Wimbledon here he comes!

Congratulations to our groundsman Tawera Tito who's heading to London to take up the opportunity of a lifetime – joining the 2026 Wimbledon grounds team preparing the courts for one of the world’s most prestigious tennis events.

The team will be looking after 18 grass courts, 20 grass practice courts and eight American Clay courts.  Nine tonnes of grass seed is used each year, with all courts re-lined, rolled and mown daily. 

It’s a wonderful opportunity for Tawera, a keen tennis player and golfer, who began his career in sports turf just two years ago when he was introduced to Mexteds through Partners Porirua Trust Youth 2 Work programme.  Last year he began his Sports Turf apprenticeship with Primary ITO and was recently awarded his Level 3 certificate. When he returns to Mexteds in November, his main goal is to finish his Level 4 and become fully qualified.