Due to the unpredictability of the COVID-19 situation, we have decided to postpone the golf classic which was scheduled for Saturday 11 September.

We don't have a rescheduled date yet, but it will probably be sometime in November at the same location of Manor Park Golf Sanctuary.

In the meantime, keep an eye on the Golf classic Facebook event for updates. If you have any questions, contact Ronan O'Malley at events@wellingtongaa.com.

The resurgence of COVID-19 has put a halt to our pre-season training sessions. We won't be training in Alert Levels 3 or 4, but we do plan to return to action when we're back to Alert Level 2. Keep an eye on our website or social media for information on when training will be restarting. 

And remember, there's no pressure to return right away. When we do get back on the playing field, remember to scan in and maintain good hygiene practices. For alert level guidelines on sport and recreation, visit:

The training schedule for all codes leading up to Labour weekend can be found through the link below. As always, newcomers are more than welcome.
 

The Wellington Sevens will take place on Labour weekend (23-24 October 2021), with Awakairangi Park in Upper Hutt pencilled in as the venue for the two-day tournament. The format will resemble last year's Labour weekend tournament which you can read all about (and watch) here.

New Zealand junior championships cancelled

New Zealand championships

A reminder of the Mike Fahy Memorial Cup. It will be a seven-a-side soccer tournament run on Monday 4 October from 6-10pm at Boyd-Wilson field. It's being organised by Better Football and Super Paddy's FC in aid of Lifeline. There will be a group stage followed by knockout games.

The entry cost per team will be $200 with the full entry fee going to Super Paddy's sponsors, Lifeline. This is an excellent initiative by Super Paddy's and Better Football. Hopefully we can get a Wellington/Hutt Valley GFHA team playing on the night. There's still time to register and it can be done through the link below.
 

Spring may have just arrived, but it's never too early to start thinking about summer social Gaelic football. The season is scheduled to start on Wednesday 10 November, with beginner sessions running in the weeks beforehand. To stay up to date with this season's information, fixtures and results, join the Wellington Social Gaelic Football group on Facebook if you haven't done so already.

And as you've probably heard, Whistling Sisters Beer Co. have come on board as a new sponsor for the 2021/22 social Gaelic football season. It's an exciting partnership and we're looking forward to their contribution to our social games.
 

Social Gaelic football action from the 2021 finals day.

It's that time of the year again when club membership fees are due. Your membership fees are pivotal to us hosting an enjoyable and successful season. Along with the myriad competitions and events we host, benefits also include discounts at Whistling Sisters. Club member cards for Whistling Sisters are being developed, and we'll have more info on these soon. Membership options and payment details are listed below. Paying early is always appreciated. Pop a message to treasurer@wellingtongaa.com if you have any queries. 

Membership options

Full-year club membership: $130
Social Gaelic Football-only membership: $60
Non-playing club membership: $30 

Payment details

Account Number: 02-0610-0041088-00
Account Name: HV/Wgtn Gaelic Athletic

Particulars: Initial + Last Name
Code: Your phone number
Reference: "Membership"

Our supporters can now benefit from a FREE upgrade to Multi City when they purchase a Single City while also receiving one extra month for FREE! That’s a $50 saving and a 13-month membership. This is a limited time offer, ending on Wednesday 29th September at 11.59am NZST.

The Entertainment Book is an awesome way to get great deals on dining, shopping, travel, hotels and experiences. The most popular reason to buy the book are for the 2-for-1 and 25-percent-off deals at a huge number of Wellington restaurants.

By signing up, you're also supporting the club as we receive a small portion of each membership. You can search for the "Entertainment New Zealand"  app to check out the deals. If you're interested, you can buy the book through the link below.
 

The hospitality sector has taken a hit with the latest lockdown so if you get a chance, pop into Whistling Sisters when they reopen for business. In the meantime, check out their website and online store through the link below. You can also follow them on Facebook and Instagram.

 

Check out the links below for the latest news from the region's Irish community: