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Archive (2012 February)

  1. Paddler powers her way to elite scholarship

    Loving her first year of Bachelor of Recreation and Sport studies, waka ama paddler Olivia Mador-Puna feels lucky to have been awarded an EIT Elite Sportsperson Scholarship.
    Feb 01, 2012

  2. Takapuna Beach Cup - Paddler looking 4 team

    Horouta open men paddler and open women paddler, looking for team for Takapuna Beach Cup
    Feb 01, 2012

  3. Panui - Waitangi Hoe

    Venue: Paihia- Waitangi Roundabout Date: Sun 5th Feb 2012 Distance: 10km Host: Tirohanga Waka Ama
    Feb 01, 2012

  4. Worlds 2012 - Looking for Senior Master Men

    Attention: Senior Master Men, Manukau Outriggers are calling for experienced Senior Master Men who are able to commit time, energy and $ to being part of a dynamic Senior Master Men’s squad to compete in Calgary at the Worlds Sprints this year.
    Feb 01, 2012

  5. Lifejackets the focus on Rotorua lakes

    During February and March 2012 the Bay of Plenty Regional Council Lakes Maritime Unit will be randomly inspecting all boats, canoes and kayaks ensuring that they have the appropriate number of lifejackets and of the right size for each individual on their vessel. Failure to carry the correct number of lifejackets and or the correct size will incur an instant infringement of $200.
    Feb 01, 2012

  6. Lost - Paddle

    One of our club paddles was misplaced during the TPOTI Regional Sprint Regatta at Lake Puketirini in Huntly last year.
    Feb 01, 2012

  7. Waka race wins mangrove clearance

    A heritage water sports event which faced cancellation because of mangrove-clogged waterways has won a last-minute reprieve from Auckland Council.
    Feb 01, 2012

  8. LDN 2012 - Panui 1

    Panui 1 for the NZ Post National Long Distance Champs 2012: 21/22 April
    Feb 01, 2012

  9. Paddlers dig deep for gold

    GOLD PADDLING: J16 gold winners from left: Jesse Rihari, Manawa-Kaha Webb, Waimana Riedlinger-Kapa, Te Pou Taurua, Izrhael Parangi and Samuel Nathan. Source: Northern News
    Feb 02, 2012

  10. Panui - Rangitaiki River Race

    Venue: Thornton Beach, Whakatane Date: Sat 3rd Mar 2012 Distance: 10km Host: Waka Ama o Rangitaiki
    Feb 02, 2012

  11. Portage Crossing 20th year anniversary 11th Crossing

    Awesome line up of N.Z talent performing at Mangere Bridge Waterfront Rd Reserve family festival.
    Feb 02, 2012

  12. Reminder - James (Bhutty) Moore-morial race

    James Bhutty Moore-morial is this weekend and entries are pouring in. Those who are worried about the Rena situation. We get 4 updates a day from Maritime NZ and all is going fine and it will not affect the race from being run.
    Feb 03, 2012

  13. Maungatapu Dash

    It’s set to be a fantastic weekend ahead for the Maungatapu Dash race off Whareroa Beach in Tauranga. Notorious for its sprint start and carnage, the event is set to put on another spectacle for all involved.
    Feb 07, 2012

  14. Bhutty Race Video

    Some footage from the weekends racing
    Feb 07, 2012

  15. 2012 Calgary World Sprints Qualifying Regatta

    Please find attached the panui with all the information you need to keep informed about the Worlds Qualifying Regatta taking place at Lake Karapiro during Easter
    Feb 09, 2012

  16. Travel proposal from Orbit Travel for interested NZ travellers

    Here is an optional travel proposal for paddlers, teams and supporters, interested in travelling to the World Sprints
    Feb 09, 2012

  17. Panui - Bo Herbert Memorial Race

    Early bird draw for Bo's Race closes today Enter in full by the end of today and your name will go into draw, 1 person will win their entry back, so far 15 people have entered to do the solo race and a womens team and a mens team in the w1 relay
    Feb 10, 2012

  18. Rotohoe Series Info for 25 Feb

    Rotohoe Series Info for the race coming up on 25 February
    Feb 10, 2012

  19. Results - Maungatapu Dash 2012

    Thank you to the clubs and teams that attended the race today. We were fortunate enough to have some nice weather, and some great racing
    Feb 14, 2012

