Hutt City Panel & Paint Continues Support in 2026

Wellington Rugby is proud to recognise the continued support of Hutt City Panel & Paint as a valued partner of both the Wellington Lions and Wellington Pride throughout the 2026 season.

A longstanding supporter of Wellington Rugby, Hutt City Panel & Paint has featured on the back of the number 17 jersey for both the Lions and Pride this season, extending a partnership that has continued to grow across Wellington Rugby’s representative teams.

With the Lions approaching their final match of the 2026 campaign and the Pride preparing for their Farah Palmer Cup semifinal this Saturday, Hutt City Panel & Paint’s support has been an important part of both teams’ seasons.

Hutt City Panel & Paint says the expanded partnership with Wellington Rugby has been a positive one.

“We are thrilled to sponsor the Wellington Lions for the first time, after a couple of years sponsoring the Pride. Increasing our brand awareness across the region has been excellent.”

WRFU CEO Tony Giles says the Union greatly values the continued backing of Hutt City Panel & Paint.

“Hutt City Panel & Paint have been fantastic supporters of Wellington Rugby over a number of years, and we’re delighted to have had them behind both the Lions and Pride in 2026.

“Their ongoing commitment to our teams and Wellington rugby is hugely appreciated, and we’re proud to continue our relationship with a strong local business.”

Hutt City Panel & Paint is a trusted collision repairer based in central Lower Hutt. Contracted to all major insurance companies, the team has more than 20 years’ experience helping Wellingtonians get back on the road.

Their longstanding support of Wellington Rugby reflects a strong connection to the local community and a continued commitment to rugby across the region.