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WELLINGTON FOOTBALL CLUB INC

New Zealand’s Oldest Playing Through Rugby Club


Founded 1970


2014 Season

145th

Annual Report &

Statement of Accounts

Patron – Ian E McCarrison

President – Ross J Graham


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PAST PATRONS

GH Weir 1970-1971 GFW Jackson 1972-1974 JL Cragg – 1974-2005

PAST PRESIDENTS

Sir Wm Fitzherbert KCMG 1878-1880

Colonel E Pearce 1881-1883

WH Levin 1884-1893

NW Werry 1894-1897

AT Bate 1898-1904

J Eman Smith 1905-1909

T S Ronaldson OBE 1910-1922

G C Fache OBE 1923-1929

J Murray OBE 1930-1933

Dr PF McEvedy 1934

J Murray 1935

John Thompson 1936-1940

JH Fowler 1941-1944

AD Bayfield 1945-1947

FW Jackson 1948-1949

GH Weir 1950-1956

FD Kilby 1957-1959

FW Hislop 1960-1961

E Compton 1962-1963

Brig JR Page CBE DSO 1964-1966

JL Cragg 1967-1970

AA McLennan 1971-1973

JM Taylor 1974-1978

HH Trapp 1980-1982

AA Dean 1983-1984

JEB Evans 1985-1986

IE McCarrison 1987-1988

M Blackburn 1989-1991

HJ Wills 1992-1993

WA Brien MNZM ED JP 1993-1996

S E Stein 1997-1999

A Muir 2000-2001

DR Froggatt 2002-2003

RG Gallagher 2004-2007

LH Jones 2008-2010

VICE PRESIDENTS

Alabaster DB

Andrews BB

Attfield Sally

Blackburn M

Boyd DG

Bridge MI

Byford RJ

Conway J

Cowley RJ

Crist WF

Daniel Major FW MBE JP

Domett D

Duffey SL

Evans JEB

Evans RM QSM

Fai G

Froggatt DR

Fuller SE

Gallagher RG

Gard’ner BF

Graham RJ

Guild H

Horsley GJ

Hughes NW

Jack PA

Jones LH

Jones Mrs Sue

Judd J

Knight MO

Laney WA

Lines IE

Lord WA

Mackay WM

McCarrison IE

McKay PB

McKenzie LV

McLennan AA

McLeod IS

Menzies B

Millar PW

Muir A

Newson IA

Nichols B

Nichols R

Nodder BJ

Norgate DF

Oldershaw J

Ownes BW

Parkin RH

Raemaki T

Rush Erin

Russell Francis

Saunders RD

Sellers PHJ QSM

Siversen PA

Smith K

Stoddart A

Tait K M

Tilly WR

Tolov’a M

Turner MT

Watene FG

Williams GC

Wills HJ

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LIFE MEMBERS

Blackburn M 1976

Conway J 1997

Cowley RJ 1994

Evans JEB 2000

Froggatt DR 1999

Gallagher RG 2011

Guild H 1976

Hughes NW 2002

Jack P 2013

McCarrison IE 1980

Mexted MG 1988

Moon BG 1970

Moore B 2013

Muir A 1985

Nichols B 1993

Nichols R 2007

Oldershaw J 1980

Pierce MJ 1991

Raemaki T 2003

Stein SE 1999

Williams GC 1976

Wills HJ 1994

PAST LIFE MEMBERS

Abraham PAT 1970-80

Barron CS 1945-94

Bate AT 1922

Batkin EC 1914

Bayfield D 1932-60

Bell Sir Francis 1936

Bond F 1929-58

Bracken JH 1945-98

Brien WA MNZM ED JP 1978-2010

Burns ER 1945-89

Burton GH 1950-85

Carey R 1909-48

Cathie CH MC 1949-98

Chatwin FL 1936-59

Chote IC 1965-2012

Climo I J 1949-87

Cochrane SR 1945-71

Cooper MM CBE 1940-89

Cowie TSM 1931

Cragg JL 1948-05

Dalton RA 1978-97

Dean AA 1985-08

Fache GC OBE 1900-48

Firth JP CMG 1931

Francis WC MBE 1977-81

Galbraith N 1900-48

Gallagher B 1907-38

Gibbes AO 1896-16

Gifford MF 2013-13

Hempton JH 1896-14

Hislop FW 1945-96

Hislop HK 1948-05

Horsley H 1964-65

Horsley RH 1976-07

Hurne-Miller C 1964-92

Ivoiry RL 1929-83

Jackman GW B OBE JP 1950-06

Jackson GFW 1929-74

James WP 1909

Johnson LM 1932-83

Kenny HW QSM 1974-01

Kilby FD 1933-85

Knapp CA 1927

Kofoed JW 1953-80

Kreeft CW 1899-24

Kreeft EAO 1929

King AN 1962-84

Levin RL 1894-53

Levin WL 1894-15

Lindsay L 2008-10

Lloyd BJ 1954-77

Lynch RF 1939

Lindsay L 2008-11

McEvedy Dr PF 1930-35

McKellar GF 1935-60

McLachlan AP 1965-68

McLennan AC 1960-03

McLean HF 1987-97

McLean WGI 1950-99

Manson CH 1907-64

Meredith Sir Vincent 1903-85

Morrah HE 1939-43

Murray J OBE 1910-67

Oliver DJ 1988-90

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Opie MJD 1969-07

Page Brig J R CBE DSO 1967-86

Palliser CW 1935

Pollen H 1913

Roache JG 1932-47

Ronaldson TS OBE 1931

Smith AT 1949-80

Smith HD 1965-69

Smith JE 1916

Stevens DA CBE 1949-80

Stock JH 1914-32

Taylor JM 1948-79

Tennent CE 1935-77

Thompson John 1924-59

Thompson Johnson 1885

Thomson AD 1943

Thorburn SA 1969-98

Tossman B 1976-01

Tossman A 1953-07

Trapp HH 1940-90

Treadwell Dr WJ 1997-2012

Turner JAG 1962-86

Webb PP 1920

Weir GH 1929-71

Werry NW 1987

Wilson JS 1907-71

Whyborn WR 1945-82

DISTINGUISHED SERVICE CAPS The following club members have been awarded Distinguished Service Caps since the inception of the award in 1989.

