to achieve a KPI rating of at least 90%

• Meeting the WCC and RNZ2011 requirements as specified

1%

6%

0%3%

5%

6%

3%3%

25% 32%

2010 = 65%

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Chairman’s ReporteXecutiVe suMMary

The past 12 months for Wellington Rugby has been a year full of

contrast and will be one of the most remembered in the history

of the organisation. In a year that will be noted for its highs and

its lows, it is pleasing to announce that we will finish the year

with a positive cash result having achieved budget. This will be

the first positive financial result since 2007 which, under the

current economic climate and challenges rugby organisations

face, is a fantastic end to the year.

Wellington Rugby has ended the year with a profit of $346,838

before tax and depreciation, and a final figure of $11,910 after

these items are taken into account. Although a small profit, the

turnaround from recent years is an important step. This was

achieved only by meeting our targets for commercial, match and

gaming revenue, whilst maintaining our focus on cost reduction.

Total expenses were reduced by over $600,000 compared to 2010.

The more difficult times of the year included the dramatic events

at the Hurricanes, a tough run of results for the Wellington

Lions and the challenging environment for ticket sales. This was

largely due to the compressed nature of the ITM Cup and the

Rugby World Cup which tightened the financial capacity of fans.

Although the market remained difficult television viewership

was high.

Rugby was on show in New Zealand in 2011 with the successful

hosting and eventual win by the All Blacks of the Rugby World

Cup. Apart from producing many of the World Cup winning

All Blacks, Wellington Rugby helped deliver, in conjunction with

the Wellington City Council, a festival of rugby in the capital

and eight highly successful games at Wellington Regional

Stadium including two quarter-finals. Additionally, the RWC

Legacy Programme, led by Andy Leslie, ensured the local rugby

community played a big part in the festivities by hosting the

many overseas visitors and promoting continued interest in the

game at a local level.

Once again Wellington Rugby was responsible for delivering

an outstanding International Sevens tournament at the start of

2011. The NZI Sevens as it was known then continued to live up

to it’s reputation as the best tournament on the HSBC Sevens

World Series circuit. With NZI’s involvement coming to an end in

2011, Hertz have now come on board to help take the event to

a new level.

Sadly in 2011 Wellington Rugby lost four Life Members – Don

Bond, Murray Henderson, Way Cunliffe and Les Hall. These men

made an immense contribution to the success of the Union over

many years and their collective loss will be keenly felt.

Looking ahead to the coming year, the tough economic

environment and pressure to perform will be just as pertinent.

The team here are committed on and off the field to deliver

results for the Wellington Rugby community.

strategic PriOrites

Our performance against the four strategic priorities for 2011

was as follows:

1. Vodafone Wellington Lions to win the ITM Cup

The Vodafone Wellington Lions finished sixth at the end of

round robin play in the ITM Cup Premiership. Clearly the Board

and management have this strategic priority as a focus for 2012.

2. WRFU to achieve liquid reserves of $2.5 million by 2011

The Board has known for a while this three year objective would

not be achieved. We finished the year in a similar position to

2010, with net equity of $5.194m. A moderate decrease in

cash reserves to 1.65m is primarily due to the increased level of

support required by the Hurricanes franchise. Once again we

must acknowledge the financial contribution of trust funders,

in particular NZCT and Infinity Foundation, for their significant

support of our community rugby initiatives.

3. Increase registered junior players by 3%, players aged 13-20

by 2% and overall player numbers by 3%

Community rugby participation rates continued to challenge

the Union with a 5% decline in junior playing numbers in 2011.

A drop off was also experienced in the 13-20 age bracket.

However, it was pleasing to note the continued growth in

retention of junior registered players moving onto college -

82% from the 2010 to 2011 seasons, up a further 7% on the

previous term. Senior playing numbers remained strong with

130 teams registered in competitions and playing numbers up

2%. Overall, registered players were down by 3% on 2010

figures. In 2012, there will be a heightened emphasis on the

levels of participation and in particular player registration

compliance.

4. WRFU to have strong healthy clubs with an average target

score of 80%, of club’s Scoreboard targets, achieved.

Sound work continued in this critical area of the game with a

very positive outcome resulting in the average score of 81.9%.

The Scoreboard process remains a key function in helping to

assess the health of our clubs and most importantly, to identify

and address areas that require further attention, both on and

off the field. We thank clubs for their effort and commitment in

working with the Union on this process.

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ON-fieLd PerfOrMaNce

2011 Vodafone Wellington Lions

The 2011 ITM Cup competition underwent a revamp due to

the hosting of the Rugby World Cup, starting in September,

which meant there was an eight-week window for our domestic

competition. The format changed with the 14 teams split into

a Premiership Division and Championship Division complete

with cross-over matches and automatic promotion-relegation at

the end of the season. We saw the introduction of games from

Tuesday through to Sunday providing short turnarounds, and

fans the opportunity of domestic rivalries night after night.

Like every team, the Lions played, on three occasions, two

matches in four days which highlighted the distinct nature of the

2011 competition.

Based on Wellington’s top four finish in 2010, the side started

the 2011 season in the Premiership Division. In a turbulent

season, wing Jason Woodward scored a hat trick in a season-

opening 23-5 win over Taranaki. Next up the Lions had their

first home fixture, a midweek clash in terrible conditions which

saw the hosts defeated 17-21 by Auckland. Four days later the

team bounced back to beat Canterbury at Westpac Stadium

with a four try effort giving the hosts a convincing 37-28 win.

The Lions’ season then stumbled with disappointing back-to-

back defeats to Hawke’s Bay and Bay of Plenty on the road.

The Lions returned home to rectify their season by taking down

Northland with an emphatic 43-19 win. In the same week the

Lions hosted neighbours Manawatu, which doubled as the

WRFU Old Timers Day. We had a great turnout of past players

but the team failed to back up the win going down 25-31.

With three rounds to go the Lions were in seventh place and

returned home to face a Southland team that had just lost the

Ranfurly Shield. With Conrad Smith at centre, hunger in their

bellies and young No. 8 Brad Shields in top form, the Lions

pipped the Stags 30-25. Victory over the Stags gave them an

outside chance of making the final, heading into their last two

games on the road against Waikato and North Harbour. A 27-

31 loss to Waikato ended their 2011 title challenge and they

needed to win their last game to ensure a top six finish. Final

round opponents North Harbour led by 13 points at one stage,

but composure and the assured boot of first five-eighth Lima

Sopoaga saw them take the lead and hang on to see the side

remain in the Premiership Division for 2012.

Individually, Sopoaga was the Lions’ ITM Cup top scorer with

98 points. Woodward and hooker Dane Coles were the equal

leading try-scorers with 4 tries for the season. Captain Jeremy

Thrush and utility back Alapati Leiua were the two Lions players

to feature in every match and produced solid performances

week in, week out, which saw them both nominated for Tui

Player of the Year at the annual Wellington Rugby Tui Awards.

The end of the season saw Wellington farewell the French

bound Neemia Tialata, who started eight times at prop and

played his 73rd and final game for the Lions against North

Harbour in the last round. On Neemia’s return to the sheds after

his final match his team paid tribute to him by performing a

haka which he then returned. It was an inspirational moment

that signified his contribution to this Union and the mana he

held amongst his team-mates.

I would like to acknowledge Andre Bell and Richard Watt for

their work with the Vodafone Wellington Lions these past

two years. Understanding the legacy of the Wellington jersey

played a big role in their development of this team and they

too showed that pride and commitment to the jersey. Andre, in

particular, has given outstanding service to the Lions since 2008

and we wish him all the best for the future.

Wellington representative rugby

Wellington Rugby Representative teams had an extraordinary

year continuing the strong growth and development of our local

talent at national level. Every Wellington representative team

either made their final or won their respective competition in

2011. One team that stood out were the Wellington Pride, who

deservedly reached the final of the resurrected Women’s NPC

competition.

The Pride, although losing the final 8-34 to a powerful Auckland

side could hold their heads high after a strong season and

dominating performances including their 48-13 semi-final

win against Canterbury. Their round robin performances were

convincing that saw them earn excellent wins over Otago away

(57-0), Manawatu at home (58-8) and Hawke’s Bay away (34-3).

In five games in the round-robin, the Pride scored 33 tries and

212 points and conceded 58. Centre Shakira Baker scored ten

tries and wing / fullback Huia Paul, seven. This season set the

path for Baker, prop Muteremoana Aiatu and flanker Katarina

Whata to join first five-eighth and Captain Rebecca Mahoney

in the Black Ferns squad for their end of year tour to the UK – a

well-deserved honour.

Other representative teams that we must mention are, the

Wellington Under 18 side, who gained their unprecedented

fourth Hurricanes Region Under 18 Title. The Wellington Under

16A’s also won their Hurricanes Region tournament, a first for

this age group since 2008. Continuing the success at this level

was the Under 16 Development side who won their respective

competition. The Wellington Under 20’s showed renewed

success in their competition, taking the title for the first time

since 2005 and Wellington Maori, as strong as ever, won their

competition. Congratulations to all involved and thank you to

the coaches, supporters and families for their continued support.

Looking to the future of representative rugby, Sevens is now a

priority given its inclusion as an Olympic Sport. Considerable

support will be given to both men’s and women’s programmes

to ensure strengthened competition both on a regional and

national basis.

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club rugby

Northern United won the first round Swindale Shield by 15

competition points from second placed Oriental-Rongotai – but

the tables were turned in the Jubilee Cup with Oriental-Rongotai

historically recording their first triumph in this competition and

first senior championship win in over 100 years. It was fitting

that Oriental-Rongotai claimed the title as, only a few weeks

prior, long time servant Don Bond had passed away.

Oriental-Rongotai had a fantastic run through the Jubilee Cup

round-robin, winning all seven games and claiming the Andy

Leslie Trophy as regular season champions. They then showed

great determination in protecting an 18-15 lead in their semi-

final win over Hutt Old Boys Marist and the stage was set for

their final showdown with Norths who had beaten Poneke in

their playoff match.

The Jubilee Cup Final was played in front of a large crowd at the

Petone Recreation Ground in early August. Oriental-Rongotai

ran in five tries to blitz the two-time defending champions

Northern United. In an exhilarating 20 minutes of play either

side of halftime, the eventual winners came from 13-6 behind to

score four brilliant tries and take the game away from Northern

United. The previous day to kick off the finals weekend, Tawa

had held on to spectacularly upset top qualifiers and unbeaten

Old Boys-University 25-20 in the Hardham Cup final at Fraser Park.

The Finals weekend, moved from Westpac Stadium for the first

time in over a decade due to RWC commitments, was a great

success. Incorporating the Premier-1 College Final on the Sunday

at Petone Rec, as a curtain raiser to the Jubilee Cup final, along

with Sky TV coverage of both finals – considered to be a first

in New Zealand rugby - made for a wonderful community

rugby occasion. Given its overwhelming success, the Union will

once again be staging the school-club finals format at a local

community ground in 2012.

Congratulations also must go to the Rimutaka Club, who

achieved premier status for the 2012 season for the first time in

their 30 year history.

We are now faced with more change in rugby with NZRU

announcing late in 2011 the decision to open up franchise

rights for the Investec Super Rugby competition. There is

currently significant work going toward formulating the WRFU’s

expression of interest to be the Investec Super Rugby licensee

for the Hurricanes. This is a matter about which we will be in

communication with clubs over the coming months regarding its

progress. This is the latest reflection on changes that continue

to challenge us, as an organisation, to work smart and adapt

in order to be one of the most successful rugby organisations

in the world. I believe we have the management and staff

committed to creating that world leading rugby organisation to

meet the needs of our stakeholders, sponsors, clubs, members

and supporters.

Rugby in Wellington would not be possible without the

dedication and support of all our sponsors and suppliers who

continue to go above and beyond. We must make special

mention of our Wellington Rugby family of six sponsors –

Vodafone, Tui, Ricoh, Interislander, Capital City Ford and

Canterbury. Thank you especially for your support in 2011.

