First Rugby Match Live

Yesterday afternoon, we went to watch a first division rugby game between Manawatu Turbos and Auckland. As many as 15% (9.400 people) of the Palmerston North population came to the FMG Stadium to watch the first match of the season against the reigning Air New Zealand champions, Auckland. Even though the Turbos lost the game 41-10, it was a brilliant fight shown by the men in green and we even manage to get a try in the second half. There were plenty of activities before, after the game as well as during half time. There was a fly past by the NZ Air Force helicopters, tank displays, repelling demonstation and the children were occupied with face painting and each of them were given lollies and placard banners.