LEGACY SESSIONS: Roger Bailey – 🕰️ Turn Back the Clock at Carlaw Park

LEGACY SESSIONS: Roger Bailey – 🕰️ Turn Back the Clock at Carlaw Park

For over a decade, these tapes have been locked in the vault. Now, we are opening them up 🔓📼. Welcome to the very first Carlaw Park Die Hards Legacy Session 🎙️. In this raw, unarchived interview recorded over ten years ago, we sit down with the legendary Roger Bailey to completely turn back the clock to the golden era of Auckland Rugby League 🏉✨. Before the bright stadium lights and modern contracts, there was the mud, the blood, and the unmatched, tribal atmosphere of Carlaw Park 🌧️🩸. We dive deep into the trenches with a man who lived it, breathed it, and left everything out on that sacred turf 😤💪. This is more than just an interview; it is the vital preservation of our game's history 📚. Whether you stood shoulder-to-shoulder on the terraces back in the day, or you are here to learn about the absolute titans who paved the way for today's generation, this is a must-listen 🎧🙌. Hit play ▶️, step back in time 🕰️, and let’s keep the legacy alive 💯. #CarlawParkDieHards #RogerBailey #LegacySessions #NZRugbyLeague #AucklandRugbyLeague #CarlawPark #RugbyLeagueHistory #TurnBackTheClock #DieHards #NZPodcasts

Carlaw Park Die Hards Podcast Episode 15 Gary Kemble

🔥 EPISODE 15 FINALE: GARY KEMBLE HOLDS NOTHING BACK! 🔥 🚨 IT'S THE SEASON 1 FINALE, DIE HARDS! 🚨 What an absolute ride this first season has been! To close out chapter one of the Carlaw Park Die Hards Podcast in true style, we are bringing you a heavy hitter for Episode 15: New Zealand Kiwis legend, Gary Kemble! From the legendary, muddy clashes at Carlaw Park to his iconic stints overseas and his time behind the coach's clipboard, Gary holds absolutely nothing back. We dive deep into the gritty reality of rugby league back in the day, the unbreakable brotherhood of the sport, and some cracking behind-the-scenes stories you won't hear anywhere else. It’s the perfect capstone to an incredible first season of preserving our rugby league history. But don't worry, the full-time whistle hasn't blown for us yet... Season 2 is already underway, and we have even more massive legends lining up to share their stories! 🔥 WE NEED YOUR HELP TO FINISH STRONG! 🔥 If you've loved the yarns in Season 1, do us a massive favour: 👉 LIKE this episode 👉 SHARE it with your mates and fellow league fans 👉 SUBSCRIBE / FOLLOW so you are the first to know when Season 2 drops! 📺 Watching on YouTube? Drop a comment and let us know your favourite moment from Season 1! Thank you for backing the Carlaw Park Die Hards. We couldn't do it without you. See you in Season 2! 🏉 #CarlawParkDieHards #GaryKemble #NZKiwis #RugbyLeague #RugbyLeagueHistory #SeasonFinale #Episode15 #NewZealandSport #DieHardsPodcast

Carlaw Park Die Hards Podcast Episode 14 Glen Moore "GM"

From the mud and blood of Carlaw Park to the VIP ropes guarding global superstars! 🤯 Join the Carlaw Park Die Hards for Episode 14 as we sit down with the ultimate rugby league journeyman, Glen "GM" Moore. This is a story of pure grit, unbelievable versatility, and a post-footy career that sounds like a Hollywood movie script. Whether he was doing the hard yards on the field or managing high-stakes security off it, GM holds nothing back in this explosive interview. In this episode, we dive into: * 🏉 The Grassroots Grind: His fierce local battles moving from Mt Albert to City Newton, before taking his talents south to Christchurch and Wellington. * 💥 The Ultimate Positional Shift: The insane, bone-rattling transition from flying on the wing to doing the heavy lifting in the front row. * 🇦🇺 Taking on the Aussies: Getting the legendary call-up for one very specific, brutal job—"softening up" the touring Australian Kangaroos! * 🕶️ VIP Security Secrets: Swapping the footy boots for the earpiece. Hear unbelievable stories about protecting David Tua, guarding Neil Diamond, and the reason he literally said "NO" to Michael Jackson. Hit play to hear a masterclass in toughness and old-school spirit. 👇 Support the Show! 👇 If you love these untold stories, please Follow the podcast, leave a rating, and share the episode with your mates to help us keep the memories of Carlaw Park alive! #CarlawParkDieHards #GlenMoore #Episode14 #RugbyLeagueHistory #NZRugbyLeague #LeagueLegends #WingerToProp #SofteningUpTheKangaroos #DavidTua #VIPSecurity #PodcastDrop

Carlaw Park Die Hards Episode 13 Roger Rota

Roger Rota | The Stylist of Carlaw Park In an era often defined by raw bulk and power, Roger Rota stood out as a true master of timing, vision, and technique. In Episode 13 of the Carlaw Park Die Hards, we trace the journey of a gifted back who turned the wing and center positions into an art form. From his early days as an opening bowler at Mt Albert Grammar to becoming a cornerstone of the Otahuhu Leopards, Roger’s story is a masterclass in the Auckland game. In This Episode, We Cover: The Cricket Roots: How a talent for the pitch translated to the footy field. The Ponsonby Connection: Following family tradition to the Ponsonby Ponies. A Journey of Growth: Life with the Otara Scorpions and the road back to the Ponies. The Defining Moment: The legendary training run at Mangere East that changed the course of his career. Style of Play: Why class and vision made him one of the most dangerous outside backs of his era. Roger Rota’s legacy still resonates within the Otahuhu Rugby League Club. Join us as we revisit the suburban grounds and the hallowed turf of Carlaw Park to celebrate a true league stylist.

Mark “Horse” Bourneville: The Original ‘Run It Straight’ Merchant

In Episode 12 of the Carlaw Park Die Hards, we’re joined by a man who defined "tough." Mark "Horse" Bourneville wasn't just a player; he was a one-man wrecking ball who lived by a simple creed: Run it straight. Horse openly admits he never figured out how to sidestep, and frankly, he didn't need to. Whether he was leading the charge for the New Lynn Stags and Mt Albert Lions or stepping into the ring as a "one tough customer" for Fight for Life, Horse knew exactly how to throw and exactly how to win. In this unfiltered, R18 conversation, we dive into: * The Original "Run It Straight" Guy: Why the direct route was the only route. * The Hard Runner: Stories from the Auckland club scene where reputation was earned on the run. * Fight for Life: Taking that toughness and aggression into the boxing ring and proving why he was feared across codes. * The Dual International Twist: The surreal experience of playing for France Rugby League against his own Kiwis, and the clinical satisfaction of sitting the New Zealand big men on their arses. This is Horse telling it like it is. No filters, no apologies, just the raw truth of a legendary career. Help us grow the Die Hards community! We’re building this for the fans of the real game. If you love these stories, please Like, Share, and Subscribe. Hashtags #CarlawParkDieHards #MarkBourneville #RunItStraight #NoSidestep #FightForLife #Horse #NewLynnStags #MtAlbertLions #NZKiwis #FranceRugbyLeague #AucklandRugbyLeague #FrontRow #RugbyLeagueLegends #SaddleUp #R18