Special thanks also must go to the delegates of the Rugby Board

and our Board of Directors for committing their invaluable time

for the good of rugby in Wellington. I would also like to pay

tribute to John Wootton (President), Dave Linkhorn (Immediate

Past President) and Joe Smyth (Vice President) who will be

standing down at the AGM – thank you gentlemen for your

significant contribution to Wellington Rugby.

Finally, I would like to express my gratitude to the Wellington

Rugby staff. In a year of challenges everyone has continued to

perform and strive to create our vision of being one of the most

successful rugby organisations with a world class performance

culture. The commitment to this winning attitude has been led

from the front by our CEO James Te Puni, who took on the reins

during one of the most difficult years in our history. His passion

to establish a winning tradition at Wellington Rugby in all

aspects of the business on and off the field is apparent and we

appreciate the work being done in order to achieve this.

tony duffin

Chairman

Wellington Rugby Football Union

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Rugby Board ReportThe Rugby Board went about its business with its usual

efficiency. The challenge is to maintain the values and success of

the past while identifying opportunities to strengthen our game

and clubs for the future. The strategic plan is ongoing – we

reviewed our competition format and provided support for RWC

2011 strategic initiatives.

Congratulations to Oriental Rongotai for winning the Jubilee

Cup, while Norths charged through winning the Swindale

Shield. Well done to Tawa in winning the Hardham Cup. The

Rugby Board adjusted the finals program by setting the U21

final as curtain raiser to the Hardham Cup final played on

Saturday at Fraser Park. Meanwhile the Secondary School final

and Jubilee Cup final were played on Sunday at the Petone

Recreation Ground, both featuring on the Rugby Channel.

The artificial pitch program was further augmented with the

opening of two full sized fields at Wakefield Park. The artificial

pitch at Te Whaea is a resounding success in Newtown. This

featured some senior rugby and several tournaments. In the

near future there will be artificial pitches at Wellington College

and Maidstone Park.

The competition and its format were discussed in the Club

Forum with proposals coming from several clubs as to future

changes. The rugby sub-committee chaired by Alan Woods

canvassed opinion widely and after robust consultation and

discussion the result was for the status quo. Special thanks to

Alan and his committee for their sterling and balanced work

throughout the year.

The CCO scheme has ongoing support of the Board of

Directors. In line with previous strategic plans the CCO

programme attempts to increase the number and quality of

coaches, player numbers and build a bridge from school to club

rugby. CCO personnel have become integral parts of the clubs

they are associated with.

Graham Stephen is continuing his good work with the ongoing

efforts associated with the Rugby Board’s Strategic Plan. His and

the Board’s efforts will ensure the implementation and delivery

of the plan.

Wellington referees have supported the Game with enthusiasm

as always. Once again one of their major issues is referee abuse

and this is a concern for us. Wellington referees give freely of

their time and often officiate in multiple games each weekend.

This year we had 158 active referees.

The Rugby Board is well served with the calibre of delegates

from GWPSRU, JRZE and WSSRU. They deliver well-structured

and organised competitions. From this framework our

representative programmes are chosen through to U18s. Special

thanks this year to Grahame Duffy whose support enabled our

finals day to proceed.

John Wootton and his team of Vice Presidents – Wayne Guppy,

Joe Smyth, Denys Latham and Mick Robbers – and Immediate

Past President Dave Linkhorn have done an admirable job. They

have once again made the Union proud with their efforts of

visiting clubs and presenting trophies as required.

The Rugby Board members continued to carry out their various

functions in representative rugby, regulations and by-laws,

strategic planning, RWC 2011 and judiciary. They assisted with

the running of Gala Days, 85kg restricted flying squad weigh-

ins, support of 7s tournaments, monthly meetings, judicial

hearings, as well as the work at their own clubs.

Will Caccia-Birch has done a fantastic job this year, for

Wellington club rugby as well as the efforts of him and his

team around the RWC 2011. He has ensured close co-operation

between the office, Board and clubs.

The RWC2011 strategy working group, chaired by Andy Leslie,

was part of the blend that differentiated the World Cup from

all others. Rugby tourists were given the opportunity to visit

and experience rugby throughout our region’s clubs in events

that they will cherish forever. I wrote last year how Wellington’s

18 member clubs and affiliated bodies would need to derive

maximum benefit from New Zealand hosting the RWC 2011,

before, during and after. We are now at the after. We all

hope that this event grows memberships and promotes local

community engagement.

I want to repeat once more my thanks to club volunteers

without whom we have no game. All our endeavours are to

promote the game of rugby so that clubs thrive and survive.

Peter scott

Chairman

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Rugby Board Report Hurricanes

played: 15 Won: 5 lost: 9 Drawn: 1 points for: 328 points Against: 398

Head coach: Mark Hammett

assistant coach: Alama Ieremia

technical adviser: Richard Watt

Manager: Tony Ward

doctor: Ian Murphy

Physiotherapist: Cameron Shaw

assistant Physiotherapist: Kylie Hughes

Head strength & conditioning coach: David Gray

strength & conditioning coach: Paul Downes

technical analyst: Dan Cron

communications Manager: Sam Rossiter-Stead

HurricaNes PLayer aPPearaNces

2011 caps total caps

Beauden Barrett 4 4

Michael Bent 5 5

James Broadhurst 15 17

Richard Buckman 2 2

Dane Coles 13 31

Laurence Corlett 1 1

Aaron Cruden 12 25

Chris Eaton 14 14

Jason Eaton 14 63

Jacob Ellison 3 33

Bryn Evans 4 28

Hosea Gear 12 70

Jayden Hayward 11 11

Andrew Hore 15 106

Cory Jane 10 57

Tyson Keats 14 24

Daniel Kirkpatrick 12 19

Jack Lam 15 15

Alapati Leiua 9 12

Faifili Levave 14 23

Serge Lilo 8 42

Charlie Ngatai 3 3

Ma’a Nonu 12 110

Anthony Perenise 13 23

Mark Reddish 10 10

Julian Savea 12 12

John Schwalger 15 76

Conrad Smith 7 66

Andre Taylor 10 15

Jeremy Thrush 13 50

Neemia Tialata 15 101

Victor Vito 15 34

Piri Weepu 5 84

teaM recOrd

18th february v Highlanders in Wellington: Loss 9-14

Penalties: Aaron Cruden (3)

26th february v crusaders in Wellington: Cancelled

12th March v chiefs in Wellington: Won 29-26

Tries: John Schwalger, Tyson Keats

Conversions: Aaron Cruden, Daniel Kirkpatrick

Penalties: Aaron Cruden (3), Daniel Kirkpatrick (2)

19th March v Blues in auckland: Loss 17-41

Try: Neemia Tialata Penalties: Daniel Kirkpatrick (4)

25th March v rebels in Melbourne: Lost 25-42

Tries: Chris Eaton, Victor Vito, Daniel Kirkpatrick, Dane Coles

Conversion: Daniel Kirkpatrick Penalty: Daniel Kirkpatrick

2nd april v Bulls in Napier: Lost 14-26

Try: Serge Lilo Penalties: Daniel Kirkpatrick (2), Aaron Cruden

9th april v Brumbies in canberra: Lost 16-17

Try: Aaron Cruden Conversion: Aaron Cruden

Penalties: Daniel Kirkpatrick (2), Aaron Cruden

16th april v cheetahs in Bloemfontein: Won 50-47

Tries: Hosea Gear (2), Jack Lam, Andre Taylor, Alapati Leiua,

Jeremy Thrush Conversions: Daniel Kirkpatrick (3), Beauden

Barrett Penalties: Daniel Kirkpatrick (4)

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teaM recOrd contd.

23rd april v sharks in durban: Loss 24-40

Tries: Cory Jane, Faifili Levave Conversion: Daniel Kirkpatrick

Penalties: Daniel Kirkpatrick (4)

30th april v reds in Wellington: Won 28-26

Tries: Faifili Levave, Aaron Cruden, Andre Taylor

Conversions: Aaron Cruden (2) Penalties: Aaron Cruden (3)

6th May v Blues in Wellington: Loss 11-17

Try: Hosea Gear Penalties: Aaron Cruden (2)

13th May v Highlanders in invercargilL: Loss 6-13


27th May v force in Palmerston North: Won 34-28

Tries: Ma’a Nonu (2), James Broadhurst, Cory Jane


4th June v Lions in Wellington: Won 38-27

Tries: Hosea Gear (2), Aaron Cruden, Ma’a Nonu


10th June v chiefs in Hamilton: Drawn 18-18

Tries: Andrew Hore, Hosea Gear Conversion: Aaron Cruden


18th June v crusaders in Wellington: Loss 9-16


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2011 Hurricanes Manager’s ReportThe 2011 Hurricanes season will unfortunately be remembered

more for the events off field, rather than what happened on the

field of play.

After eight years under Colin Cooper, the Hurricanes welcomed

in Head Coach Mark Hammett.

The majority of last year’s squad returned with the addition

of 7 new players which included IRB U20 Player of the Year

Julian Savea, Wellington player Mark Reddish, Taranaki stalwart

Laurence Corlett, promising Waikato flanker Jack Lam and 2010

Wider Training Group players Chris Eaton (Hawkes Bay), Charlie

Ngatai (Wellington) and Michael Bent (Taranaki).

Anthony Perenise returned after a season with the Highlanders.

There were some significant player milestones for 2011 which

included Jeremy Thrush and Cory Jane playing their 50th games

which brought the number of players in the 50 Club to 28.

Ma’a Nonu, Andrew Hore and Neemia Tialata all achieved the

honour of playing their 100th games for the Franchise. They

joined fellow players Tana Umaga and Rodney So’oialo in the

100 Club.

In addition to the above, Laurence Corlett, Michael Bent, Jack

Lam, Mark Reddish, Chris Eaton, Charlie Ngatai, Julian Savea,

Jayden Hayward, Beauden Barrett and Richard Buckman all

made their Hurricanes debuts.

The season was not without its injury concerns with Karl Lowe

unable to play due to an injury in the previous year’s ITM Cup.

Serge Lilo suffered a season ending injury in round 10 against

the Sharks and a week later Charlie Ngatai suffered a season

ending injury against the Reds.

It was not until Round 13 that the very experienced Piri Weepu

returned to play against the Highlanders after he suffered a

serious ankle injury playing for Wellington in 2010.

Our preseason programme had a familiar look to it which was

not only built around the coaches having an opportunity to look

at all the players but included the team interacting with the

community and a camp in Whangarei to set out the goals and

objectives for the team following our preseason game against

the Blues

We played our first pre-season match at Mangatainoka against

the Chiefs. This game once again formed a vital part of our

community engagement programme and attracted a crowd of

nearly 10,000 people. We beat the Chiefs in this match and

then headed to KeriKeri to play the Blues. With a narrow loss to

the Blues, we then headed down to Whangarei where we had

our full squad (including All Blacks) for 3 days. We concluded

our preseason campaign with a drawn match against the

Brumbies in Canberra.

No one could have imagined how the beginning of the season

would have started, with a loss to the Highlanders and then the

tragic events in Christchurch which led to our match against the

Crusaders being cancelled. The first time ever a scheduled Super

Rugby match has not been played. To further compound things

we had a bye the next week. To counter not having a game for

3 weeks prior to facing the Chiefs at home, we organised an

internal match, which while not ideal, proved useful in that it

allowed us to play the whole squad against each other and give

the players some valuable game time.

In the cold hard light of day, following the win against the

Chiefs in Round 4, the remainder of the season had very few

highlights from a results point of view.

To beat the Cheetahs for the first time in Bloemfontein, which

saw us score in the final play of the game, was a fine team

effort, as was our win against the eventual Super Rugby

Champions, the Reds in front of our home crowd at

Westpac Stadium.

Narrow losses against the Brumbies, Blues, Highlanders and

a draw against the Chiefs, highlighted the frustration of the

squad in that we were often close to winning games, but

could not quite get there. This was due in no small part to the

commitment of the squad to achieve success.

