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Itinerary Specially Prepared for THE ARMIDALE SCHOOL

Soak it Up 100% Pure New Zealand Rugby Tour 2015

WELCOME It is my pleasure, as Managing Director of Total Rugby, to welcome The Armidale School once again to New Zealand. It is our genuine desire to help develop your players in their quest to play the game to their best of their ability. We know from past experiences that these young men will also learn a lot more about life in general and the value of working together.

INTRODUCTORY NOTES

Weather: July is winter weather, which means it can be very cold. Temperatures range from minus degrees in the mornings to 14 degrees during the day (on a good day!)

Grounds: Grounds may be very wet. At times they are closed because of flooding. If grounds are closed all effort will be made to find alternative venues. On the rare occasion this is not possible the game may have to be cancelled. You should ensure that all players have long studs in their boots. 18mm is recommended. Backs may prefer shorter studs but blades, will, in most cases, be ineffective.

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. Some clubs will perform a haka but it is less common than with school teams. It pays to ask before the game starts whether there will be a haka. Some teams may perform their haka at the end of the game.

Mouthguards: Mouthgurards 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 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.

First Aid: It is not compulsory to have a first aid officer at every game. 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. If medical treatment is required because of an accident, the Accident Compensation Commission pays for initial treatment although a surcharge is required to be paid by the patient. 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. Please make an early request for other specific equipment if required as it is possible to source a range of gear.

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.

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 to be collected each day as you leave breakfast, dinners are two course (main course and dessert). Please note dinner and breakfast are not

included on the night the players are billeted, a packed lunch will be available on arrival at Adams House.

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.

Laundry: Self-service coin operated laundry facilities are available at your Queenstown Hotel. Villas at Terrace Downs are equipped with washing machines and dryers for self use. A full laundry service is provided at Adams House.

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.

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. There are other people who are also available to assist in most centres you will visit. They will either be the local Total Rugby Coordinator or someone appointed by Total Rugby.

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.

Gear: We recommend everyone brings two towels with them. Towels are not provided at Adams House Swim wear and towel will be required at Tekapo Springs Hot Pools. 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 woollen hat/beanie and waterproof gloves. Jeans are not recommended.

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.

TUESDAY 30 JUNE SYDNEY/QUEENSTOWN

1235 Arrive Queenstown on board NZ832

On completion of customs and immigration formalities you will be met and welcomed by Total Rugby staff who will assist with your transfer to your hotel. Your Pacific Tourways driver for todays transfers is John Halliwell (mobile +64 272622032)

Check in to Goldridge Resort where accommodation has been confirmed for 3 nights.

Accommodation: Goldridge Resort 594 Frankton Road Queenstown Phone: 03 442 6500

1445 Depart hotel by coach for the Queenstown Event Centre 1500 Light training run at the Queenstown Event Centre. Field 1B has been booked

for your use for 90 minutes.

1630 Return to your hotel by coach.

1900 Dinner at your accommodation

WEDNESDAY 01 JULY QUEENSTOWN/WANAKA/QUEENSTOWN

0800 Breakfast at your hotel. Please collect your packed lunches as you leave breakfast.

0930 Depart your hotel by coach. Your Pacific Tourways driver today is Norm Dolamore. He will be your driver up to Terrace Downs (mobile +64 272017003).

You will need to take your rugby kit with you as you will not be returning prior to todays match. It is important that you arrive at the Shotover River base on time or else your booking may be cancelled.

0945 SHOTOVER JET Take a unique breathtaking ride through the dramatic and narrow Canyons,

and hold on tight for Queenstownss 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.

Note check in time for 15 of your group is 9:45am - on the water at 10:15am. Check in time for 14 of your group is 10:00am, group on water at 10:30am

Group Leader to present voucher

Depart the Shotover Jet river base by coach for Mt Aspiring College, Wanaka, approximately one hours drive from Queenstown.

Free time/match preparation in Wanaka

1430 TAS Vs Mt Aspiring College

Mt Aspiring College has a proud rugby tradition. In recent times the structure of the competition has changed and numbers have fallen as players move to some of the bigger centres to further their rugby career. This team will mostly consist of U15 players.

The match will be followed by an aftermatch function, supporters and family are invited to attend.

