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Itinerary Specially Prepared for

BRIGHTON GRAMMAR SCHOOL

‘Soak it Up’ 100% Pure New Zealand Rugby Tour April 2018

WELCOME
Welcome to Brighton Grammar School. This is your first tour with us and we are
delighted to be your hosts. A rugby tour to New Zealand should be a world class
experience as there are few other countries in the rugby playing world that have
embraced the game to the degree that Kiwis have. I am sure you wont be
disappointed. Welcome, Haere Mai, and enjoy your stay.

INTRODUCTORY NOTES
Weather: April is autumn weather, which means it can be very changeable.
Temperatures can fluctuate wildly, from high 20’s / low 30’s to almost single
figures. However, the average should be about 16 degrees Celsius.

Grounds: Grounds will be in good condition without the winter rains. If weather is
warm they could be very hard. Multi-studded boots should be adequate for backs
(no guarantee), but are unlikely to provide adequate traction for tight forwards.
Medium length studs recommended

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 lineout 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 host’s 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, player’s 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.

Christchurch Medical Centre: Pegasus Health 24 Hour Surgery is located at

401 Madras Street, Phone 03 365 7777

Equipment: Total Rugby has a number of training balls available. 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 all your accommodation
provider. We do recommend that everyone brings at least one towel with them.

Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner are included daily throughout your itinerary.
Breakfasts 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 buffet style.
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 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 day’s
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
and 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.

Emergency and Risk Management: Total Rugby have an Emergency Management

Plan that you will have a copy of. Staff will take you through this and ask for a sign
off. A New Zealand cell phone will be supplied as part of our risk management.
TUESDAY 03 APRIL
MELBOURNE/CHRISTCHURCH

1405 Arrive into Christchurch on flight JQ171. On clearing customs and

immigration formalities you will be met and welcomed by Total Rugby staff
who will assist with your coach transfer to your accommodation

Christchurch is a garden city on the east

coast of New Zealand’s South Island, set on
the Canterbury Plains. Flat-bottomed punts
glide on the Avon River, which runs through
the city centre. On its banks are cycling
paths, the green expanse of Hagley Park
and the Christchurch Botanic Gardens.

Check in to the Garden Hotel where accommodation is confirmed for 8

nights.

Accommodation: The Garden Hotel

110 Marshland Road
Shirley, Christchurch
Phone: 03 385 3132

A light training run is arranged at Burwood Park.

Please get your training gear and re-board the bus to
take you to training. You will need to walk back - about 20 minutes.

1900 Dinner at your hotel

WEDNESDAY 04 APRIL
CHRISTCHURCH

0800 Breakfast at the hotel. Packed lunches will be available to collect at

breakfast time.

0845 Coach departs for Burwood Park. A training session with your own coaching
staff is scheduled for this morning.

1100 Coach departs for hotel

1330 This afternoon depart by coach for Spencerville, just north

of Christchurch where its time for some team building fun
in the trees at Adrenalin Forest.

1400 ADRENALIN FOREST

Adrenalin Forest is a multi-level aerial obstacle
course!! It includes 6 pathways from 1.5 to 20
meters high, 100 challenges and is more than
 2km long.
Please present voucher on arrival

1700 Return to the hotel by coach late afternoon

1830 Dinner at the hotel

THURSDAY 05 APRIL
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 when he
came on as a substitute against the Force and made his
first start in the victory over the Bulls where he made a
big impact against the big South Africans. 



He made his 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. Since then he has represented New
Zealand 95 times and won two Rugby World Cup titles.



His brother Ben was also an All Black earning 47 caps.
Owen is currently recovering from a serious archives injury and hopes to
back playing for the Crusaders around April / May, and is expected to be
available for the All Blacks in 2018. 


The Franks Brothers Gym is a well known business here in Christchurch that
specialises in crossfit training.
Canterbury caps: 18

Crusader caps: 123

Test caps: 95

Richie Mo’unga

Richie was born and raised in Tonga. His family
moved to Christchurch and he completed his
schooling at Saint Andrews College. His club career
was with Linwood Rugby Club. In his first year out of
high school he was called up to cover for All Black
absences in the 2013 ITM Cup Canterbury team. He
became a full squad member in 2014 playing at 10
 and 15. He made another 10 appearances in 2015 when Canterbury won the
title and was firmly entrenched at No 10 when Canterbury won their 8th title
in 9 years. In 2017 Richie finished as the competitions leading points scorer,
amassing 160 points in just 10 games. In the grand final against Tasman he
broke the record for most points scored in a final when he scored 25 points.
In 2016 he was part of the full Crusader squad and made his debut against
the Chiefs. In 2017 he started in all 13 games and scored 10 points in the
final against the Lions in Johannesburg where they won 25-17 to take their
8th Super Rugby title.
Richie has been a member of the NZ Under 20 side, played for the Barbarians
against the All Blacks and last year played for the All Blacks against a French
XV.
Canterbury caps: 49