We continued to take games out to the provinces and played

the Bulls in Hawkes Bay and the Western Force in Manawatu. The

team certainly enjoy playing in the region and meeting the fans.

The focus for the latter part of the season unfortunately shifted

to events off the field when it was announced that contracts

would not be offered to long serving Centurions Andrew Hore

and Ma’a Nonu. Despite this distraction and intense media

speculation, the squad remained focused on trying to win games

which resulted in 2 wins, a draw and a narrow loss to

the Crusaders.

At the end of season function, John Schwalger was voted

Players’ Player of the Year, Rookie of the Year was Jack Lam and

Laurence Corlett picked up the Team Man of the Year Award.

tony Ward

Hurricanes Team Manager

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Vodafone Wellington Lions

teaM recOrd


Head coach: Andre Bell

assistant coach: Richard Watt

Manager: Tony Ward

strength & conditioning coach: Dave Wildash

doctors (shared role): Ian Murphy & Kevin Bell

Physiotherapist: Cameron Shaw

technical analyst: Dan Cron

Masseur/Baggage Man: Paul Minehan

scrum coach: Graham Purvis (part time)

Media: Bronwyn Williams

Professional development Manager: Steve Symonds

VOdafONe WeLLiNgtON LiONs PLayer aPPearaNces

club 2011 caps total caps

Dean Brunsdon Northern United 7 16

Dane Coles Poneke 9 56

Arden David-Perrot Marist St Pats 6 12

Jacob Ellison Northern United 9 45

Scott Fuglistaller Western Suburbs 10 50

Hosea Gear Hutt Old Boys Marist 2 57

Reggie Goodes Poneke 9 15

Whetu Henry Oriental Rongotai 5 5

Michael Hobbs Old Boys University 9 19

Steve Honey Hutt Old Boys Marist 5 5

Cory Jane Upper Hutt 2 52

Joe Latta Poneke 1 1

Michael Lealava’a Petone 6 6

Faifili Levave Northern United 10 39

Alapati Leiua Northern United 10 37

Serge Lilo Northern United 1 47

Motu Matu’u Oriental Rongotai 10 13

Api Naikatini Northern United 4 50

Charlie Ngatai Poneke 4 23

TJ Perenara Northern United 10 12

Lote Raikabula Oriental Rongotai 2 2

Mark Reddish Oriental Rongotai 9 26

Julian Savea Oriental Rongotai 9 21

Brad Shields Petone 10 17

Conrad Smith Old Boys University 1 43

Lima Sopoaga Old Boys University 10 19

Apoua Stewart Marist St Pats 7 29

Jeremy Thrush Hutt Old Boys Marist 10 65

Neemia Tialata Petone 8 73

Shaun Treeby Tawa 2 26

Victor Vito Marist St Pats 6 44

Piri Weepu Wainuiomata 1 55

Frae Wilson Wainuiomata 9 10

Jason Woodward Upper Hutt 7 8

16th July v taranaki in New Plymouth: Won 23-5 Tries: J Woodward (3) Conversions: PAT Weepu Penalties: MJD Hobbs, PAT Weepu

23rd July v auckland in Wellington: Lost 17-21 Tries: DS Coles, JI Thrush Conversions: LZ Sopoaga (2) Penalties: LZ Sopoaga

27th July v canterbury in Wellington: Won 37-28Tries: MJD Hobbs, SA Fuglistaller, VVJ Vito, F Wilson Conversions: LZ Sopoaga (4) Penalties: LZ Sopoaga (3)

31st July v Bay of Plenty in Mt Maunganui: Lost 0-32

5th august v Hawke’s Bay in Napier: Lost 20-40 Tries: JI Thrush, J Woodward Conversions: J WoodwardLZ Sopoaga Penalties: J Woodward LZ Sopoaga

10th august v Northland in Wellington: Won 43-19Tries: A Leiua (2), F Wilson, FJ Levave, VVJ Vito, DS Coles Conversions: LZ Sopoaga (5) Penalties: LZ Sopoaga

13th august v Manawatu in Wellington: Lost 25- 31Tries: DS Coles (2), JI Thrush Conversions: LZ Sopoaga (2) Penalties: LZ Sopoaga (2)

18th augut v southland in Wellington: Won 30-25Tries: BDF Shields (2), AS Stewart Conversions: LZ Sopoaga (3) Penalties: LZ Sopoaga (3)

23rd august v Waikato in Hamilton: Lost 27-31 Tries: A Leiua, MJD Hobbs, AS Stewart Conversions: LZ Sopoaga (3) Penalties: LZ Sopoaga (2)

26th august v North Harbour in albany: Won 29-28 Tries: FJ Levave, HE Gear Conversions: LZ Sopoaga (2)

Penalties: LZ Sopoaga (5)

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Vodafone Wellington Lions

teaM recOrd

Team Manager’s Report

The 2011 management team was similar to last year with the

addition of a new manager, strength and conditioning coach

and technical analyst.

Given the compressed nature of the 2011 ITM Cup there was

little time in the way of coaching and preseason introduction

with the Super Rugby season concluding only 3 weeks from the

start of the ITM Cup.

Given the constraints of the season due to the RWC, players and

management looked forward to this new format. Throughout

the competition there were no complaints at all about the short

turn around between games, although some Hurricanes Super

Rugby players were a little mentally fatigued from the season

they had just been through more than anything else.

Given the consistent nature and experience of the management

team we only required one morning session to align ourselves

and agree on roles and responsibilities.

Planning & communication

Evan Crawford, as High Performance Manager, did the planning

until the Team Manager was appointed just prior to the ITM Cup

commencing. He was also responsible for communicating with the

clubs and other Wellington representative teams on player availability.

the season

Pre-season

Our preseason programme was restricted to two matches.

We played Manawatu in Palmerston North which excluded any

Super Rugby players (apart from Thrush and Fuglistaller who

wanted to play) and was made up of the contenders squad.

This would give the coaches an opportunity to look at the next

group of players and see who had the potential to play at ITM

Cup level. This match was won 10-7.

Our final preseason match was played against Canterbury a

week out from the competition commencing and was a shadow

Vodafone Wellington Lions team. This match, played at Petone

Recreation Ground was won 40-14

We had little time for any preseason training of substance given

we only had our full squad available for the last preseason

match against Canterbury. This was due to players returning

from their break post Super Rugby and also players returning

from the IREB U20’s Tournament in Italy.

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We held our official Lions launch function with our family of six

sponsors at Capital City Ford. The official squad of 34 players

(including Wellington All Blacks, Jane, Smith, Gear & Weepu) were

named for the campaign to be led by Jeremy Thrush.

in season

The 2011 ITM Cup competition was very hard to predict with a

number of upsets each week. This, along with the mid-week

matches made it an enthralling competition for not only the

teams but also the fans.

Due to the All Black schedule we would again have limited use

of our All Blacks with Piri Weepu (1 game), Victor Vito (4 games)

Conrad Smith (1 game) and Cory Jane (2 games) and Hosea

Gear (2 games) all making valuable contributions and displaying

a willingness and commitment to put on the Wellington jersey.

Ma’a Nonu was unavailable due to his commitment to play in

Japan following the conclusion of the RWC.

Injuries to Jeff Allen (missed the season due to a hamstring

injury) Serge Lilo (1 game - knee), Shaun Treeby (2 games - knee)

and Whetu Henry (4 games - ankle) meant their contributions to

the team were limited.

Our congratulations go to World Cup Winners Piri Weepu, Cory

Jane, Ma’a Nonu, Conrad Smith, Victor Vito and Hosea Gear.

While we started off well with a convincing win against

Taranaki, we were not as consistent as we should have been

and basic mistakes cost us in our next match against Auckland.

We regrouped to beat Canterbury in the following match, but

consecutive and comprehensive losses against Bay of Plenty and

Hawkes Bay really did not help our cause.

We were still in contention half way through the competition

for a finals place but this was not to be. Whilst we won 3 out

of our last 5 games beating Northland, Southland and North

Harbour, we lost to Manawatu and Waikato and the bonus

points we secured in these losses were important.

We had to win our final game against North Harbour to ensure

we remained in the premiership division. Despite being down

10 -23 at half time the team fought back bravely to win 29 – 28.

Of the 35 players used during the 2011 ITM Cup competition,

milestones celebrated by players included:

debut itM cup matches (6 players)

Jason Woodward, Whetu Henry, Steve Honey, Michael Lealava’a,

Lote Raikabula and Joe Latta

Blazer (12) games (7 players)

Arden David-Perrot, Motu Matu’u, Dean Brunsdon, Brad Shields,

TJ Perenara, Lima Sopoaga and Michael Hobbs

50 games (3 players)

Dane Coles, Api Naikatini and Scott Fuglistaller

team culture

Management continued to promote the history and traditions

of Wellington rugby. This started with the Wellington Rugby

Football Union logo being embroidered in the front bottom

right hand side of the jersey. We invited a Wellington Rugby

Centurion prior to each home match to talk to the players and

then present them with their jerseys.

With such a short compact competition we spent a morning

working with the players to agree on our protocols for the

season prior to our first game.

There were no issues of note with any players and they

conducted themselves well both on and off the field.

external relationships

The Lions continued their excellent relationship with a number

of stakeholders. They carried out all of their community, media

and commercial obligations without complaint.

Following the end of season reviews, 2012 will see Chris

Boyd take over from Andre Bell as Head Coach. Chris will be

supported by Richard Watt as Assistant Coach.

Andre Bell leaves with our best wishes having made a valuable

contribution to Wellington Rugby as Assistant Coach to Jamie

Joseph where they unfortunately lost the finals in 2008 and

2009. He took over as Head Coach halfway through 2010

when Jamie Joseph left for the Highlanders and took the

Vodafone Wellington Lions to a semi final that they eventually

lost to Canterbury.

Thanks to the Vodafone Wellington Lions Team Management

and Wellington Rugby Union staff who worked hard through a

very compressed campaign.

Thanks also to the fans and sponsors who have supported us

and we look forward to your continued support in 2012.

tony Ward

Vodafone Wellington Lions Team Manager

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Head coach: Damian Rapira-Davies

assistant coach: Terry Fraser

assistant coach: Ben Perenise

assistant coach: Phillipe Rayasi

assistant coach: Gary Hilson

Manager: Rebecca Liua’ana

assistant Manager: Emma Savisi

Physio: Kylie Hughes

Wellington Pride

M Roewen Marist St Pats 4

C Rowat Old Boys University 4

P Paasi Marist St Pats 6

S Levave Northern United 6

J Patea Petone 6

K Mei Wainuiomata 6

S Waru Eketahuna 6

E Aldworth Eketahuna 6

T Tafatu Eketahuna 6

R Mahoney Eketahuna 5

R Finau Petone 6

M Davidson Eketahuna 6

S Baker Eketahuna 6

H Whitman Eketahuna 4

H Paul Marist St Pats 4

A Dean Northern United 6

R Uluinayau Marist St Pats 2

M Aiatu Northern United 6

G Williamson Old Boys University 6

N Reddick Northern United 6

M Wilson Marist St Pats 6

R Pope Old Boys University 5

K Whata Stokes Valley 5

WeLLiNgtON Pride PLayer aPPearaNces 2011

Back row: Rejieli Uluinayau, Naima Reddick, Mel Roewen, Katarina Whata, Lydia Dickins, Ponisitia Paasi, Maia Tua-Davidson, Shaan Waru, Gina Williamson, Heidi Whitman Middle row: Kylie Hughes (Physio), Katy Chamberlain, Kiri Mei, Jackie Patea, Mere Wilson, Rebecca Liua’ana (Manager), Sanita Levave, Muteremoana Aiatu, Rebecca Pope, Shakira Baker, Emma Aldworth, Emma Savesi (Assistant Manager) front row:Gary Hilsdon (Assistant Coach), Brooke Riley, Ruby Finau, Tatiana Tafatu, Rebecca Mahoney (Captain), Claire Rowat (Vice Captain), Agnes Dean, Huia Paul, Ben Perenise (Assistant Coach) absent: Shawna Waiwai, Vailagi Paulo, Georgia Cameron, Damian Rapira-Davies (Coach), Philippe Rayasi (Assistant Coach)

teaM recOrd

17th July v Manawatu (Ps) won 43-17

23rd July v Barbarians (Ps) won 55 – 0

30th July v Otago won 57 – 0

Tries: H.Paul (4), R. Finau, S. Waru, R. Uluinayau, S. Baker (2),

Conversions: R. Mahoney (6)

6th august v auckland lost 15 – 34

Tries: K. Whata, S. Baker Conversions: K. Whata

Penalties: K. Whata

13th august v Manawatu won 58 – 8

Tries: K. Whata, H. Paul, C. Rowat, P. Paasi, S. Baker (3), M.

