The Petone Rowing Club's Committee (comprised of volunteers) has been progressing a project to earthquake strengthen our building.

We have reached a key milestone in this project and are about to lodge our building consent. We've had an estimate and know that the cost of the work will be upwards of $1.8 million.

This is a significant amount of money. We've got some savings in the bank, we will be seeking a large mortgage, and we will be approaching trusts and funders (like Lotteries) to help us raise the money - but that won't be enough!

We will need the support of our members and the wider community to reach our goal.

You're invited to our first major fundraiser - a Gala Evening & Auction on Saturday 27 November.

Guests will receive a glass of bubbles on arrival, canapes, and a cash bar will be available.

Olympians (and fellow PRC members) Phillip Wilson (Gold Medal M8+) and Beth Ross (Silver Medal W8+) are joining us and will provide some insights about their journey to Tokyo.

The evening will include an auction of donated goods and services. We will finish the night off with dancing.

As a local sports club - we've contributed to the unique fabric of Petone and the Hutt Valley since our establishment in 1900.

We hope that you are able to support the Petone Rowing Club as we take on this project to make sure our Club can survive and thrive well into the future.