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Office and Mailing Address 44 Butler Street Opawa Christchurch
New Zealand Contact Numbers Telephone +64 3 342 9433 Facsimile +64
3 342 9433 Mobile 021 1404345 Phil Robson Mobile 021 0542587 Louise
Smith Email [email protected] Online www.totalrugby.co.nz
Itinerary Specially Prepared for
Dural Junior Rugby Club Soak it Up 100% Pure New Zealand Rugby
Tour 2015
WELCOME It is my pleasure, as Managing Director of Total Rugby,
to welcome the Dural Rugby Club touring party to New Zealand. It is
the game of rugby that has brought us together and Total Rugby will
ensure that you will experience the very best of New Zealands rugby
culture. Welcome, Haere Mai, and enjoy your stay.
INTRODUCTORY NOTES
Weather: July can be the countrys wettest month. Prepare for
cold conditions too. Snow on the roads is not out of the question!
(Do you know how to put chains on?!) Average Queenstown high in
July is 10 degrees and the low is 1. Chch is 12 and 3.
Grounds: Grounds could be okay but most likely wet and muddy.
Come prepared with decent studs or you might find you can barely
turn a corner! It may not be feasible to trade in your multi-stud
boats but you may want to think about it.
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Game protocol: Most schools in New Zealand have their own haka
and it is common practice for the host school to perform the haka
for overseas visiting teams. This is meant as a challenge and it is
up to the visiting team to accept it as they wish. Generally, the
team facing the challenge will line up on their own 10m line and
front up. This is seen as the most respectful. Three cheers are
performed at the end of the match and players shake hands with the
opposition.
Mouthguards: Mouthguards are compulsory at all levels of rugby
in New Zealand. The ref will inspect that you have a mouthguard at
the start of the game.
Rugby Rules: Crutch binding in the scrums and lifting in the
line-out is permitted in New Zealand age group rugby.
After match Arrangements: It is customary in New Zealand rugby
to have an after match function for special visiting teams. It is a
tradition we are keen to maintain. The after match is generally
held at the hosts clubrooms or school. Speeches are made by the MC
and respective captains. Often the visiting coach or manager is
also invited to speak. There is always an exchange of gifts. This
can take the form of a plaque/pendant, club or school ties, players
jersey, touring booklet, pins/badges, beanies or something else
that has been prepared. Food is then served.
Ice: Ice for sideline treatment of injuries is available from
nearly all service stations and supermarkets. It is recommended
that teams bring an insulated container for storing ice at
matches.
First Aid: It is not compulsory to have a first aid officer at
every game as it is in Australia. Initial first aid is generally
administered by coaching and/or management staff. Emergency
services are available for more serious injuries. The emergency
number in New Zealand is 111. There are after-hours medical
services available in all main centres. Total Rugby will assist
with coordinating medical services including physiotherapy. It is
expected that tour groups will have their own travel insurance to
cover medical expenses. Operators of tourist services have their
own policies regarding health and safety and issues arising should
be managed directly with them.
Equipment: Total Rugby has a number of training balls available.
We also have a number of drink bottle sets with a carry crate.
Please make an early request for other specific equipment if
required as it is possible to source a range of gear.
Laundry: Coin operated laundry facilities are available at Tanoa
Aspen Hotel and Kakapo Lodge. A full laundry service is provided at
Adams House. We do recommend that everyone bring at least one towel
with them.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner are included daily throughout
your itinerary. Breakfasts will be at your accommodation and are
continental (typically cereal, toast and spreads, tea/coffee),
lunches are packed and are provided at your accommodation to be
collected each day as you leave breakfast, dinners are two course
(main course and dessert) or buffet style. Whilst in Hanmer Springs
dinner and breakfast will be at a local hotel.
Security/valuables: This is your own responsibility. Valuables
have been stolen before. Please never assume that it will be okay
to leave valuables unattended or gear rooms unlocked. Every attempt
will be made to assist you with your own security.
