Downer Partners with Wellington Rugby to Ensure Community Safety and Event Success at Porirua Park

As part of their new partnership with Wellington Rugby, Downer is providing traffic management for games at Porirua Park, ensuring community safety and the smooth operation of each event.

Downer is the leading provider of integrated services in Aotearoa, New Zealand and Australia. The team is made up of approximately 31,000 people across more than 300 sites in both Aotearoa, New Zealand and Australia.

Downer Traffic Operations Manager Kereti Malolo said that their decision to partner with Wellington Rugby was largely down to their community ethos.

“We are committed to building strong relationships with our customers and our people. Enabling Communities to Thrive—That is our Purpose. Our Purpose guides us and gives us the courage to take on the big things. It also drives and supports our transformation journey and defines our commitment to creating a sustained impact on communities.  We do this through the support of our highly capable, skilled and committed people and by engaging a network of trusted and long-term sub-contractors, suppliers and like-minded organisations and partners.”  

WRFU CEO Tony Giles shared these sentiments, “We couldn’t be more thrilled to have Downer on board this year. To have an organisation of this repute back our teams is incredible and is a testament to their community ethos. Their support not only enhances the matchday experience but also underscores our shared commitment to community safety and engagement. We’re looking forward to a successful partnership and an exciting season ahead.”