Marching Southland

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Congratulations Mike!
Always putting in the mahi on marching days to ensure we have everything we need, happy banter included!

Happy 25years and cheers to more at ILT Stadium Southland

Pop along to the mall today and say hi to Blue Jay Marching who are running the Marching Southland stall!

📣 WE NEED YOUR HELP! 🙌

We’re looking for volunteers to help make this NZ Marching Champs 2027 a huge success! There are lots of roles to fill.

📅 Registrations close: 30 September 2026

Volunteer roles will be allocated at the November Board Meeting, so we need expressions of interest early to assist with planning and budgeting.

If you can help in any way put your hand up!
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Some eagle-eyed marching enthusiasts have already spotted our updates before I had the chance to announce them! 🤭👏 Well done to all the fellow marching nerds who caught the updates in real time!

For everyone else... here you go! 😍

Head over and check out the latest updates and newly uploaded videos on the Marching New Zealand YouTube Channel. The 2025 Championships are now live! 🎉🍿

Wondering why they're only being uploaded now? We know many people purchase the championship USBs, and we felt it would be in poor taste to upload the videos too soon after the event. We wanted to make sure those who supported the USB release had the chance to enjoy them first.

So grab some popcorn, sit back, and enjoy! 🍿🎥

Ka pai tō mahi Jaen
Thank you for your help
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In Loving Memory of Peter Little

It is with great sadness that we remember Peter Little, a much-loved and respected member of the marching community.

Peter’s involvement in marching began in 1964, after his daughters became involved. Before long, all four of his daughters were marching, and Peter became deeply involved in the sport himself.

By the late 1970s, Peter was President of the Southland Marching Centre. He was a highly respected judge, judging at both South Island and National level, and was well known in his day as a top display judge. He also served as a Board Member of the New Zealand Marching Association and was a manager of the Rosedale Kilties teams.

Peter was honoured as a Life Member of Marching Southland, as well as being made a Life Member of Marching New Zealand in 1991, recognising his significant contribution to the sport.

Although he stepped away from active involvement in the late 1990s, Peter continued to follow and take an interest in marching throughout the years. We were honoured to have Peter join us at the last Nationals hosted in Southland in 2025.

His dedication and contribution have left a lasting legacy in Marching Southland and across New Zealand, and he will be remembered by the many people and generations of marchers whose lives he touched.

Rest peacefully, Peter. Your contribution to marching will never be forgotten.

Dawn Murphy, founder of Glendawn Marching Club, beloved coach, teammate, friend, idol, respected volunteer, and proud Marching Southland alumn.

Dawn was also the coach of the Southern Gold Leisure Marching Team and a devoted volunteer within Marching Southland. She was known for her bright, beautiful smile, her unwavering dedication, and the warmth she brought to everyone around her.

Dawn touched the lives of so many through her love of marching. Her passion, commitment, kindness, and infectious smile will be remembered by generations of marchers, coaches, volunteers, and friends.

Our deepest condolences go to Dawn’s family, friends, and all those who had the privilege of knowing and loving her.

Rest peacefully, Dawn. Your legacy will live on through the many lives you touched and the marching community you gave so much to.

You will be deeply missed. 🕊️