Itinerary Times: All the times shown on this itinerary have been
booked and confirmed with the accommodation providers and activity
operators. For meal time changes please liaise directly with the
hotel. If you wish to change timings for any activities or
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find you are running behind schedule please contact Total Rugby
so that we can inform the operator
Vouchers: On your arrival your tour leader will be given a
voucher booklet containing the vouchers you will be required to
hand over to our operators for the various activities included in
your tour.
Liaison: Total Rugby staff will be available 24 hours. Please
use the cell phone numbers on this page. Our staff will not always
be with you during your activities but we will check in with you
each day, either in the evening to discuss the days events and go
over the next day, or in the morning.
Luggage: Due to coach luggage capacity it is requested that each
person is limited to one suitcase andrews one carry-on bag. If your
luggage is going to exceed this please advise Total Rugby prior to
your arrival.
Rugby Boots: New Zealand has very strict biosecurity
regulations, during your flight please complete the Passenger
Arrival Card supplied by the airline with care and ensure rugby
boots are clean prior to your departure.
Gear: We recommend everyone brings two towels with them. Towels
are not provided at Adams House Swim wear and towel will be
required for the Hanmer Springs Thermal Reserve Ski Day: Suitable
jackets and pants are essential and can be hired on the mountain on
the day and paid direct. Everyone will need a woolen hat/beanie and
waterproof gloves. Jeans are not recommended. Sea Kayaking: Long
sleeved thermal top, fleece, shorts or light pants e.g. quick drys,
NO JEANS! Sunglasses, cap, running shoes or sandals, drinking
water, camera and towel.
RISK MANAGEMENT: You will be guided through our risk management
procedures and policies on arrival. We do not provide travel
insurance and the expectation is that you will have your own
insurance to cover civil emergencies, accidents, lost or stolen
property.
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MONDAY 29 JUNE SYDNEY/QUEENSTOWN
1425 Arrive Queenstown on Qantas flight QF121. On completion of
customs and immigration formalities you will be met and welcomed by
Total Rugby staff who will assist with your coach transfer to your
accommodation. Your Pacific Tourways coach driver is Dawn Simpson
who will be your driver through to Christchurch (mobile
+64211220050)
Check in to Tanoa Aspen Hotel where accommodation has been
confirmed for 4 nights
Accommodation: TANOA ASPEN HOTEL 139 Fernhill Road Queenstown
Phone: 03 441 0097
Echoing an alpine atmosphere, Tanoa Aspen Hotel Queenstown
offers comfortable accommodation set in an idyllic location with
scenic views of Lake Wakatipu and the Remarkables Mountain
Range
Dinner at your accommodation this evening
1900 Dinner this evening at the hotel
TUESDAY 30 JUNE QUEENSTOWN
0730 Breakfast at your hotel
0845 This morning transfer by coach to local grounds for a
training session to be run by your own staff.
1045 Then head to Queenstowns world famous gondola and its time
to head up the mountain
SKYLINE GONDOLA AND LUGE Reputed to be the steepest lift in the
Southern Hemisphere, the gondola carries visitors high above
Queenstown to the Skyline complex located on Bob's Peak. Numerous
observation decks around the complex offer breathtaking views of
Coronet Peak & The Remarkables, over Queenstown and across Lake
Wakatipu to Cecil and Walter Peaks. Truly magnificent and
awe-inspiring. Once you are at the top its time to hit the luge
track - the scenery's a blur!
Hurtle down a winding downhill track through the trees. Race
through the bends, or pull in for a breather and enjoy the
panorama. Burn it up on the advanced track or cruise sedately down
the scenic track. Then hop on the
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chairlift and do it all again. Skyline Luge - it's 800 metres of
fast-paced freedom.Once is never enough!
