Monday
A tribute to Andrew Priest, past chairperson and member who sadly passed last week.
Aug 2, 2026
Due to Saturday night's Rāhui Notice, placed for the whole Waitemata estuary from Highbrook all the way out past Bucklands, for seven days from today until Sunday next week, the Nga Hau Maiangi Hard n Fast Regatta 5 (8th August), and the Manukau Taitamariki/Intermediate race 5 (August 9th), have been cancelled. Unfortunately this is beyond our control and the clubs wish to respect the rāhui that has been paced in the estuary. The clubs would like to take this opportunity to acknowledge all teams that have supported these two series, and wish all teams going to IVF Singapore all the best. Ngā mihi
Jul 30, 2026
Due to the impending unfavourable weather coming into Wellington, PCKC have made an early call to postpone Saturday's racing until Sunday August 2nd. All current entries remain valid for the change to Sunday. If you need to make changes for your club, the entry system has been re-opened for today only to change/withdrew teams. Please note, the day will still be cold, so make sure paddlers have the right gear for the conditions! PCKC Race Organising Team
Jul 27, 2026
Results from the event held on Saturday July 18th, have been uploaded to the web page.
Jul 21, 2026
Saturday July 25th, W1 event in Whanganui. Celebrate with Tai Awa Waka Ama Manatōpū on their first year anniversary as a club! If you're in the wider Auckland region, it's Race 4 of the Ngā Hau Maiangi Hard n Fast Regatta series, also on Saturday morning. For all event entries, please contact your club administrator.
Jul 16, 2026
From last Saturday's event have been added to the web page.
Jul 9, 2026
Due to lack of entries for this Sunday's Manukau Taitamariki/Intermediate race, it has been cancelled.
Jul 1, 2026
Waka Ama Aotearoa NZ is seeking a passionate and motivated Whaikaha Lead to help create positive and inclusive waka ama experiences for tāngata whaikaha across Aotearoa. Click the button below for more information about the role and to apply. Contact [email protected] if you have any additional questions
Jun 30, 2026
Waka Ama Aotearoa NZ is inviting Expressions of Interest (EOIs) from clubs and regions interested in partnering to host the 2027 Long Distance Nationals. As 2027 is an off-year for regional hosting, this process will identify clubs/regions with the capability, local support, and readiness to work alongside WAANZ to deliver the event. Applicants must have the endorsement of their region before submitting an EOI. EOI submissions close Tuesday 1 September 2027. If you have any questions contact [email protected]
Jun 29, 2026
There are at least 2 events on every weekend in July for paddlers to choose from. Spread from Auckland, to Rotorua, Tauranga, Hawkes Bay, Whanganui and Wellington. Get your winter paddle or Matariki fix sorted now, and enter by contacting your club administrators.
Jun 29, 2026
Ngā mihi nui ki ngā karapu me ngā kaihoe hoki, i haere mai ki te tautoko tēnei kaupapa, ko te Hoe Matariki. He tino hari mātou ki te kite a koutou. He rangi paki i te rā, he mahana i te rā ki a koutou aroha i mau mai ki kōnei. Nā reira, mihi maioha ki a koutou. A huge thank you to the clubs and paddlers who came to support Hoe Matariki. We were truly delighted to see you all. It was a beautiful, sunny day, warmed by the aroha you brought with you. A heartfelt thanks to you all.
Jun 15, 2026
Whanau, there are 4 more events on this weekend! All entries close midnight Wednesday June 17th. Don’t miss out! Saturday: Mauao Ocean Hoe #3, Ngā Hau Maiangi Hard n Fast #3; Sunday: Manukau Taitamariki/Int #3, and Hoe Tonga Winter Series #2 Mana Pasifika
Jun 15, 2026
Results are online from the June 13th event
Jun 9, 2026
Following an outstanding 2026 Sprint Nationals that exceeded growth expectations, and to ensure we continue creating space within both the participant experience, event schedule and venue capacity, please see below a number of important updates that will be introduced moving forward for our National Sprint Event.
Jun 9, 2026
Pakuranga OCC have re-scheduled the Narrowneck event to Saturday July 4th. Entries are open - same venue, same distances, same events. Please note, all existing entries have been removed. Paddlers will need to contact their club administrator to enter for the new date.