1989 Tony Anker Malcolm Bridge Jack Cragg

1990 John Conway Nigel Hughes Ron Nichols

1991 Bill Brien Cyril Hurne Miller Fred Hislop Ian McCarrison

1992 Mick Kenny Barry Nichols Jack Oldershaw

1993 Mattie Blackburn Bernie Tossman

1994 Bill Laney Bill McLean

1995 Ron Howatson John Plunkett Stu Thorburn Jack Wills

1996 Hector Guild George Metuarau

1997 Doug Froggatt Alan Muir

1998 Len Lindsay Ivor Newson Barry Owens

1999 Kerry Plunkett Melody Robinson John Tutt Peter Wiley

2000 James Mulcahy Erin Rush Kevin Smith

2001 Derek Alabaster David Boyd Chris O’Connor

2002 Lloyd Jones

2003 Bruce Moore

2013 Murray Mexted

MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE 2014

Chairman Jason Judd

Treasurer Sally Attfield

Club Captain Scott Fuller

Junior Convenor Erin Rush

Committee Zane Bennett Scott Fuller

George Gallagher Greg Hughes

Peter Jack Walker Manaena

Francie Russell Andrew Wong

Nigel Hughes – Delegate to WRFU

Director of Rugby Murray Mexted

Club CCO Duncan Domett

Honorary Solicitor Hughes Robertson

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Minutes of the Wellington Football Club (Inc)

144th Annual General Meeting

Tuesday 12th November 2013 at 6.00pm

Present:

Jason Judd (Chairman), Roy Cowley, John Conway, Greg Hughes, John Garrick, Nigel Hughes, Zane

Bennett, Scott Fuller, Francie Russell, Jack Wills, Andrew Wong, Mattie Blackburn, Sally Attfield, Doug

Froggatt, Peter Jack, Phil Kendal, Walker Manaena, Roger Gardener, Malcolm Bridge, George Gallagher,

Barry Nichols, Warren Tilly, Tom Fuller, John DeGregorio, Graham Williams, Alistair Stoddart, , Barry

Owens, Duncan Domett, Bruce Moore.

Apologies:

Ross Graham (President), Ian McCarrison (Patron), Chris Ellis, Fred Daniel, Murray Mexted, Will Caccia-

Birch (WRFU), Murray Gifford, Denis O’Neill, Peter Healey, James Wakelin, Alan Muir, Digger Nichols.

Moments Silence of Past Members

Jason Judd requested moments silence to recognise past members, including Frank Crist, Peter Wiley,

Ivor Newson, Ian Chote, Bill Treadwell and Fr Peter Kay.

Minutes Of the 143rd AGM held 12th November 2012

Moved that the minutes of the 143rd AGM be adopted Nigel Hughes/Francie Russell.

Chairman’s Address

Jason précised the comments of both his and President Ross Grahams in the report.

Jason thanked all volunteers (particularly coaches and managers) and supporters of the club who have

contributed in any capacity. Particular thanks to committee of which he remains particularly proud of.

A significant year in the clubs history with the return to Premier Grade after some 12 years away from

it. Fantastic effort by all concerned with particular recognition to the coaches (Tracy Smith and Richard

Deck) and the playing support structures led by Murray Mexted.

Continue to see significant effort off the field to improve the clubs facilities (notice the recent

enhancements), ability to recruit players/coaches/managers/volunteers so that we hit the ground

running in 2014.

The culture and feeling within the club is strong and all the teams have performed with pride in their

club and represented us well. A particularly pleasing aspect of 2013 was the return of many old faces,

former Axemen and new associations to the sidelines and clubrooms. Long may it continue and we look

forward to it continuing next year.

In summary, we achieved our goals for 2013 and are well placed to deliver on our 2014 goals. Planning,

recruitment and preparation for 2014 is underway and we look forward to all teams performing with

pride, skill and courage in 2014.

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Financial Accounts

Treasurer Sally Attfield presented the accounts. Club remains in a sound position with the expenditure

within our control closely managed. Successful in grants and this has been used for training/playing

equipment and coaching in the main.

No queries arose from the floor. Moved that the 144th Financial Statement be adopted - Scott

Fuller/Sally Attfield

Election of Officers

Patron: Ian McCarrison

President: Ross Graham

Chairman: Jason Judd

Secretary: Delegated to incoming committee

Treasurer: Sally Attfield

Club Captain: Scott Fuller

Assistant Club Captain’s: Peter Jack and Walker Manaena

Junior Convener: Erin Rush

Committee Members: Greg Hughes, George Gallagher, Francie Russell, Scotty

Fuller, Zane Bennett, Andrew Wong, Nigel Hughes

Honorary Solicitor: Nigel Hughes – Hughes Robertson

WRFU Delegate: Nigel Hughes

Other honorary roles carried over

Moved that the election of officers be accepted - Jason Judd/George Gallagher

Subscriptions 2012/13

Will be left to the incoming committee. The Honorary membership fee for 2013 to remain at the $50 it

was for 2012 - Scotty Fuller/Francee Russell.