Your package includes gondola, 2 luge rides per person and
buffet lunch. Lunch is booked for 12:30pm in the Wakatipu Room on
the 2nd floor
Group Leader to present voucher
Head down the gondola after lunch and its a short walk to the
centre of Queenstown. You have a free afternoon, perhaps some time
for souvenir shopping, transfer back to your hotel by coach late
afternoon (please confirm time direct with your driver)
1900 Dinner tonight at Tanoa Aspen Hotel
WEDNESDAY 01 JULY QUEENSTOWN
0800 Breakfast at your hotel. Please collect your packed lunches
as you leave breakfast
0900 Depart by coach this morning for the nearby Shotover Jet
base at Gorge Road, Arthurs Point for the worlds most exciting
jetboat experience. Wrap up warm hat, gloves, scarf, sunglasses and
a jacket are essential!!
SHOTOVER JET Take a unique breathtaking ride through the
dramatic and narrow Canyons, and
hold on tight for Queenstowns only exhilarating full 360 degree
spins. Can you handle the Canyons? with award winning Shotover Jet.
The only company permitted to operate in the spectacular Shotover
River canyons. Please note your check in time is 9:30am and your
boat trip is 10:30am. It is important that you arrive on time.
Group Leader to present voucher
Then depart Queenstown for Clyde, venue for todays first tour
match
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1500 MATCH 1 - VS CENTRAL OTAGO 15 at Clyde RFC.
Clyde is about as Heartland NZ as it gets. Be prepared for cold
conditions but warm hospitality. The team is a selection side that
is likely to play together again for the Topp Cup.
The match will be followed by an after match function,
supporters and family are invited to attend
Return to your Queenstown hotel by coach at the conclusion of
the aftermatch function
1900 Dinner at the hotel
THURSDAY 02 JULY QUEENSTOWN
0700 Early breakfast at your hotel. Please pick up your packed
lunches as you leave breakfast.
0745 Depart by coach for a day on the slopes.
CORONET PEAK SKI FIELDf
Only 20 minutes (approx.) drive from central Queenstown, Coronet
Peak is one of New Zealands most popular ski resorts due to its
varied terraine and superb facilities.
Included in your beginner ski day package is a 1.5 hour lesson
(students only), hire of ski/snowboard and boots and a lift pass
and helmet hire. Please note ski pants and jackets can also be
hired (payable direct). Your lesson is confirmed for 9am sharp.
Return to your accommodation by coach at the end of your ski
day, departure time to be confirmed direct with your coach
driver
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1830 Dinner at the hotel.
FRIDAY 03 JULY QUEENSTOWN/CHRISTCHURCH
0800 Breakfast at your hotel. Please pick up your packed lunches
as you leave breakfast.
0900 Check out of Tanoa Aspen Hotel and depart by coach for
Christchurch. Enjoy the scenery as your journey takes you through
the MacKenzie Country and the hydro lakes that produce much of New
Zealands electricity. On a fine day stop for views of Aoraki Mt
Cook - New Zealands highest mountain. A lunch stop at Lake Tekapo
is recommended
Arrive into Christchurch late afternoon
Check in to Adams House Boarding Hostel where accommodation is
confirmed for 3 nights. Accommodation is multi share dormitory
style with shared bathrooms.
Accommodation: Adams House Boarding Hostel 70 Harakeke Street
Christchurch
Phone 03 348 3307
Adams House is the boarding facility for Christchurch Boys High
School. It was completely rebuilt in 2001 and is now one of the
most modern and effective boarding establishments in the
country.
A light training run at the nearby Christchurch Boys High School
grounds is optional, subject to your arrival time
1830 Dinner at Adams House
SATURDAY 04 JULY CHRISTCHURCH
Your Pacific Tourways coach driver for the rest of your tour is
Geoff Painter (mobile +6421995511)
0730 Breakfast at the hostel. Please pick up your packed lunch
at breakfast 0900 Your 2 hour Total Rugby Training Experience will
be held this morning, conducted by elite Canterbury level
coaches.
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John Haggart: Assistant Coach NZ Under 19 1994,1995, 1996
Assistant Coach NZ Under 21 1997, 1998, 1999. Senior Club Coach
Dunedin 1998, 1999. Otago Senior B coach 1998, 1999. Head Coach
Sannix Japan 2000, 2001, 2002. Otago Provincial assistant coach
2004, 2005. Highlanders defence coach 2004, 2005. Canterbury backs
coach 2006, 2007, 2008. Position: No 10 Played Otago 119 caps 1983
1991. Coach Lincoln University Seniors 2010-2015 Current: Director
of Crusader International High Performance Unit.
