The 2026 hockey calendar is locked in, with key dates now confirmed for open grade, school and junior hockey competitions, and representative tournaments. Wellington is also set to host several major events in another exciting year ahead.

Wellington Hockey is launching a new fast-paced Hockey Nines Tournament on 7–8 March 2026, giving P1–P2 teams the perfect pre-season hit-out before winter. Players are encouraged to connect with their club and team mates to get their team sorted.

Wellington Hockey and the Hutt Valley Dodgers Softball Club will share the Fraser Park Pavilion this summer, giving softball a nearby home base while hockey continues as usual. The six-month trial won’t affect turf access, with changing rooms now accessible via the rear entrance.

Wellington Hockey is excited to renew its partnership with Paladin Sports as our official apparel provider. This collaboration ensures our community continues to enjoy high-quality, custom gear backed by excellent service and support.

Finals Weekend goes live! Thanks to Sportway, all three turfs at NHS will be live-streamed, with every final and 3v4 playoff match available to watch on HockeyTV. Check out the full draw on PlayHQ.

The Government’s new Online Casino Gambling Bill could reduce funding for grassroots sports by removing the requirement for online operators to return proceeds to community groups. We encourage clubs and members to make submissions before 17 August to help protect vital support for local sport.

Wellington Hockey Association has introduced a new Competition Environment Policy to address player misconduct, alongside updates to the Code of Conduct.

Thanks to a new partnership with Accountants Plus, who is now the NHS 2 Turf Sponsor, our community can enjoy twice as many live-streamed matches from both Cello NHS 1 and Accountants Plus NHS 2. All games are available to watch live or on-demand at HockeyNZ.tv.

We're reaching out to the hockey and business community to raise $11,000 for the final phase of the NHS Pavilion modernisation. With your support, we aim to purchase bar leaners and stools, and in return, we'll proudly display your name as a token of appreciation.