1730 Depart Wanaka to return to your Queenstown accommodation

1930 Dinner at Goldridge Resort

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 ski day package is a 1.5 hour lesson, hire of ski/ snowboard and boots and a lift pass (includes helmets for students). Please note ski pants and jackets can also be hired (payable direct). Lesson is booked for 9:00am

Return to your accommodation by coach at the end of your ski day, please arrange your departure time directly with your driver

1830 Dinner at Goldridge Resort

FRIDAY 03 JULY QUEENSTOWN/TERRACE DOWNS

0800 Breakfast at your hotel

0930 Check out of Goldridge Resort. Depart by coach for Skylines Queenstown gondola and its time to head up the mountain

1000 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 Bobs Peak. Numerous observation decks around the complex offer breathtaking views of Coronet Peak & The Remarkables, over Queenstown and across Lake Wakatipu to Cecil & 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 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 at the Skyline Restaurant. Your lunch booking is for 12midday

Group Leader to present voucher

1300 Depart Queenstown heading north, your journey will take 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. Time to enjoy a short visit (one hour) at the hot pools at Tekapo Springs. Swim wear and towels will be required.

Group Leader to present voucher

Continue on to Terrace Downs Resort where accommodation has been confirmed for 2 nights.

Accommodation: Terrace Downs Resort Coleridge Road, Windwhistle Canterbury Phone: (03) 318 6943

Your accommodation will be in 5 star two and three

bedroom chalets.

Winner of the 2010 World Travel Awards as New Zealand's leading golf resort, Terrace Downs offers in-house and casual visitors a unique one-stop New Zealand getaway destination located just twenty minutes from the Mt Hutt access road and within an easy hour's scenic drive of Christchurch International Airport. Perched on the edge of the spectacular Rakaia River, the Resort boasts stunning views up to Mt Hutt and is within close proximity to various ski fields.

2000 Dinner this evening at Terrace Downs Resort

SATURDAY 04 JULY TERRACE DOWNS

0800 Breakfast at your hotel your packed lunches will be available to collect at breakfast.

Today you will be joined by elite Canterbury level coaches who will conduct your Total Rugby Training Experiences. There will be a two hour session in the morning and a second two hour session in the afternoon. Terrace Downs Resort boasts its own rugby field and has been used previously as a training base by the All Blacks. The snow covered mountain backdrop and fresh country air will make for a unique training situation. Further details will be provided as this itinerary is updated.

Session 1: 9:30 am to 11:30am

Session 2: 1:00 pm to 3:00pm

Dave Hewett: Former All Black and Crusaders prop Dave Hewett has been the Crusaders assistant forwards since since 2010. A former player development manager with Canterbury and Crusaders rugby, Hewett is also currently working as the manager of the Canterbury team for the 2015 ITM Cup. Hewett played 22 Tests for the All Blacks, 71 games for the Crusaders, 55 games for Canterbury and eight games for South Canterbury. He played in Edinburgh, Scotland, for two seasons in 2005/6 and 2007 before returning to the player development role with Canterbury and the Crusaders. In 2014 Dave was appointed Head Coach to the New Zealand Secondary Schools team.

Joe Maddock: Joe has recently been appointed assistant coach for the Canterbury ITM Cup team in 2015. Joe 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.

The rest of today is free to enjoy the comforts of your resort.

1830 Dinner this evening at Terrace Downs

SUNDAY 05 JULY TERRACE DOWNS/CHRISTCHURCH

0800 Breakfast at your hotel your packed lunches will be available to collect at breakfast.

1000 Check out of Terrace Downs and depart by coach for Christchurch. Your coach driver for the remainder of your tour is Geoff Rowe (mobile +64 210368574)

Your second tour match will be played this afternoon

1430 MATCH 2: The Armidale School 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

The matches will be followed by an after match function. Supporters and families are invited to attend.

1630 Players will meet their billets and depart with them for their overnight stay

Staff to make own way to Christchurch City Park Motel where accommodation in a 2 bedroom apartment (on a room only basis) is confirmed for this evening

MONDAY 06 JULY CHRISTCHURCH

1100 Players to be dropped at Adams House by their billets this morning where morning where they will meet staff and check in for their final 3 tour nights. A packed lunch will be ready for you on arrival at Adams House.