Dave Perrin
2005 2014 COACHING NEW ZEALAND RUGBY UNION NZ U17 Selector -
Resource Coach NZ Secondary School Selector
Resource Coach NZ Resource Coach Scrum, Front
Row Factory NZ Resource Coach All aspects of
Rugby 2001 - 2005 CANTERBURY UNDER 19 1996 2000 CANTERBURY UNDER
18 1993 1995 CANTERBURY UNDER 16 1999 - 2003 TEKYIO UNIVERSITY-
JAPAN RUGBY Assistant and Skills Coach - University Top League 2010
HAWAI RUGBY Coach/Facilitator and Skills advisor - Workshops 2011
SHANGHAI RUGBY Coach/Facilitator and Skills advisor - Workshops
2012 BRAZIL RUGBY Head Coach - U18 2011 Present LINCOLN UNIVERSITY
RUGBY CLUB
IRB / New Zealand IRB Accredited Trainer IRB Coach Educator
NZRU/IRB Level 3/4 Accredited Coach 2008 Present New Zealand Rugby
Union Regional Coach Development Manager (Sth Island)
Return to Adams House at the conclusion of the training session
for a lunch break.
1300 Early afternoon head out by coach to Ferrymead for some
paintball warfare!
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1330 FERRYMEAD PAINTBALL The newest paintball centre in
Christchurch, Ferrymead Paintball offers 4 different scenarios to
play: Black Hawk Down your helicopter has crashed in an enemy base.
You and your team mate have to fight your way through the town and
complete a sabotage mission along the way. Only the strong will
survive! OR Capture the Town - You and your team have just landed
on the outskirts of an enemy base. Now you have to disembark your
landing craft and take the town by force OR Prison Break - you have
just broken out of prison and your rescue helicopter has landed on
the outskirts of town. Now you and your fellow team mates have to
take on the guards and fight your way to the helicopter before its
too late. OR Saving Private Ryan - Your fellow soldier has been
taken hostage and is heavily guarded. Now you and your team have to
search this town by building a search and rescue to save your
comrade and get him home safely! Whichever scenario you choose its
bound to be a talking point of your tour for the next few days!!
Supplied: guns, overalls, mask and 200 paintballs per person.
Group leader to present voucher 1630 Depart Ferrymead Paintball
to return to Adams House 1830 Dinner at Adams House.
The 2015 Super Rugby Final is scheduled for this evening. Enjoy
the match on TV at Adams House (subject to viewing time)
SUNDAY 05 JULY CHRISTCHURCH
0730 This morning you will be joined for breakfast by a
celebrity New Zealand rugby player. Learn about the life of a
professional rugby player over breakfast, there will be an
opportunity for photographs and autographs. Packed lunches will be
available to collect after breakfast.
Owen Franks Owen made his debut for the Crusaders in 2009 and
All Blacks debut just a few months later in front of a home crowd
in Christchurch, coming on as a replacement for John Afoa in the
59th minute. He earned his first Test start against South Africa at
Kings Park Stadium in Durban.
His call up to the All Blacks capped a national representative
career that included appearances for New Zealand Under 21 and New
Zealand Schools. He started against Ireland in the first Test of
2010, joining brother Ben in becoming the first set of siblings to
start a Test for the All Blacks since the Brookes in 1997.His call
up to the 2011 All Blacks squad came off the back of a stunning
Investec Super Rugby season with the Crusaders, where their scrum
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against every team they played against.