General Business

Vice Presidents

Nigel Hughes moved that Jason Judd, Scott Fuller, Francie Russell and Duncan Domett’s contribution to

the club be recognised by becoming Vice Presidents. Nigel spoke to each proposal with a brief outline of

their support of the club.

Seconded by John Conway and universally agreed by attendees.

Life Members

Nigel Hughes moved that Phil Kendal, Peter Jack, Bruce Moore and Murray (Block) Gifford’s outstanding

contributions over many years to the club be recognised by becoming Life Members. Nigel spoke to

each proposal in detail outlining their history with the club along with some of their key achievements.

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Seconded by John Conway and universally agreed by attendees.

Distinguished Service Cap

Nigel Hughes outlined the presentation that was made to existing Life Member Murray Mexted to

recognise his contribution over the past several years. This was done by presenting him with a

distinguished service cap, which was the very one presented to Bill Brien by the club in 1991 – Bills

partner Francie Russell donated the cap to the club for this very purpose.

Congratulations to all of those recognised and well deserved.

Nigel Hughes spoke to the proposed changes by WRFU to the competition structure. This has recently

been mooted by WRFU and is under review by clubs. At this stage a formal WFC position is yet to be

developed. If more info is required please contact Nigel.

The subject of providing ‘blazers’ for our players attaining a certain number of games was raised by

Bruce Moore. After some discussion it was agreed that the incoming committee will determine the

qualifying criteria and manner in which it will be recognised, including any provision of clothing or

apparel i.e. the Blazer or just a pocket. General agreement that the practise should be reinstated in one

form or another however.

Meeting closed 7.15pm

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PRESIDENT'S REPORT - Ross Graham

It is a privilege to present my fourth report as President of our great club. I am very conscious of our

history, traditions and unique place in the Wellington rugby community, as well as the high standards

upheld by former Presidents.

The past four years have seen a significant resurgence in our fortunes. 2014 was a year of

consolidation. We are now an established presence in Premier rugby and this, combined with the

efforts of our other teams and administrators, means we are very well positioned to take our place in a

restructured club system in 2015.

All teams played with skill, character and demonstrable pride in our club. To our hardworking and

talented coaches and managers - thank you for your commitment, your expertise, your passion and for

instilling an Axemen Culture throughout the club. The quality of coaching provided, under the direction

of Murray Mexted, is second to none. I am very impressed with the quality of young men wearing our

colours this year.

The Premiers found the return to top grade competition to be challenging. They played attractive

rugby, were invariably competitive and left no one in doubt that they deserved to be there. Vaea Fifita

and Dean Brunsdon both played for the Wellington Lions and five more were selected for the

Wellington Development Team trials. The sideline support was consistently good, culminating in a great

turnout at Kilbirnie Park for the Hardham Cup semi-final.

In March it looked as if our second team would be playing in the Senior Third division. In the event,

they were granted a place in Senior Second division and went within one point of winning the National

Mutual Cup. They kicked on to finish seventh in the Senior First division, a fantastic achievement for

this group. Our Colts were always highly competitive in the prestigious Division One grade and Sam

Dawson and Ryan Saunders were both selected for the Wellington Under 19 side. A highlight of the

year was the performance of our Under 85 kg side when they secured the Division Two championship

and the The Moody Cup in a thrilling final against MSP, in front of a group of very excited

supporters. As always the "Pressies" represented the club with pride and flair!

The participation side of any sports club needs to be supported by a capable and hard working

administration. This year we were again fortunate to have small and passionate management team,

under the very capable Chairmanship of Jason Judd. The club ended the year in a sound financial

position. The committee continues streamlining bar and kitchen services, upgrading the club rooms and

training facilities and ensuring an enjoyable social environment. Special mention should be made of the

great job done by Scott Fuller with his informative and entertaining weekly match reports, Sally Attfield

for keeping our finances in order and Nigel Hughes for representing our interests at the WRFU table.

Under the leadership of Erin Rush, the Junior Club continues to thrive, introducing youngsters to the joy

of rugby and the benefits of playing sport in a club and team environment. The Axemen culture is

instilled by their enthusiastic coaches and managers.

The WFC Foundation Trust organised the traditional Old Timers Day luncheon in May. It was the best

attended for some years. We were entertained by Keith Quinn and Murray Mexted. It was great to see

our Patron, Ian McCarrison in attendance. The Foundation Trust continues to catalogue and display the

Club's memorabilia and ensure the preservation of our heritage.

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Special thanks go to our funders. The donations and grants from sponsors, charitable trusts, goods and

services providers and individual supporters is vital to our survival and growth. We are very grateful for

all the assistance we receive.

Thank you to the WRFU, the Wellington Rugby Referees Association and the Wellington City Council for

the ongoing provision of grounds, facilities and services and ensuring we can continue to participate in

our wonderful game.

2014 has seen an increasing number of Axemen Old Timers return to the sidelines and the club

rooms. Graham Williams is one of those regularly in attendance. The wider rugby community and

media have been genuinely pleased at our return to Premier rugby.

Planning is well underway for the 2015 season, focusing on coaching, management, administration and

financial resources. Most key personnel will be returning, reinforced with new talent. The Axemen

Academy continues to drive player recruitment and retention, team composition, summer training and

off-season competitions, to ensure we are strongly placed for the challenges of a restructured club

environment. We need to maintain momentum and become a legitimate contender for Jubilee Cup

honours over coming seasons. We also need to build our strength in other grades, ensuring a strong

player base and pipeline are in place, By the time of our 150th anniversary celebrations in 2020 we will

undoubtedly be recognised as one of the great New Zealand rugby clubs.

