Wayne Feaver main gain for Wrights Bush rugby in 1976.........

Wrights Bush looked a very strong side in 1976 and with the calibre of John Hall at No. 8, Leicester Rutledge and Wayne Feaver as their flankers, what more could you ask for?

Barry Livingstone came from Ohai and represented Western in the locking position, and Graeme Cooney had transferred from Waikiwi.
Promoted juniors were Alistair White, who played for Central colts.
Hec Mitchell, the Central captain was the obvious choice for the team's captain.
John Ellis, Max Anderson and Murray McDonald are talented players from the Central squad.
Ellis had played for Southland at first five eight.

Reference:  Otautau Team Hit Hard.  The Southland Times April 1976