We’d like to say a huge thank you to all the wonderful hosts we’ve had who have made the tour so special. We owe Pukekohe HS and Onewhero RFC a huge debt of gratitude for taking us into their homes with such warmth and generosity. The boys had an incredible time and will remember it with fondness forever.

Thanks to all the teams who provided such excellent opposition and post-match hospitality. Rugby is unique in this tradition and it was wonderful to see it being upheld in the farthest reaches of the world.

Thanks to all the parents who have made this trip possible. Without your support it wouldn't have got off the ground. I’m sure your sons have all had an unforgettable and valuable experience.

Thanks to Dom and OnTour, for looking after us so ably, before and during the Tour.

Finally, we’d like to thank the boys for being such brilliant tourists. They have taken everything in their stride, behaved impeccably at all times and been a credit to us all. They have shown enormous respect for the cultural differences enjoyed and would have learnt a huge amount from the tour. Most importantly, they’ve played rugby with real style, commitment and skill.

Thanks to you all - Higgins, Passey, Slates, Simsy and MacD