Aiatu, R. Finau (2) Conversions: R. Mahoney (4)

20th august v Hawkes Bay won 34 – 3

Tries: H. Paul (2), S. Levave, S. Baker (2), S, Waru

Conversions: R. Mahoney (2)

27th august v canterbury won 48 – 8

Tries: M. Aiatu, K. Whata, S. Baker (2), R. Mahoney, S. Waru,

R. Finau Conversions: R. Mahoney (5) Penalties: R. Mahoney

3rd september v auckland (final) lost 8 – 34

Tries: R. Finau Penalties: R. Mahoney

played: 8 Won: 6 lost: 2 points for: 323 points Against: 109

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Wellington Development


teaM recOrd

20th august v Wellington samoan won 92 – 0Tries: H. Smith, M. Faraimo, G. Lealofi, N. Grigg (2), A. Plaister, D. Harper, L. Tupuola, J. Woodward (4), M. Kafutolu, L. Raikabula. Conversions: H. Cripps (6), J. Woodward (5)

27th august v taranaki lost 17 – 40Tries: G. Mamea, A. Plaister, M. Faraimo. Conversions: H. Cripps

10th september v canterbury lost 24 – 41Tries: J. Wright, W. Moala Conversions: H. Cripps Penalties: H. Cripps (4)

Head coach: Dion Ross

assistant coach: John Duignan

Manager: Roger Walker

Physio: Jen Sweeting

Back row: Mateaki Kafatolu, Leka Tupuoala, Greg Lealofi, Mana Faraimo, Galu Taufale, Tau Mamea, Sio Tuia, Joe Wright

Middle row: Lee Spence (Trainer), Roger Walker (Manager), Genesis Mamea, Glen Angus, Pati Gaualofa, Dan Turner,

Ambrose Plaister, Justin Va’a, Jen Sweeting (Physio), Mike Carrol (Manager) front row: Dion Ross (Coach), Hayden Cripps,

Liu Taituave, Henry Smith, Polonga Pedro, Mike Lealava’a, Daley Harper, Sean Hay, John Duignan (Coach)

absent: Jeff Allen, Kayne Hammington

Wellington Under 20 Development

teaM recOrd

27th august v Manawatu lost 22 – 31

3rd september v Wellington samoan lost 3 - 10

10th september v HOBM academy won 16 – 13

Head coach: John Furlong

assistant coach: Ian Tulloch

Manager: Dan Keith

Physio: Rodney Ford


squad: John Braddock, Matt Bryant, Cody Davies, Vyron Smith, Jacob Rikihana, Jack Taulapapa, Timoci Seruwalu, Pagopago Haini, James Waddell,

Jarrod Henry, Cole Stewart, Mitchell Markov, James Coburn, Kalim Kelemete, George Tilsley, Lotu Tuipolotu-Nuku, Dougal English, Tala Kiteki’aho,

Hilton Mexted, Sam Blair, Wiremu Darlington, Rawiri Davis, Thomas Donaldson, Andrew Newson.

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teaM recOrd

20th august v Ories academy won 45 – 29 Tries: P. Tufuga, G. Amosa, D. Carney, D. McKeefry, P. Tuia, A. Curtis, G. Tisley Conversions: D. McKeefry (2), D. Parsons (3)

27th august v Wellington samoans won 41 – 30 Tries: M. Kainga, J. Wall, G. Amosa, N. Grigg, T. Silafai-Leaana Conversions: D. McKeefry, D. Parsons (4) Penalties: D. Parsons (2)

3rd september v Manawatu lost 23 – 30 Tries: A. Curtis, P. Finau. Conversions: B. Laursen (2) Penalties: B. Laursen (3)

10th september v taranaki won 34 – 17 Tries: C. Dysart (3), D. Carney, P Finau. Conversions: D. Parsons, A. Curtis (2) Penalties: A. Curtis

17th september v Hawkes Bay won 21 – 16 Tries: J. Wall, E. Sione Conversions: A. Curtis Penalties: A. Curtis (3)

24th september v Manawatu won 30 – 27 Tries: P. Silafai-Leaana, G. Tilsley, G. Amosa, E. Sione Conversions: A. Curtis (2) Penalties: A. Curtis, T. Wright

1st October v auckland won 35 – 29 Tries: D Carney, P. Silafai-Leaana, A. Curtis, J. Wall. Conversions: B Laurenson (3). Penalties: B. Laurenson (3)

4th October v Waikato lost 20-27 Tries: G. Tilsey (2). Conversions: B. Laurenson (2). Penalties: B. Laurenson, A. Curtis.


Head coach: Frank Rees

assistant coach: Ray MacDonald

assistant coach: Tom Martin

Manager: David King

Physio: Darragh Curley

trainers: Paul Downes and Mark Bradshaw

Wellington Under 20

Back row: G Amosa, J Braddock, G Tilsley, B Shields, J Wall, J Latta, P Tufuga, E Sione, D Ena, B Laursen, C Dysart, P Downes (Trainer)

Middle row: C Johnstone (Masseur), N Grigg, P Tia’i, J Nicho, L Tuipoluta, J Betham, D Mckeefry, A Curtis, D Hytoungue, M Proctor,

D Parsons, T Wright, A Wells, E Robinson-Mate, P Finau, D Curley (Physio)

front row: T Martin (Ass Coach), J Boyd, F Rees (Head Coach), D Carney, S Sakalia, P Silafai-Leaana, D King (Manager), P Tuia,

R MacDonald (Ass Coach) absent: M Kainga, C Lloyd

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teaM recOrd

21st august v Ken gray academy won 25 – 10

27th august v Ories academy won 59 – 19

3rd september v HOBM academy won 43 - 0

10th september v taranaki won 25 – 21 Tries: A. Quinlivan, F. Siinei. A. Silago. Conversions: A. Wells (2). Penalties: A. Wells (2)

17th september v Hawkes Bay won 30 – 8 Tries: G. Roil, D. Brighouse, J. Duffy, Conversions: A. Wells (3) Penalties: A. Wells (2), A. Silago

24th september v Hawkes Bay won 22 – 14 Tries: J. Garden-Bachop, F. Siieni, T. Metuarau Conversions: A. Wells (2) Penalties: A. Wells


Head coach: Chris Wells

assistant coach: Lincoln Rawles

Manager: Michael Taylor

Physio: Kylie Milne

trainer: Mark Bradshaw

Wellington Under 18

Back row: Aviata Silago, Cameron Ross, Nicholas Harrison, Sam Hinton, Dylan Hayes, Ivan Vaisagote, Andrew Quinlivan

Middle row: Mark Bradshaw (trainer), Brady Cutting, Falelima Siinei, Jackson Garden-Bachop, Jonny Tevita, Mike Taylor (manager), Luca Ironside, Andrew Wells, Eti Sului, Carne Green, Kylie Milne (physio) front row: George Vance, Hayden Schrijvers, Lincoln Rawles (coach), Donald Brighouse (captain), Tuakana Metuarau, Chris Wells (coach), Jack Talapa, Josh Nicho absent: Ezekiel Sopoaga, Joel Duffy, Newress Fotuali’i, Gavin Roil unavailable due to NZ schools selection: Ardie Savea

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Wellington Under 16

Under 16 Development


teaM recOrd

17th september v centurions won 36 – 29 Tries: G. Faitotoa, L. Campbell, F. Soloa, F. Tanuvasa, C. Tiatia, W. Tufui Conversions: F. Soloa (3)

20th september v australian indigenous won 44 – 0 Tries: A. Mamea, J. Tufele, S. Dawson, R. McCashin, (2), W. Goosen (2) Conversions: L. Campbell (3) Penalties: L. Campbell

24th september v Ories academy won 40 – 15 Tries: F. Soloa, F. Tanuvasa, W. Goosen, W. Tufui, L. Forbes, A. Noble-Campbell Conversions: L. Campbell, F. Soloa (4)

1st October v Wellington u18 lost 14 -34 Tries: F. Soloa, W. Goosen Conversions: F. Soloa (2)

10th October v Manawatu won 28 - 15 Tries: W. Goosen, S. Dawson, F. Soloa (2) Conversions: F. Soloa (4)

11th October v taranaki won 27 v 25 Tries: W. Tufui, F. Soloa, S. Dawson Conversions: F. Soloa (2), L. Campbell Penalties: F. Soloa, L. Campbell

13th October v Hawkes Bay won 14 -10 Tries: F. Tanuvasa, F. Soloa Conversions: F. Soloa (2)

teaM recOrd

17th september v Ken gray academy lost 13 – 15

Tries: V. Komaisavai, C. Paese Penalties: M. Purvis

24th september v Horowhenua-Kapiti won 59 – 5

Tries: S. Tuaoi, N. Hauwhaho, V. Komaisavai (2), C. Porteous, J. McMillan, T. Tuniva, K. Moran, T. Kidwell Conversions: M. Purvis (4) V. Komaisavai (3)

1st October v Wanganui won 35 - 14

Tries: K. Moran, N. Hauwhaho (2), S. Lasini, L. Okeamoa Conversions: V. Komaisavai (2) Penalties: V. Komaisavai, M. Purvis

10th October v Wairarapa Bush won 57 – 14

Tries: J. Green (2), P. Patafilo, F. Tema, S. Baker-Leota, S. Wasley, T. Henderson, V. Komaisavai Conversions: M. Purvis (7) Penalties: M. Purvis

11th October v east coast won 100 – 0

Tries: J. Green (3), K. Moran, N. Hauwhaho (3), P. Patafilo, S. Lasini, T. Henderson, G. Moran, J. Ross, S. Wasley, M. Purvis, N. Blundell (2) Conversions: J. Green, M. Purvis (9

13th October v Poverty Bay won 27 – 12

Tries: J. Green, K. Moran, P. Patafilo, S. Lasini Conversions: M. Purvis (2) Penalties: M. Purvis

Head coach: Earl Va’a

assistant coach: Justin Gray

Manager: Dean Simpson


Head coach: David Pollock

assistant coach: Okesene Moananu

assistant coach: Brad Shields

Manager: Steve Tanner



Back row: George Talialoa, Jack Ross, Lui Luamanu, Kahu Hill, Amalamo Alefosio Third Row:Jack Green, Varany Komaisavai, Patrick Matthews, Te Ara Hendersen, Lewis Ngatai, Johnny McMillan second row: Faave Tema, Nathan Blundall, Mitchell Purvis, Sam Wasley, Greg Morgan, Ted Taylor, Brad Shields (Assistant Coach) front row: David Pollock (Coach), A J Marama, Chris Porteous (Vice-captain), Norpera Hauwaho (Captain), Keanu Moran, Sam-Baker Leota, Steve Tanner (Manager) absent: Okesene Moananu (Coach), Pepesana Patafilo, Saita Tuaoi, Tuniva Taula