Give 'em the Axe

CHAIRMANS REPORT – Jason Judd

2014 will be recalled as a watershed year for the Axemen highlighted by our first year playing back in

the Premier Grade after more than a decade toiling away in the lower grades. Whilst this feat itself is

significant it is the structures and strength that sit below this that we can all take great pride in.

Supporting the Premiers we have a strong Senior One side, a Colts team nurturing talent, a winning and

very social Under 85kg team and a Pressies team that keeps doing what they do. Aligned to this is a

coaching team unrivalled in Wellington, facilities that have seen great improvement and our financial

position has strengthened to the point that it doesn’t keep me awake at night very often now!

While we saw the Premiers return to the top echelon, our hopes of making it to the Jubilee Cup round

weren’t achieved. Competitive across the board but only managing the one win we then made the top 4

of the Hardham Cup, beaten by the eventual winners in the Semi’s. We can be proud of their efforts and

after a season back the experience will prove invaluable and am expecting bigger and better in 2015!

The guys are clear on what they need to do to prosper and the coaching team is definitely pushing them

in the right direction.

Off the field, the club remains in great heart. I am supported by a fantastic Committee and group of

volunteers who work tirelessly for the benefit of the club. The club scene in Wellington is a difficult one

at the moment and more than a few clubs are struggling with some of the issues we faced a few years

back. For the good of rugby I hope they have the same caliber of people as we have had to identify what

needs to be done and then go out and do it! WE haven’t rested on our laurels and a recent strategy

session enables us to focus on what we want to achieve next and put in place the structures and

roles/responsibilities to get it done.

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One of the most pleasing things I have seen over this year, and it’s been building for a while now, is the

return of past Axemen and Axewomen to the sidelines, club and clubrooms. We have heard from many

who can’t make it but are staying in touch and supporting in other ways. Scotty Fullers weekly updates

and The Axe is keeping our members well informed and they greatly appreciate his laconic humour and

style of writing in keeping them up to date with what’s going on. Hopefully this all continues in 2015

and beyond as we will need your support now more than ever!

When I mentioned the calibre of people that have got our club back up and running there are too many

to mention them all, but there are a few that I really want to single out at the risk of embarrassing

them. Nigel Hughes is the same tower of strength off the field as he was on it and serves the club in so

many ways I can’t keep track, Scott Fuller is a voice of reason and organisation and pure passion, Sally

Attfield has kept us on the straight and narrow and managed our finances outstandingly while Duncan

Domett just gets stuff done – sometimes he even asks first! Murray Mexted, in the way only Muzza can,

has lifted the clubs profile and dragged our on field fortunes around through sheer strength of will. I am

hugely grateful of the efforts of all these people and the many other Committee members, coaches,

managers and volunteers that help in whatever capacity they can.

2015 will be just as exciting as 2014 and I firmly believe we will see the club strengthening its position in

Wellington Club rugby and showing everyone what hard work, passion and commitment can achieve.

Would love to see you on the sidelines cheering during the season and with a quiet ale celebrating our

wins afterwards so come along if you can but stay in touch if you can’t.

Give em the Axe!

CLUB CAPTAIN’S REPORT – Scott Fuller

Where to start?

The Prems back where they belong and itching to have a crack next year at some silverware;

A trophy in the cabinet, well done the 85s;

Five teams on the pitch and each in their own right challenging for a piece of glory at differing stages of the

season;

A larger than ever committee and even 2 members under the age of 50;

Our first year with a CCO, Duncan Domett doing the hard yards around the club;

The lights working on the training fields, and use of the Wellington College artificial in the depths of winter,

you don’t win if you can’t train;

A $ in the bank, not a lot but better the black than the red. Sally still has her fist tightly on the purse strings;

A new Gym, thanks to NZCT and Deckie;

A fit-out to the Lounge, again thanks to NZCT. We already have 3 bookings for the club over summer to

better utilise our fabulous facilities and make us self-sufficient in years to come;

A new Website, and Facebook Page, lots more work to do but Greg Hughes has the bit between his teeth,

look out for more in 2015;

Where to next?

A great club with a fabulous history that had fallen on hard times has been rebuilt to something to be

proud of again and a strong platform has been created from which to launch an assault on Wellington

Rugby that will have those who thought they owned it by right to look over their collective shoulders with a

new respect. 2015 – Give em the Axe!

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TEAM RESULTS SUMMARY 2014

Team Competition Place Played Won Drew Lost For Against

Premier Swindale Shield 12 11 1 0 10 179 378

Premier Hardham Cup (1) 3 7 5 0 2 207 135

Senior 2 National Mutual Cup 2 10 9 0 1 310 154

Senior 1 Ed Chaney 7 9 3 0 6 127 182

Colts Paris Memorial 2 7 5 0 2 141 122

Colts John E Kelly 5 7 6 0 1 156 115

Under 85 JC Bowl 10 9 1 0 8 112 240

Under 85 The Moody Cup (2) 4 8 5 0 3 82 106

Pressies Season N/A Lots Some 0 A Few N/A N/A

(1) Premier: Hardham Cup Playoff – Semi Final Lost to Poneke

(2) Under 85: The Moody Cup Playoff – Semi-final Beat HOBM 6-3; Final Beat MSP 16-15

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BCD TRAVEL PREMIER’s TEAM REPORT – Chris Kennedy

In 2014 we returned to our rightful grade – Premiers. We were asked to mix it with the big boys again

and at times we did. 2014 was about learning and developing, a Prem side is not born it is made.

The squad as a whole, was ably supported and directed by Decky, Cedes and Murray plus many others

in the background like Compost and Bruce Moore, Graham Williams to name but a few.