Crusader caps: 31

All Blacks: 1

0930 After breakfast depart by coach fro the International Antarctic Centre. Its
time to get cold!

INTERNATIONAL ANTARCTIC CENTRE

Established in 1992, the Antarctic Attraction is located in the heart of a
working Antarctic campus at Christchurch International Airport. It is from
here that many Antarctic missions are organized. With this in mind, the
Antarctic Attraction is designed to bring a powerful and memorable
experience of Antarctica to visitors in a fun, exciting and informative way.
Included in your admission is a ride on the Hagglund all terrain vehicle. Sit
back, hold on and experience travelling across rough terrain in this
unique and exciting machine This ride is the only one of its type in the
world!! Watch the Little Blue Penguins be hand fed and experience the 4D
Movie.
Please present voucher on arrival

1230 Return to your hotel for match preparation

1430 Depart by coach to Burnside Park.

 Brighton Grammar Vs Burnside High School
Burnside High School is the largest secondary
school in Canterbury. It is a Co-ed school and
has a strong emphasis on music and performing
arts. However, it has been a Press Cup team
since the competition began. This year for the first time they are not playing
in the premier competition, focusing instead on building up their junior teams
and developing more depth. Their first XV will be a mixture of 16-18 year
olds with some overseas players from their international academy. There U16
players have come through as a team from the U15 section last year. They
played in Section 3 of the local competition.

1600 MATCH 1 for both teams at Burnside Park - home of the Burnside
Rugby Club
The match will be followed by an aftermatch function. Supporters and
families are invited to attend.

Medical Plan
• There is a dedicated first aid room next to the main club building
• A defibrillator is available in the foyer of the main club building
• A stretcher is available from the 1st aid room
• Emergency transport is by ambulance

1815 Depart by coach to return to your hotel

1900 Dinner at the Garden Hotel

FRIDAY 06 APRIL
CHRISTCHURCH

0800 Breakfast at the hostel. Packed lunches will be available to collect at

breakfast time.

0845 Depart by coach for Burwood Park

0900 Your first 2 hour Total Rugby Training Experience to be

conducted by elite level local coaches will be held this morning

Joe Maddock: Joe was appointed assistant coach

for the Canterbury ITM Cup team in 2015, which
the team won the national title. They went on to
also take the title in 2016 and again in 2017. this
was Canterbury’s 8th win in 9 years. Joe has been
appointed head coach for the 2018 season. He has
a huge amount of playing experience as a winger/
fullback. He has represented Canterbury,
Crusaders, Bath, Saracens and Benetton Rugby
Treviso. Joe has also represented Canterbury in
 Basketball.

Nathan Mauger: Nathan has a vast background as a

coach and player. He had 5 years with the Crusaders
over 2099-2004, has played in Italy, France, Japan and
England and represented NZ as a U19, U21 player and
was part of the All Blacks tour to Scotland and Ireland
in 2001.
Recently his coaching credentials include Japan national
team, assistant coach 2016, Sunwolves assistant coach
2016, Crusader Knights head coach 2017, back attack
coach 2018 and Canterbury Mitre 10 Cup assistant coach
2017/18.

1100 Coach departs Burwood Park to return to hotel

1300 Depart by coach to Action Karts for some high octane fun on the race
track.

ACTION KARTS RACEWAY

Action Kart Raceway is New Zealand’s only clay
kart track. Its awesome fun and something totally
different.
Please present voucher on arrival

Return to the hotel by coach

1545 Late afternoon the Ko Tane City coach (Red Bus) departs Garden Hotel for
this evenings cultural experience and hangi dinner. As parts of this
experience is outdoors please dress warmly.

KO TANE
Welcome to Ko Tane Living Maori Village at Willowbank
Wildlife Reserve , Christchurch, where Maori culture and
conservation meet to give a unique glimpse into the
way of life of the South Island Ngai Tahu Maori people
before the arrival of the Europeans. Experience the
thrill of the wero, the traditional challenge to visitors,
as you are brought into the sacred precinct of Tane,
Maori God of the Forests. Hear the haunting traditional
call, the Karanga, performed by a wahine (woman) as
the powhiri (ritual of arrival) begins, allowing you to
enter our hidden enclave. Listen to a tane
(male) explain the customs of the Ngai Tahu tribe as
you visit the Living Village and witness an ancient way
of life where Maori struggled to survive in the harsh
conditions of the most southerly of the Polynesian
Pacific Islands. Learn about the coming of the
Pakeha (fair-skinned ones), the changes Maori were
 forced to make from their traditional way of life and how the culture has
grown and adapted as a result. Join in the laughter as you take part in a
performance of the haka (men) or the poi dance (women), and be
entertained by the songs and games performed by the kapa haka (Maori
cultural
performance) group. Take a guided New Zealand nature tour and get close
to kiwi, kea and other native species housed in sensitively purpose-built
environments. Enjoy a traditional hangi dinner included in the evening’s
activities.
Please present voucher on arrival

The coach will return to your accommodation at the conclusion of the evening

SATURDAY 07 APRIL
CHRISTCHURCH

0700 Breakfast at the hotel. Packed lunches will be available to collect at

breakfast time.