Back row: Gerard Faitotoa, Andrew Mamea, Luke Tau’alupe, Iakopo Tana, Henry Stowers, Anthony Mamea third row: William Tufui, Francis Tanuvasa, Fereti Soloa, Leni Apisai, Wesley Goosen, Luke campbell, Chase Tiatia second row: Justin Gray (Coach), Kaszius Filemu, Reid McCashin, Jason Montin, Liam Forbes, Sam Dawson, Mike Kenworthy (Trainer) front row: Aleksander Noble-Campbell, John Tufele, Earl Va’a (Coach), James Blackwell (Captain), Dean Simpson (Manager), T J Va’a, Richard Treviranus Absent: Benjamin Tuiomanufili, Kylie Hughes (Physiotherapist)

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Wellington Maori

teaM recOrd

27th august v Wanganui B won by default

3rd september v Wairarapa Bush B won 27 - 10

10th september v Horowhenua – Kapiti B won 44 – 10

17th september v Poverty Bay won 66 - 20

24th september Horowhenua – Kapiti B won 31-13

coach: Paul Wharakura

assistant coach: Rangi Kelly

Manager: Brendon Baker

Physio: Toni Curtis


Wellington Sevens

teaM recOrd – National sevens (Queenstown)

8th January 2011 v Hawkes Bay lost 14-42

8th January 2011 v counties Manukau lost 21-33

8th January 2011 v south canterbury drew 21-21

9th January 2011 v tasman (Bowl quarter-final) won 21-17

9th January 2011 v Manawatu (Bowl semi-final) lost 14-25

coach: Tom Martin

assistant coach: Hannes Venter

Manager: Greg Waugh

Physio: Glenn Ward

trainer: Dave Wildash

squad: Leka Tupuola, Ofa Pongi, Mitch Andrews, Johnny Sola (c), George Tilsley, Matthew Proctor, Tipene Kamakorewa,

Paris Winiata, Inoke Rasabale, Luke Harvey, Ryan Setefano, Api Naikatini.


squad: Glen Walters, Piripi Witehira, Tu Greenland, Maihi Henare, Ethan Rikihana, Jamie Miratana, Jacob Rikihana, Perry Hayman,

Dan Popata, Daley Harper, Eldon Paea, Joe Hopkins (c), Kenny Anderson, Darren West, Michael Aumata, Matt Lambert, Jamie Pita,

Randall Bishop, Ross Taurima, TJ Fermanis, Ezra Fermanis, Clint Whiu, James Measor, Max Pearson, Keelan Poi, Hemi Remuera.

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The past season will forever be remembered for RWC 2011,

the build up to it, the 6 weeks of the tournament, and the

culmination of the All Blacks win. However there was also

another very successful club rugby season.

Whilst our active referee numbers were still short of ideal we

still, in the main, managed to service all competitive rugby

grades for college and club rugby.

Recruitment and retention of referees is a never ending process

for us, and although the season started with one nasty incident,

in general, abuse of referees, appears to have been reducing as

publicity campaigns highlight the issue.

We continue to attract young referees, which is good for the

game and our organisation. However people of all ages are

still encouraged to join us and contribute in any way possible,

and enjoy “the best seat in the house” – if the enthusiasm of

the RWC continues into 2012 and beyond we will welcome

this input.

Transfers into Wellington always help and this season we were

very lucky to receive three referees: James McPhail and Muneya

Shino from Canterbury, and Ross Barnett from Otago, all who

have slotted into our Level 1/Premier panel.

Wellington referees continued to perform well at all levels :

Garratt Williamson, our professional referee and currently on

the SANZAR Merit Panel, represented us at Super Rugby, ITM

Cup and Heartland Championship; Mike Fraser, who was once

again voted WRFU club referee of the year and latterly selected

into the SANZAR Reserve Panel, was involved as a Super Rugby

TMO and Assistant Referee (AR), and also at ITM Cup and

Heartland Championship; James McPhail as an AR at Super

Rugby plus ITM Cup and Heartland Championship; and Ross

Barnett at Heartland Championship. Other referees performed

with distinction at rep level throughout the Hurricanes region

and we were also represented in the NZRU Academy by Cameron

Heka and Richard Gordon. They will be joined next season by

Nick Hogan and our leading female referee, Brigitte Tyler, who has

moved back to Wellington from Otago.

As usual, we assure the local rugby community that we will

continue to review training, development, and coaching

processes so as to provide the best refereeing service we can, at

all levels.

Our major sponsor, AMI, has committed to us for another two

years, and with our other principal supporters, WRFU, PWMC,

DB Breweries, Gripfast, and appropriate Trust funding, we have

been able to continue running all our training and development

programmes, and provide kit to our members.

Our profound thanks go to them all as without this on-going

support we would not exist or be able to provide the refereeing

service to the local rugby community.

I thank all of our members who gave of their time this past

season, and particularly their partners and families who

supported them. Also to the clubs that looked after our

members after their games and to all those people who took

the time to go up to a referee and thank them, you have our

grateful appreciation as this is what assists in bringing them

back next season.

ian dallas

Chairman

Wellington Rugby Referees’ Association

Wellington Rugby Referees’ Association

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Wellington Secondary Schools RugbyWhile this season was again interrupted by inclement weather

and the many associated ground closures, Premier 1 apart, all

grades eventually contested their finals at Rongotai College at

the end of August with fifteen intense games being played in a

showcase of College Rugby. Maintaining strong numbers within

the game and providing quality pathways for school players,

nineteen grades were offered in 2011 ensuring rugby was

accessible to all who wanted to play.

Like the boys competition the girls were heavily interrupted

due to weather, although with support from the WRFU and

Wellington City Council, the girls were able to use the quality

artificial surfaces to ensure games were played. This ensured

that the Girls 10’s competition was able to complete a full round

for all seventeen teams across the three divisions.

The WRFU’s investment in the Club Coaching Coordinators and

the role of the NZRU-funded Rugby Administrator in Schools

scheme [RAIS] continues to support the delivery of the game

at a school level and assists to enhance relationships between

clubs and schools. The model is great and we applaud and

acknowledge all involved.

The Boys Premier Final played at Petone Rec again demonstrated

what a great drawcard quality College Rugby can provide with

a significant crowd in attendance. The final served as a curtain

raiser to the Jubilee Cup and, with exceptional management

by the team at WRFU, the event showcased quality Wellington

rugby and outstanding community support. With a path to the

NZ Schools Top 4 at stake, Wellington College demonstrated

great resolve to hold out St Patrick’s Silverstream 20 - 18 in

an intense final. In their journey to the NZ Schools Top 4,

Wellington College suffered a close loss at home to Gisborne

Boys High School. In a repeat of the 2010 girls final, Aotea won

the premiership with a 21 - 10 win over St Marys College.

On behalf of all schools we again thank the Wellington Rugby

Referees Association and WRFU’s Benji Crossley and Richard

cHaMPiONsHiP WiNNers

Premier 1 Wellington College

Premier 2 Taita College

Premier 3 St Patrick’s College, Silverstream 2nd XV

Premier 4 St Bernards College

Premier 5 St Patrick’s College, Kilbirnie 3rd XV

Under 15 Div 1 St Patrick’s College, Silverstream

Under 15 Div 2 Mana College

Under 15 Div 3 Aotea College

Under 14 Div 1 St Patrick’s College, Silverstream

Under 14 Div 2 Upper Hutt College

Under 65 kg Div 1 St Patrick’s College, Silverstream

Under 65 kg Div 2 Newlands College

Under 65 kg Div 3 Heretaunga College

Under 55 kg Div 1 Wellington College

Under 55 kg Div 2 Upper Hutt College

Girls Premier Aotea College

Girls Div 1 Naenae College

Girls Div 2 Wellington Girls College

2011 WeLLiNgtON scHOOLs eXecutiVe:

chairman: Grahame Duffy (Hutt International Boys School)

secretary: John Hornal (College Sport Wellington)

treasurer: Martin Isberg (Wainuiomata High School)

executive: William Strang (WRFU Club Liaison Officer),

Bevan Packer (St Patrick’s College Silverstream),

Darrell Harvey (Wellington College), David King (WRFU

delegate), Ross Findlay (Rongotai College),

Barry Tustin (Paraparaumu College)

WeLLiNgtON deLegates tO HurricaNes yOutH

rugBy cOuNciL:

David King & John Hornal

deLegates tO NZ scHOOLs rugBy cOuNciL:

Martin Isberg (Treasurer)

deLegate tO Wrfu rugBy BOard:

Grahame Duffy

seLected fOr 2011 HurricaNes secONdary

scHOOLBOys:

Joel Duffy (Hutt International Boys); Josh Nicho (Wellington

College); Andrew Quinlivan (Wellington College); Ardie

Savea (Rongotai College); Aviata Silago (St Patrick’s College,

Silverstream); Eti Sului (Wellington College).

seLected fOr 2011 NeW ZeaLaNd scHOOLs:

Ardie Savea – Rongotai College (Captain)

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Wellington Secondary Schools RugbyGordon for being able to appoint to virtually every college

game played this year - the contribution of this body is

outstanding – without them we have no game – thank you all.

In particular the young college referees coming through the

system – well done – you are the future!

At the College Sport Awards, Ardie Savea (Rongotai College)

and Eden Gibson (Aotea College) were named as Wellington

Secondary School Rugby Players of the Year.

Wellington Schools thank all Rugby Convenors and the RAIS’s

in particular, for their valued contribution to the promotion

of the game within their school, and to the managers and

coaches of the teams for their on-going commitment to

youth rugby.

Additionally our special thanks go to the directors and

personnel of the Wellington Rugby Football Union and in

particular to Dave King, Rick Whatarau, Will Caccia-Birch and

the CCO’s for their ongoing support of youth rugby.

John Hornal

Secretary

Wellington Secondary Schools Rugby Union

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Junior Rugby Zone Executivechairman: Gus McMillan

executive Officer: Murray Sullivan, (Retired 2011)

executive: Adrian Middleton (Chairperson, Western

Bays), Karen McCashin (Chairperson, Hutt Valley),

Rachel Whitman (Chairperson Wellington City).

The 2011 season has been another successful year for

Wellington Junior Rugby and the Zone Executive (JRZE) sincerely

thanks the commitment and enthusiasm of our volunteer

administrators, coaching staff and players that have again

produced Junior Rugby to the highest level possible.

The end of the 2011 season brought to an end fifty years of

service to Wellington Junior Rugby, with the resignation of

Murray Sullivan as the JRZE Executive Officer. It was a great

honour to be able to present to Murray (Muzz) at the WRFU Tui

Awards a special presentation to mark his lifetime contribution

to junior rugby on behalf of the WRFU.

When Muzz joined the Taita Rugby Football Club in 1961 as

a coach and management committee member, little did he

know this was to be the beginning of fifty years of service to

Wellington Junior Rugby. Muzz then went on to serve the

Avalon Rugby Football Club, initially to coach his eldest son and

joined their junior committee. Some years later he joined the

Avalon Senior Club Committee and after a reasonable tenure

Muzz twice tried to retire from the senior committee only to

return again to the position of Secretary.

Around 1994 the Secretary/Treasurer of the Hutt Valley Junior

Zone retired and Muzz accepted this role, a position he held

through until retirement in 2006. The Hutt Valley Junior Zone

awarded him honorary life membership for his service

in 2010.

In addition to his role with Hutt Valley, Muzz was Junior Rugby

Administration Officer and Secretary of the Junior Rugby Zone

Executive (JRZE) from 1999 though until his retirement at the

end of this season.

Muzz, we wish you well in your retirement and we know a

certain mutual friend already has some rugby related retirement

tasks lined up for you.

In terms of the success of our existing programmes, our

gratitude once again goes to Ken Laban and his team of helpers

for organising the pre-season Gareth Head leadership clinics

and, with the assistance of Steve Craig, organisation of the JRZE

Sevens tournament. With such a high level of organisation

and enthusiasm shown by the many volunteers who contribute

to these events, these can be nothing other than successful.

The only difference between extraordinary performance and

ordinary performance is the extra, with many young players

who have attended these clinics inspired to add the extra to

their performance. The coming 2012 season will mark the tenth

year Ken and his team have provided these leadership clinics.