Canterbury caps: 18 Crusader caps: 107 Test caps: 67
Colin Slade Colin returned to the Crusaders squad last season
after a stint away with the Highlanders. He first debuted for the
Crusaders in 2009, initially playing mainly on the wing and then at
fullback in 2010. In 2011 he transferred to the Highlanders to gain
more playing time at his preferred position of first five. He has
played for Canterbury since 2008 and has also had an impressive
international career, playing for the New Zealand Under-19 and
Under-21 sides, the Junior All Blacks, and then for the All Blacks
in 2010, 2011 and 2014. Colin knows what it is like to suffer
setbacks when he injured his groin during the 2011 World Cup, after
Dan Carter withdrew. He also broke his jaw twice in 2011 and then
broke his leg early in the 2012 season. Colin is a world class
first five but has the advantage of being able to play virtually
anywhere in the back line. He has recently secured a professional
contract for 3 years with French side Pau.
Canterbury caps: 44 Crusader/Highlanders caps: 78 Test caps:
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0930 Board your coach and its time to head out for some high
octane fun on the race track. 1000 ACTION KARTS RACEWAY Action Kart
Raceway is New Zealands only clay base go kart track. Its awesome
fun and something totally different. The track features the
drifting experience, tighter more technical corners and long fast
sweeping straights. Group leader to present voucher
Some free time this morning prior to todays match. You may
choose for your coach to drop you at Westfield Shopping Mall after
go karting, its a short walk from there back to Adams House.
Westfield is Christchurchs largest retail mall. Otherwise return to
Adams House by coach for match preparation.
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1145 A short walk to Christchurch Boys High School, venue for
todays match
1300 MATCH 2 Vs CHRISTCHURCH BOYS HIGH SCHOOL MATCH 2 - Vs
Christchurch Boys High School CBHS is one of the leading rugby
schools in New Zealand. This school has produced the second highest
number of All Blacks (46) from any school in New Zealand. From the
2011 RWC winning team there were 5 CBHS old boys. Current All Black
Old Boys include: Brodie Retallic, Dan Carter, Luke Romano, Colin
Slade, Owen Franks.
The match will be followed by an after match function,
supporters and family are invited to attend. Walk back to Adams
House at the conclusion of the aftermatch
1800 Dinner at the hostel this evening
MONDAY 06 JULY CHRISTCHURCH/HANMER SPRINGS
0800 Breakfast at Adams House. Your packed lunches will be
available to collect after breakfast. Then check out.
0930 Depart Christchurch by coach for Hanmer Springs.Travelling
north from Christchurch through the vineyard region of Waipara,
travel time is approx. 1.5 hours.
Arrive into the small alpine village of Hanmer Springs late
morning where accommodation has been confirmed for 1 night. Note
you may not be able to check in until later in the day
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Accommodation: Kakapo Lodge 14 Amuri Avenue Hanmer Springs Tel:
03 315 7472
Located in the small alpine village of Hanmer Springs, Kakapo
Lodge is a two story purpose-built backpackers lodge just two
minutes walk from the thermal reserve and the village centre. The
large log fire and underfloor heating will keep you warm during
your stay. The staff at Kakapo Lodge will provide directions to the
attractions and restaurant.
The rest of today is at your leisure to explore the village,
including a visit to the world famous thermal pools. HANMER SPRINGS
THERMAL RESERVE
Set in a breathtaking natural landscape, surrounded by forests
and mountains, the award-winning Thermal Pools offers visitors a
wide range of experiences, from soothing indulgence to exciting
family fun. The Thermal Pools & Spa has nine open-air thermal
pools, three sulphur pools and four private thermal pools, as well
as a sauna/steam room. A fresh-water, heated pool and a popular
family activity area, complete with water slides and water toys and
picnic area, ensure the Thermal Pools & Spa offer something for
everyone. Group leader to present voucher which includes admission
and water slides
1830 Dinner this evening at Hot Springs Hotel, a short walk from
your accommodation
TUESDAY 07 JULY HANMER SPRINGS/KAIKOURA
0800 Breakfast at Hot Springs Hotel where your packed lunches
will also be provided
Return to Kakapo Lodge and check out.
