July 2025 Newsletter

Kia ora everyone,

As July draws to a close, the days are gradually getting longer, and early morning light is beginning to return. Over the school holidays, two of our intermediate boys were fortunate to attend a training camp at Lake Mangakino. Despite the winter chill, they enjoyed stunning conditions and plenty of rowing—mainly in eights—which was a fantastic way to kick off the next phase of their training.

At the same time, several of our athletes participated in an Interprovincial (IP) camp as part of their build-up for the Interprovincial Regatta, taking place at Lake Karāpiro on 27–28 September.

A big shoutout to Cat, Karlina, Jimmy, Luke, Luca, and Matt, who are all training alongside other regional athletes in preparation. And congratulations to Jimmy on his U22 selection—best of luck to him as he heads to Adelaide this weekend!

AGM Wrap-Up & Committee Updates

Our Annual General Meeting was held earlier this month. We would like to thank Morgan Lloyd for his outstanding service as Treasurer over the past two seasons and Cushla Waites for her contributions during the last year.

The following members were elected to committee roles for the upcoming season:

Treasurer: Mark Edgecombe - 2 years

Club Captain: Simon Aubrey - 2 years

Vice Club Captain: Bevan Marr - 1 year

General Committee: Elyse Rothery - 2 years

The other three members of the Committee transition into the second year of their term in office:
Club President: Richard van Dijk

Secretary: Helen Rothery

General Committee: David Derecourt

2025/26 Fees Summary

Good News: No fee increases this season!

Club & School Rowers – Total: $2,250

• Winter Rowing: $300 (charged May 2025) or

• Learn to Row: $150 per term (to 1 September)
• Summer Season: $1,950 (charged monthly from 1 Sept 2025 to 1 Feb 2026)

Includes:✅ Club training✅ All club regattas✅ Summer camp✅ Rowing NZ & BOPRA affiliation

Masters – Total: $750

• 12 monthly payments of $62.50

Includes:✅ Club training✅ Rowing NZ & BOPRA affiliation

Coxswains – Total: $700

• Charged monthly from 1 Sept 2025 to 1 Feb 2026

Includes:✅ Club training✅ All club regattas✅ Summer camp✅ Rowing NZ & BOPRA affiliation

2025/26 Regatta Calendar

This can be found at Regatta Schedule.  Some regattas are subject to crew selection and/or school policy on attendance.

A massive thank you to all the parents, teachers, coaches, and rowers who continue to support our fantastic club. We’re looking forward to another successful and fun season on the water.

Ngā mihi,

Richard van DijkPresident – Tauranga Rowing Club

021 047 2616

clubpresident@taurangarowingclub.co.nz