The 2011 season started with the Rugby Discovery Day at

the Hurricanes training base and our sincere thanks go to the

Wellington City Council for assistance in developing this new

day along with Bunnings Warehouse who came on board as a

new sponsor for Wellington Junior Rugby. In conjunction with

Wellington Rugby we are looking forward to repeating this day

in early March 2012. Our thanks must also go to Leslie Rugby

for again organising the ‘Ball for All’ promotion for all our

registered junior players.

During 2011 there have again been some enormous challenges,

with the restrictions put onto several senior fields by Rugby

World Cup 2011, this meant some fields we would normally

use for junior rugby were unavailable. With long periods of

significant rain, many fields were closed and our sincere thanks

must go to the regions City Councils, their contractors and

the Primary Schools who have again provided facilities. Special

mention must also be made of the untiring work of the draw-

masters accommodating last minute field changes.

Upper Hutt City Council will be opening their first artificial turf

in 2012 and they along with Wellington City Council have to

be commended for their programme to install artificial turf

facilities. With the opening of the full size field at Te Whaea, a

whole new range of possibilities has opened up for junior rugby.

With confirmation of more of these artificial turfs being planned

within the Wellington region, wet weather cancellations should

lessen in future years.

For the 2011 season, we tried out a new format for our Under

13’s with a Development week for our U13 Premier 1, being

run along similar lines to what the WRFU run for U14, U15 and

U16 players. We believe there is little explanation required for

the naming of this week as Murray Sullivan U13’s week, and

our thanks go to the clubs for funding this through a levy on

all junior players. We have received positive feedback on the

changed format and with some minor tweaks will be further

enhanced for the 2012 season.

The Inter-Zone Tournament was hosted by Hutt Valley Zone and

was held in wintery conditions at Petone Rec, with three days

of very competitive and committed rugby which was witnessed

by those brave enough to withstand the southerly storm on the

final day.

The Under 13 Development programme for 2011 was again a

single squad of 30 players from which an Under 65kg team or

an Open weight team were able to be selected. All 30 players

gained a realistic and tangible insight into what is expected of

a Wellington Representative Player and the opportunities that

could open up for them should they continue to develop and

maintain the required level of commitment.

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In these endeavours we would like to thank the commitment

of Dale Wall as the overall coordinator assisted by Geoff Owen

and with Sam Leota (Manager), and the coaching team of Tony

McCashin and Daniel Iose, the guidance and experience of these

gentlemen is of the highest calibre and the teams unbeaten

results speak for themselves.

On the club scene the WRFU CCOs programme under the

leadership of David King with support from Rick Whatarau

at the WRFU office has again played a very significant part in

assisting our clubs to up skill both players and coaches at a

junior level and it is pleasing to see the continuation of this

programme for 2012.

Rugby World Cup 2011 brought rugby to the attention of

our country and there are a number of legacy projects which

will build on this attention for our sport and several of these

promote the game at a junior level.

In the first half of 2012 there will be a strategic review of all

Wellington Junior Rugby undertaken. As chairman of the JRZE,

I welcome this review as it will provide opportunity for the WRFU

to review our strengths, weaknesses and opportunities and

for all stakeholders to put forward their ideas to continue to

enhance and attract players to Wellington Junior Rugby.

In closing, on behalf of the Junior Rugby Zone Executive, we

would like to extend our sincere thanks to the WRFU Office

Staff, our Volunteer Administrators and Coaches for their

continued support and encouragement in our pursuit of new

initiatives. This continues to allow the children of our region gain

enjoyment and satisfaction from participating in Junior Rugby.

gus McMillan

Chairman

Junior Rugby Zone Executive

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Greater Wellington Primary Schools’ Rugby chair/treasurer: Mark Leggett

gWPsru executive Officers: Mark Leggett, David

Milne, John Berryman, Mike Smith, Murray Sullivan

and Kane Mokomoko

Wellington: Nga Holmes, Glen Holbrook,

Rachel Whitman.

Mana: James Rangiawha, Clinton Whitikia, Ron

Clarke, Kane Mokomoko and Shirley Ngatuere.

Hutt Valley: David Robati, Bruce Chase, Bill Bamber.

Mentor/Patron: John Berryman

2011 was indeed another challenging and also an exciting

year. No one will forget the impact of the Rugby World Cup;

especially those students lucky enough to have been given the

chance to be a ball person, a flag-bearer, or even to have the

Rugby World Cup visit them at their school!

There were plenty of rugby opportunities for the many students

during the school year as they took part in the Waterman’s

Intermediate and ‘Rippa’ tournaments, as well as the zone

tackle, girl black and girl’s rippa tournaments that were held in

the various areas at different times in 2011.

The rugby calendar started in February with a Year 3 and 4

‘Rippa’ tournament as part of ‘Rugby Awareness Week,’ and in

the late Term 3 school holiday break the annual Southern North

Island Primary Schools’ Rugby Tournament, was held, hosted by

the various competing representative teams this year.

The 70th year of the annual Southern North Island Primary

Schools Rugby Union tournament was unique in that it was

played in four different venues. May I thank Horowhenua-

Kapiti especially for the fine hosting at the Levin Domain on the

Thursday of matches.

Wellington won the tournament with a very well balanced

and skillful team again in 2011, and really they have set the

benchmark that all other representative teams will need to

aspire to if they wish to take the cup off Wellington in

the future.

I thank all coaching and management staff for their dedication

in preparing these various representative teams over a very short

space of time. Well done to you!

I wish to acknowledge the support we received from various

organisations/groups that helped us in many ways over the year

and during the Berryman Cup Tournament as well. Thank you.

I thank Rick Whatarau, along with the team of CCO’s, from the

WRFU who provided personnel, coaching, advice and availability

for the various zone tournaments.

Thank you once again to the Wellington Rugby Football

Union for their financial and personnel support. This is most

appreciated as it goes a long way to providing funding/

promotion for rugby in the schools, from school administrative

costs to tournament expenses.

Some of the highlights were:

• The Year 3 and 4 rippa tournament for girls and

boys in Term 1, part of ‘Rugby Awareness Week’.

• Three zonal rippa rugby tournaments were held for

boys and girls in Term1.

• Three zonal tackle rugby tournaments were held for

boys and girls in Term3.

• The Waterman’s sponsored Intermediate schools

tournament. Thank you to the Intermediate school’s

for your support of this fine tournament.

• The Southern North Island Primary Schools Rugby

Tournament, playing for the John Berryman Cup,

with representative teams from Wellington, Hutt

Valley, Mana, Horowhenua-Kapiti and Rangitikei

taking part. Our aim in 2012 will be to look at

approaching Wairarapa Bush to come back into

the tournament.

Finally I would like to acknowledge and thank the many schools,

teachers, principals, coaches, managers, administrators and

parents who gave of their time during the year in support of our

organisation. We could not have achieved what we did without

your assistance.

As mentioned we need to build on the positives from the 2011

year and beyond as we all continue to promote the game of

rugby in the primary schools of the greater Wellington area. To build

our game even more and make sure all school children get involved

playing and supporting rugby is the ultimate success criteria!

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Finally, can I congratulate Murray Sullivan for his dedicated

service to youth rugby, and also to John Berryman who is going

to stand down from the GWPSRU executive after many years of

dedicated service to schools rugby. We will miss John, however he

will still be our patron and continue to support us when he can.

Mark Leggett

Chairman

Greater Wellington Primary Schools’ Rugby Union

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PreMier grade Number of teams

Division One 1st round Swindale Shield 12 Northern United

2nd round Jubilee Cup 8 Oriental-Rongotai

2nd round (round robin) Andy Leslie Trophy 8 Oriental-Rongotai

Division Two 2nd round Hardham Cup 8 Tawa

seNiOr grade

Division One 1st round Harper Lock Shield 12 Hutt Old Boys Marist

2nd round Ed Chaney Cup 10 Petone

Division Two 1st round National Mutual Cup 12 Wainuiomata

2nd round H D Morgan Memorial Cup 10 Wellington

Division Three 1st round JDR Cup 10 Oriental-Rongotai

2nd round Johnsonville Centennium Cup 10 Oriental-Rongotai

uNder 21 grade

Division One 1st round Paris Memorial Trophy 8 Marist St Pats

2nd round John E Kelly Memorial Cup 8 Marist St Pats

Division Two 1st round JRD Cup 6 Poneke

2nd round Vic Calcinai Memorial Cup 6 Upper Hutt

uNder 19 grade

Division One 1st round James Gilbert Memorial Trophy 7 Avalon

2nd round Eric Connelly Cup 6 Hutt Old Boys Marist

85Kg restricted grade

Division One 1st round JC Bowl 8 Marist St Pats Blue

2nd round Paul Potiki Memorial Shield 8 Marist St Pats Blue

Division Two 1st round 6 Marist St Pats Red

2nd round 6 Marist St Pats Red

Division Three 1st round 6 N/A

2nd round 6 Hutt Old Boys Marist Howlers

reserVe grade

Division One 1st round 8 Poneke Ruffnuts

2nd round 8 Upper Hutt J8s

Division Two 1st round 8 Paremata-Plimmerton

2nd round 8 OBU Pink Ginners

Division Three 1st round 8 OBU Pink Ginners

2nd round 8 Johnsonville

WOMeN’s PreMier

1st round Fleurs Trophy 7 Eketahuna

2nd round Victoria Tavern Trophy 7 Eketahuna

Club Competitions: 2011 Grade Winners

POst-seasON tOurNaMeNts

Number of teams

American Ambassador’s Trophy Sevens 11 Wainuiomata

Local Point Sevens Cup Round 1 16 Oriental-Rongotai

Local Point Sevens Cup Round 2 15 Hutt Old Boys Marist

Local Point Sevens Cup Round 3 14 Oriental-Rongotai

Local Point Sevens Cup Overall Winner Oriental-Rongotai

Local Point Women’s Sevens 5 Northern United

WRFU Sevens Tournament, Trentham Memorial Park 10 Oriental Rongotai

deWar sHieLd 1 Old Boys University

(Total Points) 2 Marist St Pats

3 Hutt Old Boys Marist

sir WiLLiaM Perry MeMOriaL trOPHy 1 Marist St Pats

(Average Points Per Team) 2 Rimutaka

3 Hutt Old Boys Marist

griffitHs MeMOriaL trOPHy 1 Wainuiomata U21s

(Team highest average points per team) 2 Johnsonville Senior 2

3 Petone Blue U21s

JuNiOr Merit aWard 1 Johnsonville

(Club highest average points per team per game) 2 Paremata-Plimmerton

3 Wainuiomata

cLuB aWards

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WRFU Premier Division One Jubilee Cup Winners 2011

OrieNtaL rONgOtai fOOtBaLL cLuB

Back row: S.Tevita P.Aukuso M.Matu’u I.Pahulu T.Marama D.Reddish E.Taua’a A.Peters M.Proctor R.Millar second row: T.Reddish (President) M.Richardson (Club Captain) J.Sola A.Curtis M.Reddish T.Fa’atau H.Du Toit P.Halafihi A.Pakau W.Roberts (Physiotherapist) T.Winters (Chairman) front row: M.Brodie (Assistant Coach) P.Proctor (Head Coach) A.Bayliss N.Lene E.Leiataua S.Hay B.Proctor W.Henry S.Maiava J.Mears F.Proctor (Manager) T.Prescott (Manager) absent: D.Mcnamara P.Kinikinilau V.Tauloa T.Aitken J.Savea

WRFU Women’s Premier Winners 2011

eKetaHuNa rugBy fOOtBaLL cLuB

Back row: Koko Namana, Heidi Whitman, Kelly Hunt, Tatiana Tafatu, Shaan Waru, Jessie Bennett, Laura Gavin. Middle row: Roger Taylor (Sponsor), Amy Carroll, Sherryn Marshall, Sam Tipene, Shakira Baker, Maia Tua-Davidson, Andrea Taiaroa,Sid Tatana (Coach). seated: Maria Edwards, Tedi Nootai, Jonene Batchelor, Raylene Reiri, Rebecca Mahoney (Captain), Christine Wolland, Emma Aldworth, Hine Christiansen-Mason, Dennis Dougherty (President). absent: Angel Woods, Cheryl Kiel.