We prepared a team that had skill, courage, commitment and a desire to learn and improve. What this

resulted in was a team that made it through a few off field issues and a number of first round losses

some very close ones, to really hit their straps in the Hardham cup just going down in a hard fought

semi-final to the eventual winners Poneke.

Planning is already underway to help the team prosper in 2015 and ensure that Premier status is not

only retained, but we build on the achievements we have seen and take the next step up. We see 2015

as unfinished business and the boys are keen to sort this. As we proved when we were at our best we

were competitive with most teams and in some cases it was just the bounce of the ball on the day, but

if you are not there you can’t secure the bounced ball so bring on 2015.

A big thanks to all our players, including the overseas players who were part of the team and a huge

thanks to all who have supported us in any which way and we look forward to seeing you on the side-

lines in 2015 “let’s keep the dream alive and the axe sharp and at the ready”.

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PLACEMAKERS SENIORS TEAM REPORT – Tony Travers

The season started with a welcome surprise being elevated to Senior 2nd without playing a game due to

another club not being able to field a team in the grade. This meant finishing strongly with limited

numbers in 2013 paid off (a big thanks to all who helped with this).

At the start of the season like many we were looking good for numbers and the quality of the new

members to the club was equally as promising. We developed a simple but effective game plan using

phase play to get quick quality ball and then use it wide where many of the team’s strengths lay.

We won a number of tight games and the stand out game of the round was defeating North’s 74 -20,

with the best game of the season defeating Poneke at their home. Unfortunately the team couldn’t

secure the bonus point required in the final game to win the silverware but none the less second place

on the table was a great result earning promotion to Senior 1st.

Senior 1st was another huge learning curve for players and coaches stepping up to a higher level again.

With another round of close games 1-2 points in many of them, with some going against us and then

dropping a couple of the games we were expected to win put the pressure on us right to the end of the

season, creating a must win game in the final round against Wainuiomata. Many of the clubs supporters

made the journey out to Wainui in the worst conditions of the season to watch the team grind out a

victory that secured our place in Senior 1st for 2015.

The team was one of the best group of players I have been involved with for many years but thanks

must go out to Murray for the support he gave me during the first round and for Craig joining in the

second round and easing the growing pressure I was feeling when coaching on your own. I must also

thank the Prems for the use of their reserve players during the season in some cases for whole games.

Also a final thanks to our supporters who also must take some credit for our season.

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MEXTED MOTORS COLTS (U21) REPORT – Peter Scott

The 2014 season started with two preseason games where the team performed very well and showed

plenty of promise for the season to come. The next game was a grading game against Oriental Rongotai.

There was a squad of twenty one players for the game and the result was a disappointing one with a

loss. 50 to 28. The team then had four wins on a trot with the fourth one being a very good result

against the Oriental Rongotai team which had previously defeated us.

We were aware that the barometer was going to be the OBU team, who went on to win the

competition undefeated, and in this game we were defeated 26 -10. Our score probably reflected the

level at which Wellington Colts team were performing at, at that stage.

We started the second round having finished second in the first round. A very disappointing result

against the OBU second team losing 36 – 32 was the start of a gradual decline in performance which

although being mostly mental was also the point that we lost important players to injury and one to the

Premier team. From this time on, the team never performed at the level that they had previously and

the final result was disappointing being fifth in the competition and missing the playoffs.

There was a large fall off in attendance at practice and games and also general enthusiasm that

surrounded the team, that mirrored what occurred the previous year and strategies need to be put in

place for 2015 to combat this malaise with more guest coaches with specific skill coaching and coaching

assistance from the Wellington Rugby Union as well as from within the club.

It is important to recognise the input of the two coaches Jarvan brown and Richard Dawson and also the

Manager Steve Mann. This is an amateur game and these persons gave up many hours of their time

working with the team. The team also had strong support from the player’s family and friends and

generally the players developed a strong feeling of comraderie which continued off the paddock. It is

hoped that this will result in players returning for the 2015 year.

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MISH MOSH UNDER 85’s TEAM REPORT – Scott Fuller

Wellington Football Club won the Under 85 Division 1 grade 5 years ago and this year took out the

Division 2 Title in a series of remarkable come from behind performances.

A tough season, using 43 players in total including 7 halfbacks and 5 first 5’s meant continuity and

rhythm were not the hall marks of the team, but team morale and determination certainly were. The

team started poorly and although holding a number of sides to close margins only managed one win in

the first round in Division 1 and so found themselves in Division 2.

The second round started no better with two losses but a string of 4 wins saw the team winning 5 of the

last 6 games including a win over the top qualifier. This come back allowed them to finish 4th and take a

place in the Semi-finals although guaranteed of two away games if they were to progress. The semi-final

was a real grass-roots rugby 6-3 victory over HOBM and set up a final against Marist. Again down 6-15

with 10 minutes to go it took another great revival and two tries, form our Back and Forward of the

year, to clinch a nail biter. It often feels better to win the tough ones.

The team was very well captained by Tom Fuller, ably supported by Andrew Wong, both of whom

played all but 1 game and along with a number of senior players the team had good on field direction.

Great commitment from Beavis, Oli, Tom B, Toby, Dom, Slade, Berry, Hyrum, Ru, Jessie, Dan, Wally and

Ace who hardly missed a practice or game during the season. This strong nucleus underpinned a good

spirit within the team. A spirit that grew stronger as the season progressed.

Coach John De Gregorio, and the Team Managers, put in plenty of effort and the team was as well

prepared as was possible with the fluctuating attendances. Thanks guys. We would also like to thank

our supporters, WAGS, parents, Axemen and other friends of the team for their solid support in during

this challenging season, especially for the Final. We hope we repaid that support and will back again

next year.

