The latest news from Rutherford & Bond and King Toyota
Catch up on all the latest news from our team at Rutherford & Bond and King Toyota. Read about our community updates, workshop actions, car launches, events, and more.
Releasing kiwi in Wellington’s Backyard
Five kiwi, one memorable journey. Our team recently joined The Capital Kiwi Project to help transport these iconic birds to their new home in the Wellington region.
Cabbage Picking with Kaibosh
A day on the farm for a great cause. Our team joined Kaibosh Food Rescue to help collect cabbage that would have otherwise been left in the field, supporting their mission to rescue food and feed local communities.
Partnering with Du’Plessis Kirifi and Mila Reuelu-Buchanan
New partnerships, shared values. We’re thrilled to welcome Du'Plessis Kirifi and Mila Reuelu-Buchanan to the Rutherford & Bond and King Toyota family as Brand Guardians.
All Blacks Day Out
Thanks to Toyota New Zealand’s partnership with New Zealand Rugby, 25 young players from Manawatū Rugby Club and 25 from Paraparaumu Rugby Football Club were treated to an unforgettable morning with the All Blacks at Ākau Tangi Sports Centre in Wellington.
Building Champions with Lewis Clareburt
Over the month of August, on early Sunday mornings, we had the privilege of hosting a very special three-part swim clinic alongside our ambassador, Lewis Clareburt.
King Toyota is Expanding
We’re excited to share some great news with our Hutt Valley community: the King Toyota Lower Hutt service department expansion is now complete! Our brand-new extension means more space, more expert Toyota technicians, and faster service to keep you moving.
Black Ferns visit Maidstone Intermediate
Thanks to Toyota New Zealand and New Zealand Rugby, the Black Ferns made a special visit to Maidstone Intermediate for an afternoon filled with inspiration, connection, and fun.
Meals that Matter
Recently, a few of our staff joined forces with The Kai Ika Project– Wellington, Everybody Eats, and Te Rūnanga o Toa Rangatira to support an incredible community initiative.
Our Community
Behind every strong community are real connections, the people and organisations who show up, give back, and create lasting impact.
Black Ferns Day Out
Empowering the next generation of wahine toa with the Black Ferns. Thanks to Toyota New Zealand’s partnership with New Zealand Rugby, nine passionate junior girls from Pōneke Football Club were treated to an unforgettable rugby experience, attending the Black Ferns Captain’s Run ahead of an epic double header in the capital on Friday 11th July.
New Hoops, Big Smiles at Porirua School
The first set of brand-new basketball hoops is officially up and in action at Porirua School – and the excitement from the tamariki is contagious!
2024 Awards Night
Staff from Rutherford & Bond and King Toyota came together at the new home of Lexus of Wellington to celebrate a year of hard work and shared success in 2024.
Gumboot Friday
Gumboot Friday was an opportunity for our staff to get involved and support a great cause.
Life Education
We are excited to share our new partnership with Life Education Wellington who provide health and wellbeing education to kids.
Workshop Update
As the Toyota carpark expands, so do our service capabilities at Rutherford & Bond and King Toyota.
Capital Kiwi Visit
The Capital Kiwi Project offered us the opportunity to get up close and personal with our national icon, the Kiwi.
Tokomanawa Queens
Game Changes. Rule Breakers. Tribe of Queens. Rutherford & Bond and King Toyota are proud to renew our partnership with the Tokomanawa Queens.
Lewis Clareburt
Once a Wellingtonian, always a Wellingtonian. We are thrilled to renew our partnership with Lewis Clareburt.