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donald david (don) Bond (Wrfu Life Member 1997-2011)

– died 17 July 2011, aged 74, Wellington.

tony clark (Victoria university, Wgtn rep 1954-1958, 1960)

– died 2 May 2011.

Wayland Hughes (Way) cunliffe (Wrfu Life Member 1991-

2011) – died 9 July 2011, aged 87, Wellington.

William (Billie) dougan (Petone, Wgtn rep 1942, 1945,

1948, 1952) – died 21 February 2011, aged 88.

Leslie John (Les) Hall (Wrfu Life Member 1994-2011) –

died 13 February 2011, aged 82, Wellington.

Murray charles Henderson (Wrfu Life Member 2005-

2011) – died 7 August 2011, Wellington.

Barry (Bazza) Jensen – died 5 June 2011, aged 77,

Plimmerton, Wellington.

stanley Walter david (stan) Judd (Onslow, Wgtn rep

1947-1953) – died 2 May 2011, aged 91, Tauranga.

Michael Joseph smith – died 31 January 2011, aged 60,

Plimmerton, Wellington.

Marc Verhoeven (Petone, Wgtn rep 1986, 1988-1991)

– died 19 August 2011, aged 50, Sydney, Australia.

gordon Walsh (Past President Wrfu, 1974-1975)

– died 14 February 2011, Wellington.

ObituariesBiLL BrieN cuP

Coming into the 2011 season Poneke held the Bill Brien Cup.

They managed to repel four challenges before it was lost to

local rival Oriental-Rongotai in the last round of the Swindale

Shield. That loss was put into perspective as Ories marched

through the Jubilee Cup unbeaten, withstanding three

challenges on the way to their Jubilee Cup victory in the first

weekend of August.

disciPLiNary

This year has seen the continuation of the recent trend of

decreasing numbers of judicial incidents with 39 being dealt

with as opposed to 43 in season 2010. The largest category

of offence was punching/striking with 17 matters of this type

being dealt with.

Of concern to the Judicial Committee was the continued trend

of incidents in the last 10 minutes of matches. Clubs should

be aware of this and continue to work with their players in an

attempt to control emotions right through to the final whistle.

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Auditor’s Report ................................................................................. 32

Statement of Comprehensive income ............................................... 33

Statement of Changes in Equity ........................................................ 34

Statement of Financial Position ....................................................... 35

notes to the Financial Statements .............................................. 36-42

Wellington rugby football union (incorporated)

consolidated financial statements year ending 31 december 2011

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statement of comprehensive income

for the year ended 31 december 2011

group group Parent Parent

Note 2011 2010 2011 2010

revenue

Operating Revenue 2 9,356,492 9,504,145 3,149,584 2,960,734

Interest Income 71,357 126,751 57,349 106,572

total Operating revenue $9,427,849 $9,630,896 $3,206,933 $3,067,306

expenses

Expenses 3 9,064,228 9,697,883 3,216,244 2,871,608

Total Expenses $9,064,228 $9,697,883 $3,216,244 $2,871,608

Operating Surplus/(Deficit) before Profit/(Loss) $363,621 $(66,987) $(9,311) $195,698

of Associate, Tax & Depreciation

Share of Profit/(Loss) of an Associate 11 (16,783) 63,708 - -

Operating surplus/(deficit) before tax & depreciation 346,838 (3,279) (9,311) 195,698

Depreciation & Amortisation 6, 7 320,154 318,887 320,154 318,887

Income Tax Expense 4 14,774 - - -

Net surplus/(deficit) after tax & depreciation $11,910 $(322,166) $(329,465) $(123,189)

Other Comprehensive Income - - - -

total comprehensive income $11,910 $(322,166) $(329,465) $(123,189)

The notes on pages 36 to 42 should be read in conjunction with these financial statements

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statement of changes in equity

for the year ended 31 december 2011


Note 2011 2010 2011 2010

Opening Equity - Retained Earnings 5,182,260 5,504,426 5,961,570 6,084,759

Net Surplus After Income Tax 11,910 (322,166) (329,465) (123,189)

Other Comprehensive Income - - - -

Total Comprehensive Income for the year 11,910 (322,166) (329,465) (123,189)

5,194,170 5,182,260 5,632,105 5,961,570

Income Distributions 14 - - - -

closing equity - retained earnings $5,194,170 $5,182,260 $5,632,105 $5,961,570


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21/2/2012

statement of financial Position

as at 31 december 2011


Note 2011 2010 2011 2010

current assets

Cash and Cash Equivalents 1,651,613 2,009,043 1,127,587 1,657,505

Trade Receivables and Prepayments 5 2,324,180 1,989,160 2,373,604 1,920,543

Inventory - 19,853 - -

Loans to Affiliated Clubs - Current Portion 13 11,334 23,600 11,334 23,600

Total Current Assets 3,987,127 4,041,656 3,512,525 3,601,648

Non current assets

Loans to Affiliated Clubs - Non Current Portion 13 2,000 13,334 2,000 13,334

Investment in Subsidiaries 10 - - 100 100

Investments in Associates 11 - 82,286 - -

Property, Plant and Equipment 6 2,581,103 2,699,556 2,581,103 2,699,556

Intangible Assets 7 55,871 24,689 55,871 24,689

Total Non-Current Assets 2,638,974 2,819,865 2,639,074 2,737,679

total assets $6,626,101 $6,861,521 $6,151,599 $6,339,327

current Liabilities

Trade Creditors and Accruals 8 1,431,931 1,679,261 519,494 377,757

Total Current Liabilities 1,431,931 1,679,261 519,494 377,757

equity

Retained Earnings 5,194,170 5,182,260 5,632,105 5,961,570

Total Equity 5,194,170 5,182,260 5,632,105 5,961,570

total Liabilities and equity $6,626,101 $6,861,521 $ 6,151,599 $6,339,327

For and on behalf of the Board, which authorised the issue of the financial statements on 21 February 2012.

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Chairman Director Date


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Notes to the financial statements

for the year ending 31 december 2011

1 statement of accounting Policies

reporting entity

The financial statements of Wellington Rugby Football Union Incorporated (WRFU) for the year ended 31 December 2011 were authorised for issue in accordance with a resolution of the directors on 21 February 2012. WRFU is a society incorporated under the Incorporated Societies Act 1908. Its registered office is 113 Adelaide Road, Newtown, Wellington.

The “Group” consists of WRFU Incorporated (the “Parent”) and its subsidiaries.

The financial statements are presented in New Zealand dollars.

statement of compliance

The Group financial statements have been prepared in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Practices in New Zealand (“NZ GAAP”). They comply with New Zealand Equivalents to International Financial Reporting Standards (“NZ IFRS”) as appropriate for public benefit entities that qualify for differential reporting concessions.

Measurement Base

The accounting principles recognised as appropriate for the measurement and reporting of financial performance and financial position on a historical cost basis are followed by WRFU.

classification

Certain reclassifications may have been made to prior year amounts in order to be consistent with current year presentation.

specific accounting Policies

The following specific accounting policies which materially affect the measurement of financial performance and the financial position have been applied:

a) Basis of Consolidation. The consolidated financial statements include the parent entity WRFU and its subsidiary Wellington Rugby Limited (trading as Wellington Rugby Trust) and its operations for the year ended 31 December 2011. Subsidiaries are entities in which the WRFU has the capacity to determine the financing and operating policies and from which it has an entitlement to significant ownership benefits. The consolidated financial statements include the WRFU and its subsidiary Wellington Rugby Limited (trading as Wellington Rugby Trust), which are accounted for using the purchase method. The effects of all significant inter-entity transactions between entities that have been consolidated are eliminated on consolidation. In the WRFU’s financial statements investment in the subsidiary is recognised at cost.

b) Investment in Associate. The Group’s investment in its associate is accounted for using the equity method of accounting in the consolidated financial statements. The associate is an entity over which the Group has significant influence and that is neither a subsidiary nor a joint venture.

Under the equity method, investments in the associate are carried in the consolidated statement of financial position at cost plus post-acquisition changes in the Group’s share of net assets of the associate. After application of the equity method, the Group determines whether it is necessary to recognise any impairment loss with respect to the Group’s net investment in associates.

The Group’s share of its associate’s post-acquisition profits or losses is recognised in the statement of comprehensive income, and its share of post-acquisition movements in reserves is recognised in reserves. The cumulative post-acquisition movements are adjusted against the carrying amount of the investment. Distributions receivable from associates are recognised in the parent entity’s income statement, while in the consolidated financial statements they reduce the carrying amount of the investment.

When the Group’s share of losses in an associate equals or exceeds its interest in the associate, including any unsecured long-term receivables and loans, the Group does not recognise further losses, unless it has incurred obligations or made payments on behalf of the associate.

The reporting date of the associate is 31 October and the associate’s accounting policies conform to those used by the Group for like transactions and events in similar circumstances.

c) Plant, Property and Equipment. All items of plant, property and equipment are recorded at cost less aggregate depreciation and impairment losses. Depreciation is provided on all items of plant, property and equipment. Depreciation rates used to allocate an item’s cost less estimated residual value over their estimated useful lives are:

Training Centre 5.26% SL

Office Furniture & Equipment 9.5-40% DV

Training Equipment 10-40% DV

Computer Hardware 40% DV

Vehicles 16-20% DV

Stadium Assets/VIP Lounge 10% DV

Miscellaneous 10-40% DV

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Notes to the financial statements - continued


statement of accounting Policies - continued

d) Intangible Assets. Intangible assets comprise of computer software and website development costs.

Computer software and website development costs are stated at cost less accumulated amortisation and impairment losses. Amortisation is calculated on a straight line basis over the useful life of the asset (3 years).

e) Impairment. At each reporting date, the Group reviews the carrying amounts of its assets to determine whether there is any indication that those assets have suffered an impairment loss. If any such indication exists, the recoverable amount of the asset is estimated in order to determine the extent of the impairment loss (if any). Where the asset does not generate cash flows that are independent from other assets, the Group estimates the recoverable amount of the cash-generating unit to which the asset belongs.

Recoverable amount is the higher of the fair value less costs to sell and value in use. In assessing value in use, the estimated future cash flows are discounted to their present value using a pre-tax discount rate that reflects current market assessments of the time value of money and the risks specific to the asset for which the estimates of future cash flows have not been adjusted.

If the recoverable amount of an asset is estimated to be less than its carrying amount, the carrying amount of the asset is reduced to its recoverable amount. An impairment loss is recognised as an expense immediately.

f) Leases. The WRFU Group leases certain buildings, equipment and vehicles. Operating lease payments, where the lessors effectively retain substantially all the risks and benefits of ownership of the lease items, are included in the determination of the net surplus in equal instalments over the lease term.

g) GST. Items of income and expenditure are stated exclusive of Goods and Services Tax.

h) Revenue. The WRFU Group operating revenue comprises income from sponsorship, the provision of services, grants and interest income. Sponsorship received in kind is recorded in the statement of comprehensive income as income with a corresponding recognition of expenditure, based on fair value.

Match and event management income are recognised in the accounting period in which the services are rendered, by reference to completion of the specific event in which services are provided.

Grants are recognised in the statement of comprehensive income when the requirements under the grant agreement have been met. Any grants for which the requirements under the grant agreement have not been met are carried as liabilities until all conditions have been fulfilled.