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

1230 Depart by coach and head to Spencerville, north of Christchurch, for some team building fun in the trees!!

1300 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. Group leader to present voucher

1600 Depart Adrenalin Forest by coach to return to Adams House

1830 Dinner at Adams House

TUESDAY 07 JULY CHRISTCHURCH

0730 This morning you will be joined for breakfast by celebrity New Zealand rugby players. 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

Dominic BirdDominic, the tallest member of the Crusaders squad, returned for his third season in the Crusaders 2015 line-up. The towering lock grew up in the farming community of Waipukurau in the Hawkes Bay, but he moved to Christchurch at the end of 2009 to further his rugby career. He also began studying at Lincoln University where he is working towards an Environmental Management and Planning degree. He made his debut for Canterbury in 2011 and although he received just one cap that year, by 2012 he was attracting attention for his lineout skills and tough presence on the field. He appeared in every match for Canterbury that year and shone as one of the best lineout technicians in the competition. He made his Crusaders debut in 2013 when he stood in for Luke Romano. He was hugely impressive and earned man of the match in his first game. Injury robbed much of last year's campaign from him, but the limited game time he had was enough to convince the All Blacks selectors to include him in the 2013 end of year tour. Dominic was also a member of the 2011 New Zealand Under 20 team that competed in the IRB Junior World Championship in Italy.

Robbie Fruean The Crusaders welcomed Robbie back to the fold this year after a stint with the Chiefs in 2014. He is a dynamic and inspirational player who has brought speed and power to the Crusaders midfield since he originally joined the squad in 2010. In 2007 he represented NZ in the Under-19 Rugby World Championship, was named the IRB World Under-19 Player of the Year, and made his provincial debut for Wellington. However his rugby career then had to be put temporarily on hold while he underwent open-heart surgery to repair a potentially life-threatening inflammation of the heart known as pancarditis. It didnt hold him back for long though and in his debut season with Canterbury in the 2010 ITM Cup he was the joint leading try scorer and ITM Cup Player of the Year. However in 2013 his heart issues resurfaced and his season was cut short so that he could receive a further valve replacement. He returned to play for the Chiefs in 2014 but abnormal heart rhythms again saw him sidelined for much of the season. He recovered to play an impressive campaign for Hawkes Bay in the 2014 ITM Cup. His 2015 season was cut short when he fractured his right forearm playing against the Chiefs. He returned very late in the season but has recently ruptured his ACL and will require surgery.

0930 Your final Total Rugby Training Session with elite local coaches will be held this morning at nearby grounds.

Scott Hansen Scott has been the Assistant backs coach for Canterbury ITM Cup team for the past two seasons. He is a former Canterbury and Crusader halfback and has played for various New Zealand junior sides. He is currently the Head Coach at Linwood Rugby Club but will be leaving New Zealand next year to coach the Leicester Tigers.

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)

A free afternoon today, a walk to the nearby Westfield Shopping Mall is suggested

1800 Dinner at Adams House

WEDNESDAY 08 JULY CHRISTCHURCH

0800 Breakfast at Adams House. Please collect your packed lunches as you leave breakfast.

0900 Depart by coach for a Christchurch city tour. You will see a city in recovery following the earthquakes that rocked Canterbury during 2011 and 2012.Most of the demolition of damaged buildings is now completed and the rebuild is underway. The cost of the rebuild is currently estimated at more than $40 billion!! Who can count the most road cones!!!

1100 Return briefly to Adams House

1130 Depart for St Thomass College, venue for you final tour match this afternoon.

1300 MATCH 3 Vs St Thomass College St Thomas College is a State Integrated Catholic School for boys with over 600 students from Year 7-13. Their 1st XV play in the University Cup and they have a strong Island influence in the school. 1530 Return to Adams House at the conclusion of the aftermath function

1900 Coach departs for Lone Star Restaurant Riccarton for your farewell tour dinner

1930 Dinner at Lone Star Restaurant, Riccarton

LONE STAR RICCARTON Lone Star is an iconic New Zealand restaurant chain with a cowboy theme, its

famous for providing quality with quantity using only the best & freshest local produce. Its not only the size of the meals that are memorable - the service too, is legendary! (set menu)

2130 Coach transfer to Adams House after dinner

THURSDAY 9 JULY CHRISTCHURCH/SYDNEY

0800 Breakfast at your hotel your packed lunches will be available to collect at breakfast.

1000 Check out of Adams House and depart by coach for the International Antarctic Centre, enroute to the airport. Your luggage will remain on the coach.

1030 INTERNATIONAL ANTARCTIC CENTRE & PENGUIN ENCOUNTER Located at 38 Orchard Road, and established in 1992, the Antarctic Attraction is situated in the heart of a working Antarctic campus at Christchurch International Airport. It is from here that many Antarctic missions are organised. 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 is an education session, hagglund ride and admission to 4D movie experience. Group leader to present voucher

1300 Depart the Antarctic Centre for Christchurch International Airport to check in for your homebound flight

1620 Depart Christchurch on board NZ883

Your Tour Arrangements Terminate We wish you a safe journey home