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CENTRAL CITY LABELS AND PRINT PRESIDENT’S TEAM REPORT – Jason Judd

I seem to say it every year but the Pressies just had another outstanding season and performed

outstandingly well. In addition to that some of our on field play was good to! The same old

faces that have been trotting around the last few years returned once again and while a little

slower that in their heyday they have lost none of their guile and cunning. We managed to win

about two thirds of our games and played some sparkling length of field rugby in the process.

By that I mean we gave the ball to B Mac or Chin and they ran – we stopped and cheered!

Seldom playing the same 15 from week to week, and occasionally not having 15, meant that

continuity wasn’t a strong point. However, whoever pulled the jersey on did us proud and did

all we asked of them which was their best!

Our non-existent warm up, complete absence of training and cavalier attitude to the ref’s

instructions that was evident in previous seasons continued in 2014 and is likely to return in

2015. We play cos we enjoy the game, love the camaraderie, appreciate the beer afterwards

and it gets us out of the house on a Saturday avo.

Once again the boys went on tour with 13 or so heading to Napier for the weekend. That’s all

that needs to be said about that suffice to say a good time was allegedly had by all!

The Pressies were once again strong supporters of club functions and teams with Walker, Neil,

Lionel, Pencil, James and BMac and your scribe particularly evident. We thoroughly enjoyed

following the Under 85kg team during their run to the championship and marveled at the

concept of being under 85gks – those were the days!

See ya all again next year.

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Trophies and Prize Giving

Wellington Rugby Union Trophies won

• The Moody Cup – Under 85 Winner 2nd Round

Inter Club won in First round by our top graded team

• Sir Alan Stewart Cup vs Massey University

• Mick Kenny Cup vs Johnsonville

Wellington Football Club Awards - Team Trophy Winners

1. BCD Travel Premiers

• Best Back – Tony Smith

• Best Forward – Adam Stewart

• Best Team Player – Tevita Falekakala

2. Placemakers Seniors

• Best Back – Jamie Hargreaves

• Best Forward – Mitchell Stewart

• Best Team Player – Johnny Worgan

3. Mexted Motors Under 21 Colts

• Best Back – Luke Murray

• Best Forward – Ben Uren

• Best Team Player – Sam Dawson

4. Mish Mosh Under 85s

• Best Back – Ben Wallace

• Best Forward – Alex Slade

• Best Team Player – Andrew Wong

5. Capital City Labels and Print Presidents

• Best Back – Adam Chown

• Best Forward – Steve Zeir

• Best Team Player – Brian McLemman

Wellington Football Club Awards – Club Trophy Winners

• Team of the Year – Seniors

• Coach of the Year – Tony Travers

• Administrator of the Year – Sally Attfield

• Axeman of the Year – Craig Wright

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WELLINGTON RUGBY BOARD and BOARD OF DIRECTORS REPORT – Nigel Hughes

It has being one of the most tumultuous and controversial years that I can remember as a Rugby Board

member or as more recently a Director on the Board of Directors for Wellington Rugby.

The end of last season and the demotion of Wests culminated in a majority decision of the Rugby Board

to move from a promotion relegation type premier Club competition, to a qualification/criteria type

competition. This was initially mooted for the 2014 Season but deferred until the 2015 season and that

process has now reached a point where applications have been made by 14 Clubs and are being

considered by the subcommittee delegated for that role, with the process to be completed by the end

of October 2014.

It was further finally agreed by Clubs that the 2015 Premier Season would finish with the final of the

Jubilee Cup being played two weeks prior to the commencement of the ITM Cup season in the hope

that Lions players would be available for the Jubilee Cup Final. In view of the injuries that have occurred

before and during the Lions 2014 season, and a new coach to be appointed for the 2015 season, that

hope may not eventuate. This could well end in a Swindale Shield round with not all clubs playing each

other in order to accommodate this desire by Clubs.

We also saw in the implementation of a new junior Rugby structure and the appointment of the Junior

Rugby Advisory Board significantly changing how junior rugby is run in Wellington.

A further review following on from that is of Secondary Schools Rugby (focused on the retention of

secondary school players in clubs) is currently underway, being one of three outcomes from a

Chairman’s meeting and subsequent Rugby Board meeting mid-year.

The second of those priorities related to different funding models and this is also being considered by

the Rugby Board. The third aspect related to a review of governance with some clubs seeking

dissolution between the amateur and professional arms of rugby in Wellington. This review again is

underway at the time this report is being prepared.

Coupled with all of that the result of some financial factors that have come to the attention of the Board

of Directors, we have commenced an independent review of the current business model with a

reasonably wide ranging terms of reference and short time frame to address immediate financial

concerns that the Directors have. The Club Governance Review will also form part of that independent

review.

With so many reviews going on it is hard to imagine how we can get on with the game of rugby and

clearly in terms of the Lions performance this season we have not.

While there were a plethora of injuries at the start (and during) the season that no provincial team

could contemplate, the review of our academy structure and what has or hasn’t changed from the

success of the last two seasons is again a hot topic. It is to be noted that performances of the other

teams have been very good in the main with the under 19 side winning the national tournament. All

hope is not lost.

The outcomes of some of these processes may be known to you by the time this report is published but

it seems in any event, the way rugby is managed in Wellington will change in a significant way. Having

just gotten my feet back under the table of the Board of Directors (as Deputy Chair of the Rugby Board)

this has been at times, a time consuming but necessary process.