  20. Maori water safety co-ordinator spreads message

    SAFETY FIRST: Jamille Ruka is keen to develop a water safety programme to protect not only his whanau, including daughter Hinemairangi, but Maori across Northland. Source: Northern Advocate
    Feb 14, 2012

  21. Takapuna Beach Cup

    It’s not how big you are, its how big your dreams are!! Whilst most teams have finalized their boats and crews, others are still engaged in discussions to determine their line-ups. For all teams, both settled and prospective, certain things are set in stone.
    Feb 14, 2012

  22. Important information for Takapuna Beach Cup participants

    To all Paddlers and Supporters the following is an update on events for our 3 Days of Waka Ama Paddling
    Feb 14, 2012

  23. Photos - Bhutty Race

    Some pics and vid's from the Bhutty race, held on 5th-6th Feb 2012. James Moore-Morial 32k Downwind Event from Maketu to Mt Maunganui. Courtesy of Opa Roozy
    Feb 15, 2012

  24. REMINDER: Elected Board Member Nomination - Extension

    We have extended the date for nominations to be recieved. Nominations for the elected position are now due by 5pm Friday 17th February
    Feb 15, 2012

  25. Lost Paddle - Waikato river

    Lost 52’ paddle – black with pink finger grip and brown handle – Sommer brand. Lost Saturday morning 25th Jan, Waikato river between Whitiora bridge and Pukete Riding club boat ramp.
    Feb 15, 2012

  26. REMINDER: Panui - Bridges Race

    A reminder that entries close today for the Waitakere Bridges Race. Please submit your entry to waitakereocc@gmail.com by 11.59pm today as we need to know numbers attending so that we can get the t-shirts to the printer. Kia ora.
    Monday

  27. World Sprint Trial - Online Entries

    Online Entries are now available for the upcoming World Sprint trials at Easter please direct queries to worlds@wakama.co.nz
    Monday

  28. For Sale - Surfrigger

    Good condition. Colour : White with black strip. Complete with accessories (aluminium kiatos, ama, rudder, paddle holder, number holder, pedals)
    Monday

  29. Hawkes Bay Club - Paddlers Wanted for Tahiti Trip

    Hawkes Bay Club seeking 2 fit, experienced Kaihoe for Tahiti Trip March 15th. Prefer J19's or mature J16.
    Monday

  30. Panui - Wellington Secondary Schools Waka Ama Regatta

    Venue: Onepoto Domain, Porirua Date: Sat 3rd Mar 2012 Distance: Sprints Host: Hoe Tonga Pacifica Waka Ama Association
    Monday

  31. Results - Bhutty Race

    Thanks so much for the great 2 days. It was awesome to watch the great racing and see everyone enjoying the conditions. Reports said lite winds, but James stepped up for us and gave everyone what they came for. Sun, Surf and great people.
    Monday

  32. Mates Paddle For Life

    Mates Paddle For Life is a challenge to cancer on the water and is the brainchild of brothers Tere and Numa Kiriau.
    Monday

  33. Reminder - Bo's Race

    Please get your entries in today for the Bo Herbert Memorial Race
    Monday

  34. Takapuna Beach Cup Photos

    Photos from Takapuna Cup courtesy of Garrick Cameron
    Monday

  35. Voting for Elected Board Member position

    We have received 3 Nominations for the position of Elected Board Member of Waka Ama NZ (Nga Kaihoe o Aotearoa) Incorporated.
    Tuesday

  36. Postponed - Bridges Race

    Thanks to the Teams that entered this event. Unfortunately we do not have the numbers to justify what we had planned for this important Waitakere 21st birthday event. So we have decided to postpone until later in the year when more paddlers are free to attend.
    Tuesday

  37. Panui - Rotohoe Race

    DoC require that ALL WAKA are decontaminated before they are allowed on Rotoma. DoC will be onsite from 7.30am that morning to carry out the spraying.
    Tuesday

  38. Team Kingfisher back and better than ever

    POWER PLAY: Team Kingfisher (left to right) Troy Dolman, Sean Herbert, Bryce Irving, Matt Clutterbuck, Conan Herbert and Paul Roozendaal in action at the Takapuna Cup at the weekend. Source: Rotorua Daily Post
    Tuesday