0930 Depart Hanmer Springs for Thrillseekers base at the Waiau
Gorge
1000 THRILLSEEKERS QUAD BIKING Plow through streams, mud, forest
and rocks - drive over just about every terrain Canterbury has to
offer. Follow the guide on an exciting adventure ride through the
scenic backyard of Hanmer Springs. Experienced guides will lead you
on a fun and safe trip suitable for all ages. Even if youve never
ridden before, Thrillseekers quad bikes are easy to get the hang of
and youll be away
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in no time. Small, large and two-seater bikes are available in
both auto and manual. The specially-designed track through the
landscape will ensure non- stop thrills and enjoyment. Group leader
to present voucher Note half the group will quad bike at 10:00am,
the rest of the group will quad bike at 12 midday
1415 Depart Thrillseekers and take the Inland Road to Kaikoura
for your overnight Marae experience. Kaikoura is a base for
wildlife experiences of all kinds its also a great place to eat
crayfish (in the Maori language 'kai' means food, 'koura' means
crayfish). Kaikoura's environment is truly spectacular the village
is caught between the rugged Seaward Kaikoura Range and the Pacific
Ocean. In winter the mountains are covered with snow, adding to the
drama of the landscape. Kaikouras special talent is marine mammal
encounters whales, fur seals and dolphins live permanently in the
coastal waters. A visit to the Waterfall Creek seal colony will be
included during your stay
TAKAHANGA MARAE The Marae is the standing place for the Ngti
Kuri tribe. The Marae, buildings and grounds are sacred and has
Mana that has to be respected by everybody who enters the Marae
grounds - it is wahii tapu. The house that stands today is on the
exact site of the original house, which stood some 200 years ago.
The original Marae was built some 450 years ago by Kti Mamoe. The
current Marae was built in the mid-1980's and the Wharenui (meeting
house) officially opened in January 1992. Beautifully carved it was
built in honour of our tupuna Maru Kaitatea, son of the Chief
Purahonui who led Ngti Kuri south in a migration from the
Wairarapa. Purahonui was killed during the migration and Maru
Kaitatea took his father's place as Chief and eventually settled in
this area claiming mana whenua after being challenged to eat from a
sacred poha (kelp bag) which contained the first fruits of the
season. These fruits were tapu and were meant for high ranking
chiefs only. Whoever ate from the poha and survived could claim
manawhenua. Maru Kaitatea was the Chief who ate from the poha thus
claiming the area of Kaikura.). Kaikura's exact name is Te Ahi kai
koura a Tama ki te Rangi the place where Tama ki te Rangi cooked
crayfish.
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Dinner at the marae this evening
WEDNESDAY 08 JULY KAIKOURA/CHRISTCHURCH
Breakfast at the marae. Packed lunches will be provided Then
check out.
This morning join Kaikoura Kayaks for a unique kayaking
experience
0850 KAIKOURA KAYAKS - HALF DAY SEAL KAYAKING Watch NZ Fur
Seals, dive and manoeuvre around and under your kayak. Paddle with
them as they swim around the Kaikoura Peninsula hunting for
octopus. Keep your distance as they devour their dinner in front of
you, then duck for cover as hundreds of Pelagic (ocean going) birds
swoop in to clean up the left-overs. Continue your journey around
the Kaikoura coastline for chance encounters with Dusky Dolphins
and Blue Penguins. Voted "TOP CHOICE" Lonely Planet 2014 and
Rankers Category award winner for Sea Kayaking 4th year running,
kayaking with Kaikoura Kayaks and its marine life will leave a life
time impression with you!
Group leader to present voucher
Time for a lunch break, packed lunches will be provided, prior
to match preparation for your final tour match
1330 MATCH 3 VS KAIKOURA SELECTION
The match will be followed by an after match function,
supporters and family are invited to attend
1545 Depart Kaikoura to return to Adams House Hostel for your
final tour night 1830 Dinner at the hostel
THURSDAY 09 JULY CHRISTCHURCH/SYDNEY
0400 Early transfer to Christchurch International Airport to
check in for your homebound flight
0645 Depart Christchurch on Qantas flight QF138
Your Tour Arrangements Terminate We wish you a safe journey
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