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JUNIOR CLUB – Erin Rush

The junior club had a satisfying year in 2014, with 169 registered players covering from Under 6 Rippa

Grade through to Under 13 Open Grade. We had 11 full teams, with the Under 13 players combining

with Marist St Pats to be the “Eastern Suburbs Barbarians”. From the Under 6 Taniwhas, which

conducted all games and training in te reo Maori, to the combined Under 13 team, our junior players

played with pride and passion.

Several teams played the season juggling team numbers. Some teams were painfully short which meant

bringing players up or down for a second game on the weekend in order to make enough for a team, or,

as in our higher grades, too many players meant rotating players off to give everyone fair playing time.

In most cases players and parents were understanding of these challenges and gave the team and the

coaches their full support and cooperation, great to see.

There were many highlights during the season - Seeing new parents tentatively helping out at the start

of the season, to confidently running trainings and refereeing games by the end; Watching the many

girls developing in confidence and skill, culminating in Millie Mackie from the Under 12 team being

selected in the Hurricanes girls squad; The Under 10 Wildfish participating in out of zone tournaments,

winning the Palmerston North 7s in the last outing of the year; Harry McKee from the Under 12 Axemen

being selected for the Wellington Under 55kg team; Celebrating Sai Daunibau, who tragically lost his

arm in an accident last year, playing a full season of Under 10 rugby and playing with tremendous skill

and determination; Enjoying the camaraderie of fellow club convenors and the warmth and support of

Marist St Pats so that we could both field an Under 13 team; The unstinting and unflinching help from

the Junior Committee.

Congratulations to the Junior Player of the Year, Lucas Graham-O’Connor, the Axemen Cup recipients –

the Under 9 Axemen, and the Team of the Year, the Under 10 Wildfish. Thanks to the Senior Club for

the continuing support and best wishes for 2015.

WELLINGTON BARBELL CLUB – Peter Jack, President

Our present club has 6 active members. The recent loss of Mark Johnstone to Tasmania was a blow as

he was a regular. However, new member Grant Rutherford, whom I train in the Kiwi

compensates for his loss. The deaf Scot, got third in the open Senior 100m Wellington Championships

and fourth in the 200m. He is a former Scottish International Rugby 7s Player and was recently selected

for the NZ Deaf Rugby XV. Next sea

85kg side.

Unfortunately breakages continue in the Weights Room with up to 4 plates broken and the new mirror

since last year. Tidiness has improved slightly, with many new users in the Ru

group, this is disappointing yet to be expected. Thankfully no theft of equipment has been seen.

This year saw the NZ Institute of Sport share use of this Weights Room with the WFC and ourselves. All

seems to have sorted itself out with all working together as best we can.

Our Club would like thanks the WFC for the way both have worked together to have one of the best

rugby weights gym in Wellington despite the breakages

Wellington Football Club Foundation Trust

Infinity Foundation Ltd

New Zealand Community Trust

BCD Travel

Placemakers

Mexted Motors

Peter Jack, President


he was a regular. However, new member Grant Rutherford, whom I train in the Kiwi



for the NZ Deaf Rugby XV. Next season will see him playing Rugby for the Axemen, ideally in our Under


since last year. Tidiness has improved slightly, with many new users in the Rugby Club and the new user



t with all working together as best we can.


rugby weights gym in Wellington despite the breakages

Sponsors and Supporters

tball Club Foundation Trust

Mish Mosh

Capital City Labels and Print

Mainspec Ltd

DBC Services

IRANZ Ltd

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he was a regular. However, new member Grant Rutherford, whom I train in the Kiwi Athletic Club,



son will see him playing Rugby for the Axemen, ideally in our Under


gby Club and the new user




Capital City Labels and Print

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Membership and Donations

Axemen Club Members

Chris Ellis

Ross Graham

Grant Jamieson

Keith Quinn QSM

Honorary Members

Richard Alexander

Ian Carmichael

John Conway

Roy Cowley

Barry Evans

Doug Froggart

Brendan Gard’ner

John Garriock

Ken Gordon

Graeme Horsley

Phil Kendal

Danny Lynch

Pat Millar

Ron Parkin

Graham Stewart

Ron Stewart

Jack Wills

Donations

WFC Foundation Trust

Sally Attfield

Barry Evans

Brendan Gard’ner

Graeme Horsley

Grant Jamieson

Ian McCarrison

Bernie Moon

Ron Parkin

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Obituaries

We record with regret the deaths of the following members:

Murray Frederick Gifford, AKA The Block

Block played approximately 100 Senior matches for Ories before switching his allegiance to the

Wellington Football Club. He made an outstanding contribution over a prolonged period, including his

years as Club Captain. Block always had firm and frank views on the management of the Club!

His service was acknowledged when he was made a Life Member at our AGM in November

2013. Although in hospital and unable to attend, this recognition gave Block considerable pleasure and

pride. He was the father of Dean an outstanding Premier lock for the Club in the 1990's, who sadly

passed away in 2012. Block died in Wellington on 8 February 2014, aged 69.

Henry Phillip (Phil) Kendal

1 July 1938 - 28 July 2014

Phil played for the Wellington Football Club in the 1950's and 1960's. He later became an active

member of the Management Committee and took a particular interest in the maintenance of the club's

facilities.

Phil was a long time Vice President and appointed a Life Member at our AGM in November 2013, in

acknowledgement of his many year’s service. This recognition gave Phil considerable pleasure and

pride. A large number of Axemen appended Phil's funeral on 1 August.

Ian Roderick Smith

Died 24 October 2014, aged 68.

Ian played for the WFC in the 1960's and 1970's. He was greatly respected for his work as

a coroner in Nelson and, since 2007, in Wellington.

