Costume planning for the capital's biggest party of the year, the Wellington Sevens, will step up a notch with news $25,000 is up for grabs for the best outfits.
The Sevens are on February 3 and 4, and the announcement from Museum Art Hotel owner Chris Parkin that he isdonating $30,000 - $5000 for set-up and $25,000 for prizes - will give added incentive to last-minute costume preparation.
A catwalk would be set up at the stadium on Friday and Saturday, with the winners announced on the field on Saturday night - finals night, Mr Parkin said.
"While the Sevens has done much to enhance Wellington's reputation as a vibrant and friendly city, it is the fans who transformed this rugby tournament into an international extravaganza," he said.
"And this is (my) way of recognising the contribution the fans make."
Now we know there is always a good number of Northlanders who grace the Cake Tin for the Sevens. We're keen to know what Northlanders are getting dressed up as for this years big day out. Get in touch with us by emailing reporters@northernadvocate.co.nz with all your contact details - and be ready for a pic and interview ! Or let us know what your mates are up to.
