The Countdown has begun

Stand up New Zealand! The eyes of the world will be on New Zealand when we host the Rugby World Cup in approximately 85 days time. Held every 4 years, RWC this year is New Zealand's chance to showcase itself on the global stage and the country is buzzing with excitement and preparation.

We are expecting around 85,000 international visitors over the 6 weeks of games and there will be 20 nations playing in the 48-game tournament. It is going to be VERY exciting and we are thrilled that Daddy has managed to get 3 x tickets to 4 of the games being hosted in Wellington - and one of them is when NZ is playing.

As much as I had to endure reasonable (and unreasonable) 'cheek' from the UK side of the family 4 years ago, we are forever hopeful that NZ doesn't choke this time and lives up to its name as being the best rugby team in the world. Go Black!

Today, the RWC Trophy was at Scots College and the boys were able to go and see it and even have their photograph taken.

Get used to it everyone ... this trophy WILL be staying in New Zealand this time!