+ Our deepest sympathy to all concerned +

+ May they Rest in Peace +

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STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 AUGUST 2014

Note

2014

2013

Income

Subscriptions - active

2,745

4,534

Subscriptions & Donations

8,227

15,026

Donation - WFC Foundation Trust 4

1,150

1,050

Premises Rental

17,366

8,394

Interest

170

115

Sponsorship

7,087

5,000

Grants 3

85,726

63,681

Isherwood Lounge

7,644

7,377

WRFU - CCO Funding

20,000

-

Total Income

$150,115

$105,178

Expenditure

Cleaning

3,126

3,986

Compliance costs

1,085

1,069

Water, Rates & Electricity

4,171

11,548

Insurance

8,838

8,812

Repairs & Maintenance

11,159

1,841

Security

2,366

1,445

Telephone & Tolls

810

549

31,555

29,249

Activities

Affiliation Fees

2,348

2,261

CCO costs

40,000

-

Club Functions

1,150

1,350

Outside Coaching

37,850

36,513

Engraving & Trophies

138

188

Players expenses & gear

15,549

37,165

Training Ground Expenses

3,753

4,221

100,788

81,697

Administration

Professional Fees

655

795

Bank & credit card fees

1,006

283

Membership cards

-

519

Sundry Expenses

626

258

2,287

1,855

Total Expenses

$ 134,630

$112,801

Operating Profit/(Loss)

15,486

-7,623

Depreciation

5,924

1,275

Net Surplus/(Deficit) for Year

$9,562

- $8,898

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STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL POSITION AS AT 31 AUGUST 2014

2014

2013

Current Assets

Westpac 00 a/c

17,151

37,011

Westpac 02 a/c

2,965

2,502

Bar Float

-

500

Accounts receivable

4,777

4,342

GST receivable

2,894

687

Stock on hand

454

1,595

28,241

46,637

Fixed Assets

401,422

360,849

TOTAL ASSETS

$429,663

$407,486

Current Liabilities

Accounts payable

16,146

10,074

Grants receivable not applied

5,455

34,750

Income received in advance

-

6,008

Grant income received in

advance for capital

expenditure

41,846

-

63,447

50,832

Loans from Members

16,000

16,000

NET ASSETS

$350,216

$340,654

Accumulated Funds

Balance 1 September

340,229

349,127

Surplus for Year

9,562

- 8,898

Honours Board

425

425

$350,216

$340,654

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FINANCIAL FORECAST FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 AUGUST 2015

Income

2015

2014

Subscriptions - active

3,000

2,745

Subscriptions & Donations

8,000

8,227

Donation - WFC Foundation Trust

1,150

1,150

Premises Rental

17,000

17,366

Interest

200

170

Sponsorship

7,000

7,087

Grants

52,500

85,726

Isherwood Lounge

7,500

7,644

WRFU - CCO Funding

20,000

20,000

Total Income

$116,350

$150,115

Expenditure

Cleaning

3,000

3,126

Compliance costs

1,500

1,085

Water, Rates & Electricity

10,000

4,171

Insurance

6,500

8,838

Repairs & Maintenance

2,000

11,159

Security

2,500

2,366

Telephone & Tolls

1,000

810

26,500

31,555

Activities

Affiliation Fees

2,500

2,348

CCO costs

40,000

40,000

Club Functions

1,150

1,150

Outside Coaching

20,000

37,850

Engraving & Trophies

150

138

Players expenses & gear

12,500

15,549

Training Ground Expenses

3,500

3,753

79,800

100,788

Administration

Professional Fees

800

655

Bank & credit card fees

1,000

1,006

Membership cards

-

-

Sundry Expenses

1,000

626

2,800

2,287

Total Expenses

$109,100

$134,630

Operating Profit

7,250

15,486

Depreciation

6,000

5,924

Net Surplus for Year

$1,250

$9,562

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FINANCIAL ACCOUNTS


NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 AUGUST 2014

1. STATEMENT OF ACCOUNTING POLICIES

Reporting Entity

The Wellington Football Club Inc. is an incorporated body established under the Incorporated

Society Act 1908. The financial statements have been prepared in accordance with generally

accepting accounting practice as required by the New Zealand Institute of Chartered

Accountants.

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 the Club.

Specific Accounting Policies

The following specific accounting policies which materially affect the measurement of financial

performance and position have been applied. These financial statements have been prepared

on a GST exclusive basis.

Accounts receivable are included at their net realisable value. All know doubtful or bad debts

have been excluded. Stock on hand, consisting of bar stocks, has been valued at the lower of

cost or net realisable value. Allowance has been made for slow moving or obsolete stock.

Fixed assets are recorded at costs less accumulated depreciation. Deprecation has been charged

using the straight line method based on the economic life of the assets except for the buildings,

which are not depreciated.

The following economic lives have been used:

Leasehold alterations 5-10 Years

Plant, Equipment & Fittings 5-10 Years

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2. FIXED ASSETS

Cost Accumulated

Depreciation

2014 Book

Value

2013 Book

Value

Buildings 349,377 0 349,377 349,377

Leasehold Alterations 105,836 105,836 0 0

Plant, Equipment & Fittings 201,745 149,700 52,045 11,472

Totals 656,958 255,536 401,422 360,849

3. GRANTS RECEIVED

Organisation Opening

Balance

Funds

Received Funds Spent

Funds

Returned

Closing

Balance

NZCT 25,000 50,000 74,750 250 0

Mainland Foundation 9,750 9,750 0

Infinity 0 37,028 37,028 0

Eastern Suburbs 1,000 1,000 0

Four Winds 2,500 2,500 0

Lion 8,000 2,545 5,455

Totals 34,750 98,528 127,573* 250 5,455

*$41,846 relates to the purchase of fixed assets and will be amortised over the balance of

the life of the assets.

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