20/08/2026
❝ It took years of hard work, patience, discipline, sacrifice and overcoming major injuries. But my vision was always clear and today, I stand as a proud natural bodybuilding champion. ❞
Sam is a bit of a local legend at Ministry of Social Development Takapuna. Known for his helpful nature and always up for a friendly chat with whoever walks through the door!
For 15 years, Sam has chased a goal in bodybuilding, training through study and through work since he moved from India to New Zealand in 2015.
This year, he competed in the WNBF New Zealand Pro for the first time and won in his division! Sam becoming the first Indian athlete in New Zealand to earn a WNBF Pro Card in a drug free federation.
MSD Takapuna wrote a lovely piece about Sam themselves recently, and one part really stood out - Sam described the office as feeling like a second home, saying, "the entire staff is like family. I am truly blessed."
A massive well done Sam! This one is well and truly earned, and we are proud to have you on our team.