0830 Depart by coach this morning for the small thermal township ofHanmer
Springs. Travelling north from Christchurch through the wineries region of
Waipara, travel time approx. 1.5 hours.

Time to enjoy to the world famous thermal reserve hot pools and water
slides and to explore the village

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.
Please present voucher on arrival for pool admission & hydroslides

1500 Depart Hanmer Springs to return to Christchurch

1830 Dinner at the hotel

SUNDAY 08 APRIL
CHRISTCHURCH

0800 Breakfast at your accommodation. Packed lunches will be available to collect

at breakfast time.

Free time this morning. A walk to The Palms shopping mall is suggested.

1115 Coach departs for Lincoln township

Lincoln is a small settlement about 20 minutes out of

Christchurch. It is home to Lincoln University which is the
premier agricultural university in NZ. It is part of the
Ellesmere sub-union but some teams also play in the
Christchurch competition. It is regarded as country rugby.
The teams will be a mixture of ages and ability.

1300 B game
1430 A game

Medical Plan
• First aid is available from the Club House
• A stretcher is available from the Club House
• All rugby coaches are Rugby Smart accredited
• Emergency transport is by ambulance

The match will be followed by an after match function. Supporters

and families are invited to attend.

1700 Coach departs Lincoln for your accommodation

1900 Dinner at the hotel

MONDAY 9 APRIL
CHRISTCHURCH

0730 Breakfast at the hotel. Packed lunches will be available to collect at

breakfast time.

0845 Coach departs for Burwood Park.

0900 Your second 2 hour Total Rugby Training Experience

to be conducted by elite level local coaches will be held
this morning.
 Joe Maddock

Mark Brown
Recent coaching experience:
2014 Head Coach Canterbury U19
2015, 16 Head Coach Canterbury U19
2017 Assistant forwards coach Canterbury Mitre 10
Selector NZ U20
2018 Head Coach Crusader Knights

1100 Depart Burwood Park for accommodation

1200 Depart for Sumner Beach for lunch and Ferrymead Paintball. Enjoy a short
trip out to the coastal suburb of Sumner / Scarborough. With luck the sun
will be shining and you can enjoy some beach time.

1430 FERRYMEAD PAINTBALL

The newest paintball centre in
Christchurch, Ferrymead Paintball offers 4
different scenarios to play: Black Hawk
Down, Capture the Town, Prison Break or
Saving Private Ryan. 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.
Please present voucher on arrival

1700 Depart Ferrymead Paintball to return to the Garden Hotel late afternoon

1830 Dinner at the hotel.

TUESDAY 10 APRIL
CHRISTCHURCH

0730 Breakfast at your accommodation. Packed lunches will be available to collect

at breakfast time.

0930 Depart by coach for Rugby Park, home of the Crusaders.

1000 CRUSADER EXPERIENCE

Spend some time at the Crusaders HQ where some the
world’s best players work and train. Depending on the
training schedule there could be an opportunity to watch
them train. You will hear from Crusader staff about what it
takes to be the most successful Super Rugby
franchise in the competition and see some of the
equipment used to turn out players of this calibre.
1130 Return to the hotel for match preparation

1430 Depart by coach for 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 2015 RWC winning
team there were 5 CBHS old boys. Current All Black Old Boys
include: Brodie Retallic, Luke Romano, Owen Franks, Anton
Lienert-Brown

1600 2 games


Medical Plan
• First aid is available from the Sports Coordinators office and the PE office
(downstairs)
• A defibrillators available from the main school building by the senior master’s office
• A stretcher is available from the downstairs staff toilet
• All PE staff and Rugby Coordinator are First aid qualified
• All rugby coaches are Rugby Smart accredited
• Emergency transport is by ambulance

The match will be followed by an after match function. Supporters

and families are invited to attend.

1815 Depart by coach to return to your hotel

1930 Dinner at the hotel

WEDNESDAY 11 APRIL
CHRISTCHURCH/MELBOURNE

0800 Breakfast at your accommodation. Packed lunches will be available to collect

at breakfast time.

1000 Check out time at The Garden Hotel. Your luggage will be stored.

Walk to The Palms shopping mall today to take in a movie at Readings

Cinema complex. Movie options will be provided to you once confirmed

Return to the hotel after the movie.

Dinner is own arrangements. You may wish to purchase dinner at the

foodcourt at The Palms after your movie
1730 Depart The Garden Hotel by coach for Christchurch International Airport

2105 Depart Christchurch on flight JQ174

Your Tour Arrangements Terminate

We wish you a safe journey home