ASB Good as Gold: Ari & Ngahina Capper

Ari and Ngahina Capper are founders of the STARS Rugby League Academy, an organisation creating lasting change for tamariki, whānau, and the wider community. What began as a rugby league programme has grown into a support system for more than 100 young people, grounded in all‑round hauora. Through consistent mentoring, structure, and belief, STARS nurtures physical strength, mental wellbeing, emotional resilience, and personal growth. The academy's impact is visible not only on the field, but also in the community connections that are formed through the programme. Ari and Ngahina’s leadership, alongside dedicated volunteers, reflects unwavering commitment, aroha, and belief in the potential of rangatahi, making STARS a truly transformational community programme. ASB is honoured to recognise their mahi with $10,000 as this week's ASB Good as Gold recipients.  - Due to the immense volume of comments 1News videos attract, we've made the decision to hold all comments for review, and in some cases, turn them off entirely. 1News is a media outlet based in New Zealand, and could potentially be liable for any comments that defame others or breach New Zealand law. Our content receives thousands of comments each day, and we lack the capacity to moderate that volume without holding comments for review. This decision ensures that our platform remains a safe and compliant space for all viewers. We appreciate your understanding and continued support. - For the latest news from Aotearoa and overseas: https://www.1News.co.nz | Stream more news and current affairs, consumer reports, and in-depth stories: https://www.tvnz.co.nz/news This is the official channel of TVNZ's 1News, where we deliver the latest news, in-depth journalism and expert analysis from reporters you can trust. - Join the 1News team on TVNZ+ and stream the latest news from Aotearoa New Zealand and overseas.