Interest income is recognised as interest accrues using the effective interest method.

i) Differential Reporting. The WRFU Group qualifies for differential reporting because it is not publicly accountable and there is no separation between the owners and the governing body. WRFU has taken advantage of all available differential reporting exemptions.

j) Income Tax. WRFU is exempt from income tax as a promoter of amateur sport, under section CB4(1)(h) of the Income Tax Act 1994. The Wellington Rugby Trust is a taxable entity and income tax (where applicable) is calculated using the taxes payable method and is determined using tax rules. Under the taxes payable method, the income tax expense charged to the statement of comprehensive income is equal to the income tax payable for the same period.

k) Cash and Cash Equivalents. Cash and cash equivalents comprise of short-term highly liquid investments that are readily convertible to a known amount of cash and are subject to an insignificant risk of changes in value.

l) Trade Receivables. Trade receivables, loans and other receivables are measured at amortised cost less impairment. Appropriate allowances for estimated amounts are recognised in the statement of comprehensive income when there is objective evidence that an asset is impaired.

m) Financial Instruments. Fixed interest investments are classified as loans and receivables. They are measured initially at fair value and subsequently at amortised cost using the effective interest method. Regular way purchases and sales of financial assets are accounted for at the trade date, i.e. the date at which the entity commits itself to purchase or sell the asset. The derecognition of a financial instrument takes place when the company no longer controls the contracted rights that comprise the financial instrument, which is normally the case when the financial instrument is sold or all of the cash flows attributable to the instruments are passed through an independent third party.

n) Trade creditors. Trade creditors and accruals represent liabilities for goods and services provided prior to year end, which are unpaid. These are unsecured and usually settled within 30 days of recognition. Trade payables are recognised initially at fair value and subsequently measured at amortised cost using the effective interest method.

o) Employee Entitlements. Provision is made for benefits accruing to employees in respect of salaries and annual leave when it is probable that settlement will be required and they are capable of being measured reliably. Provisions made in respect of employee benefits expected to be settled within 12 months are measured using the remuneration rate expected to be applied at the time of settlement.

p) The accounting policies and disclosures have been applied consistently to all periods presented in these financial statements. There are no standards issued not yet effective which are expected to impact on the finanical statements of the entity.

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2 Operating revenue


2011 2010 2011 2010

Match Income 1,044,715 1,542,001 - -

Sponsorship and Hospitality 3,842,682 3,264,393 271,482 203,415

Event/Franchise Management 2,133,565 2,191,392 - -

Gaming Trust Funding 666,332 483,688 666,332 483,688

NZRU Funding 908,426 1,235,907 708,426 712,607

WRT Management Fee - - 1,068,000 1,128,000

Other 760,772 786,764 435,344 433,024

$9,356,492 $9,504,145 $3,149,584 $2,960,734

3 expenses

Match Expenses 364,576 619,557 - -

Representative Teams / Academy 3,448,790 4,033,113 460,194 400,188

Club Expenses 291,847 265,752 291,847 265,752

Coaching and Development 451,987 456,903 451,987 456,903

Administration 2,459,519 2,270,348 1,708,744 1,551,140

Advertising / Sponsorship 2,024,133 2,008,327 303,472 197,565

Audit Fee 20,200 20,550 - -

Bad Debts 3,176 23,333 - 60

$9,064,228 $9,697,883 $3,216,244 $2,871,608

4 income tax expense

WRFU is exempt from income tax as a promoter of amateur sport, under section CB4(1)(h) of the Income Tax Act. Its subsidiary, Wellington Rugby Limited (WRL) is a taxable entity, which calculates tax using the taxes payable method.

WRL is the corporate trustee for the Wellington Rugby Trust. Net surpluses from the Trust are not taxable provided they are distributed to beneficiaries with six months of the end of the financial year. The current tax expense in the statement of comprehensive income represents tax payable on non-deductible expenditure.

5 trade receivables and Prepayments

Trade and Sundry Receivables 699,102 1,172,417 1,526,534 1,619,418

Hurricanes Receivable 1,196,638 298,122 841,513 297,057

Taxation Receivable 58,574 99,782 - -

Beneficiary Payment - - - -

Prepayments 369,866 418,839 5,557 4,068

$2,324,180 $1,989,160 $2,373,604 $1,920,543

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6 Property, Plant and equipment (group and Parent)

2011cost

2011depreciation

2011accumulateddepreciation

2011closing

Book Value

Training Centre Buildings and Furniture 3,610,312 199,841 1,441,625 2,168,687

Training Centre Gym Equipment 338,830 17,103 215,193 123,637

Stadium Assets/Wellington Rugby Lounge 212,369 10,289 135,807 76,562

Office Furniture and Equipment 55,450 2,829 44,995 10,455

Computer Hardware 217,822 32,964 156,137 61,685

Vehicles 39,885 6,192 13,874 26,011

Office Fitout/Miscellaneous 338,565 26,830 224,499 114,066

$4,813,233 $296,048 $2,232,130 $2,581,103

2010cost

2010depreciation

2010accumulateddepreciation

2010closing

Book Value

Training Centre Buildings and Furniture 3,608,393 203,374 1,243,380 2,365,013

Training Centre Gym Equipment 265,715 16,973 198,091 67,624

Stadium Assets/Wellington Rugby Lounge 204,584 11,990 125,518 79,066

Office Furniture and Equipment 55,452 3,518 42,167 13,285

Computer Hardware 190,439 37,802 132,330 58,109

Vehicles 39,885 7,682 7,682 32,203

Office Fitout/Miscellaneous 281,924 23,794 197,668 84,256

$4,646,392 $305,133 $1,946,836 $2,699,556

All property, plant and equipment assets are held by the parent company.

7 intangible assets

2011cost

2011amortisation

2011accumulatedamortisation

2011closing

Book Value

Computer Software 131,589 24,106 75,718 55,871

2010cost

2010amortisation

2010accumulatedamortisation

2010closing

Book Value

Computer Software 76,300 13,754 51,611 24,689

8 trade creditors and accruals

group 2011

group 2010

Parent2011

Parent2010

Trade & Sundry Payables 372,435 369,048 202,320 182,973

GST Payable 32,942 81,004 13,441 45,704

Accrued Expenses 336,120 300,483 258,733 149,080

Income in Advance 690,434 928,726 45,000 -

$1,431,931 $1,679,261 $519,494 $377,757

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9 Operating Lease commitments group

2011 group

2010

< 1 yr 95,362 36,462

1 - 2 yrs 13,260 19,912

2 - 5 yrs - 13,260

> 5 yrs - -

$108,622 $69,634

The Group incurred $138,148 (2010: $123,012) of expenses during the year in relation to leased assets.

10 investment in subsidiaries 2011%

Owned

2010%

OwnedBalance

date

Wellington Rugby Limited 100 100 31-Dec Trustee Co.

Wellington Rugby Marketing Limited 100 100 31-Oct Non-operating

WRFU owns 100% of Wellington Rugby Limited, the trustee company of Wellington Rugby Trust, which was formed to administer the professional activities within Wellington Rugby.

11 investment in associates

a) investment details

The Group has a 20% ownership interest in Union Projects Limited (UPL), who provide advertising signage and manage the operation of replay screens at events throughout New Zealand.

The Group has a separate agreement with the Hurricanes Trust, whereby the distribution of profits from UPL is split equally between parties, giving an effective equity income interest of 10%.

The Group’s proportion of voting power held in the associate is the same as its ownership interest. The Group’s investments in the associate is accounted for in accordance with the accounting policy described in note 1 (b).

UPL is incorporated and has a 31 October reporting date.

The equity accounted profit from UPL is based on unaudited financial statements for the year ended 31 October 2011, adjusted for any significant events occurring between 1 November and 31 December.

During 2011 the ground signage rights for the five years 2011 - 2015 were transferred from UPL to OAMM NZ Limited. UPL’s signage assets, the net proceeds from the liquidation of its remaining assets, and the balance of the capital accounts less wind-up costs were distributed equally to each member union during 2011. The Group subsequently wrote-down the carrying value of its investment to zero.

b) Movements in the carrying amount of the group’s investment in associates

2011 2010

At 1 January 82,286 240,000

Share of total recognised revenues and expenses (33,566) 127,416

Less distribution to Hurricanes Trust 16,783 (16,783) (63,708) 63,708

65,503 303,708

Less distribution received from UPL - (63,708)

Less repayment of capital (cash) (48,320) (130,000)

Less repayment of capital (assets) (15,900) -

Less writedown on investment (1,283) (27,714)

at 31 december $0 $82,286

c) contingent Liabilities relating to the associates

The Group’s share of contingent liabilities, capital commitments or other commitments contracted for at balance date is nil (2010: nil).

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13 related Parties

Wellington rugby trust (Wrt)

WRFU is a beneficiary of Wellington Rugby Trust.

At 31 December 2011, WRFU parent owed WRT $75,163 (2010: $38,241). At the same date, WRT owed WRFU parent $1,417,264 (2010: $1,520,650).

Hurricanes trust

During 2011, WRFU received a management fee from Hurricanes Trust.

At 31 December 2011, WRFU Group owed Hurricanes Trust $33,355 (2010: 22,245) and Hurricanes Trust owed WRFU Group $1,196,638 (2010: $595,665).

WRFU has agreed to make a loan to the Hurricanes to fund the net operating deficits incurred by the Hurricanes Franchise in 2009 and 2010 and to cover working capital requirements. The interest rate is 5% per annum. At 31 December 2011, the balance receivable is $800,000 (2010: $200,000). The loan is held on call.

Mr P.D. Collins, and Mr A Duffin, Directors, are Directors of Hurricanes Limited, the trustee company of Hurricanes Trust. WRFU is a beneficiary of Hurricanes Trust.

New Zealand rugby union (NZru)

During 2011, WRFU Group received from NZRU grants, management fees and shares of the surpluses from one test match and the NZI Sevens tournament.

As at 31 December 2011, WRFU Group owed NZRU nil (2010: $3,084) and NZRU owed WRFU Group $27,169 (2010: nil).

union Projects Limited

Refer to Note 11.

affiliated clubs

WRFU has made loans to the Northern United RFC, Avalon RFC and Rimutaka RFC. The amount of each loan outstanding at year end for Northern United was $3,334 (2010: $13,333), Avalon $4,000 (2010: $13,600) and Rimutaka $6,000 (2010: $10,000). The maturity dates of the loans are April 2012, May 2012, and June 2013 respectively. Loans to affiliated clubs are interest free.

directors

Mr P.D. Collins, a Director, is Chairman of the Wellington Regional Stadium Trust. WRFU is a major user of Westpac Stadium. He is also a Director of Rugby New Zealand 2011 Limited, the entity responsible for the 2011 Rugby World Cup. WRFU entered into agreements with Rugby New Zealand 2011 Limited with respect to elements of the tournament held in Wellington.

Mr G. Poole, a Director, is CEO of Wellington City Council. The Wellington City Council provides services for Wellington Rugby and is also a stakeholder in the Wellington Regional Stadium Trust.

general

No related party debts have been written off or forgiven during the year. All transactions have been conducted on normal terms and conditions.

14 distributions

Annual distributions are made to the affiliated clubs based on registered player numbers in the senior and junior clubs. When managing capital, management’s objective is to ensure WRFU continues as a going concern as well as maintaining optimal returns for members. There were no distributions made to clubs in 2011.



12 contingent Liabilities

The WRFU Parent has the following contingent liabilities relating to the uncalled capital of its subsidiaries.

2011$

2010$

Wellington Rugby Limited 120 120

Wellington Rugby Marketing Limited 1,000 1,000

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16 subsequent events

No subsequent event has occurred since balance date that would materially impact the financial statements as at 31 December 2011.

17 categories of financial instruments


2011 2010 2011 2010

assets

Loans and Receivables

Cash and Cash Equivalents 1,651,613 2,009,043 1,127,587 1,657,505

Short Term Investments - - - -

Trade and Sundry Receivables 699,102 1,172,417 1,526,534 1,619,418

Loans to Affiliated Clubs 13,334 36,934 13,334 36,934

Term Investments - - - -

$2,364,049 $3,218,394 $2,667,455 $3,313,857

LiaBiLities

Other Financial Liabilities at Amortised Cost

Trade & Sundry Payables 372,435 369,048 202,320 182,973

$372,435 $369,048 $202,320 $182,973

15 capital commitments

At 31 December 2011 there were no capital expenditure commitments (2010: nil).




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