Join us for an evening to remember and celebrate David Rhodes, a dedicated life member and cornerstone of the Sydenham Rugby Club. When we lost David in 2022, COVID-19 restrictions prevented us from giving him the farewell he deserved. Now, we're coming together to raise funds for the club he loved so much. The event will feature stories from those who knew David best, both on and off the field. We welcome everyone to come and support the Sydenham Rugby Club in David's name.

David served as Vice President and then President of the New Zealand Rugby Union from 2013-2017; served on the Canterbury Rugby Union Board for 12 years, including six as Chairman; and sat on the Board of the Crusaders for seven years.

Ticket price includes meal* is $120 per person (including GST) plus a booking fee. The bar will be open.

MC: Bryan Ashby
Introduction: Hamish Riach
Guest speakers: Marty Banks, Corey Flynn, Dave Hewett and Nasi Manu.

Some of the auction items include:

Family photoshoot package worth $650
Studio Pilates 10 class pass worth $270
Luxury Tekapo retreat worth over $6000
Bay of Islands travel package including use of a Mustang for travel from Auckland return worth $2,500 x 2
Clearwater Golf session with AB Codie Taylor worth $1200 ($200 food and drink voucher included
Washington Taakaro (Maitai Valley, Nelson) 8 golf passes plus $800 towards accommodation

*Note: if you require a vegetarian main option please contact Anita in the office.

Sydenham Rugby Gala Dinner

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