Stories
Feb 26, 2024
Results and Report - James Bhutty Moore-morial Race 2024
The 2024 event saw many challenges as we had to change the race course to in the harbour for the first time in the 16 year history. Changing from 32km on the ocean to 12km x2 didn't appeal to many with almost 40 paddlers entered choosing not to compete. But it turned out to be one of the best events we've had with a guaranteed downhill run providing fun and also making some challenges for many paddlers. The first run was against the tide making the waves stand up and this kept the racing close. Paddlers were going wave for wave. I've never heard so much cheering during a race. Race 2 everyone now knew where to go. But this time there was less tide. More water and more wind. So races lines were still hard to pick for paddlers. People were able to see who they were behind in the first race and then know that they have to beat them by more in the second one. It got very tactical. Congratulations to our divisional and overall winners. Tupuria King Narada Bury Matt Walsh Jessica Mcduff Te Rina Leuburt Jaz Stevenson It was great to see a whole new podium in the women's division showing a bit of a change of guard. Thanks to all that trusted our decision to change course and made racing enjoyable. Our amazing sponsors. We have the best prize table around. Ocean Elements Vaikobi Paddle Sport NZ Paddling alliance industries Kai wa'a Redseal Musashi Kayak HQ Lolo Turkish Port of Tauranga More photos can be found on our Facebook page.
Feb 26, 2024
2024 Secondary School Waka Ama Nationals
Team entries close tomorrow! Please contact your school sports coordinator to enter. Event Merch Pre-Sale now online!
Feb 22, 2024
ACC RONGĀ MĀORI SURVEY 🌀
Did you experience or learn about rongoā Māori at the Sprint Nationals? Or want to learn more? Our friends at ACC New Zealand want to know your whakaaro – check out how you can share your thoughts below
Feb 16, 2024
Takapuna Beach Cup 2024 Updates!
Check out all the action via the Facebook page!
Feb 12, 2024
Te Rōpū Whaikaha o Ngā Kaihoe o Aotearoa - WANZ Disability Working Group - Member Announcement
Ngā mihi maioha ki a koutou, ngā mema o Te Rōpū Whaikaha! Waka Ama NZ is proud to announce the following members of the inaugural Te Rōpū Whaikaha!
Feb 12, 2024
2024 Waka Ama Sprint Nationals Survey - closing soon!
A reminder to please complete our Sprint Nationals Survey if you haven't already do. Submissions will close on Wednesday 14 February
Feb 9, 2024
TTVT Waitangi Day Regatta - Pānui 2 and Lane draw online!
If you have any questions or queries please let the organisers know on-site at the event āpōpō!
Feb 9, 2024
Maraetai Beach Challenge
Saturday 30th March 2024, Maraetai Beach, Auckland. Entries are now open - contact your club admin. Entries close March 26th. Hosted by Pakuranga Outrigger Canoe Club. Event info and pānui online now.
Feb 9, 2024
20 team limit - Enter now!
Tuakana Customs M2M 2024, Saturday 16th March 2024, Mount Maunganui. Contact your club admin NOW to enter. Entries close as soon as 20 entries are reached or 12th March. Hosted by Hei Matau Paddlers. Event info and pānui online now
Feb 8, 2024
Tāmaki Makarau Rangatahi it's time to get your school friends organised...
Auckland Secondary Schools Senior Regatta, Saturday 2nd March, 2024, Ian Shaw Park, Mt Wellington. Entries are open! Go see your Sports Coordinator to get your entries in. Entries close next week, February 14th. Hosted by College Sport Auckland and AROCA. Link to all the event info and pānui online now
Feb 8, 2024
Enter now!
Ōmokoroa Dash. Saturday 2nd March, 2024, at the Ōmokoroa Domain. Entries close 27th February, contact your club admin now to enter. Hosted by Tauranga Moana Outrigger Canoe Club. Event info and pānui online now.
Feb 7, 2024
Waka Ama NZ Job Vacancy: Marketing and Communications Coordinator
We are currently seeking a talented and motivated individual to join our team as a Marketing and Communications Coordinator. We want to hear from you if you are passionate about creating compelling content, managing social media, and ensuring consistent brand representation. Follow the link for more info and to apply!
Jan 30, 2024
Seeking two paddlers for LDNs 2024
Seeking two experienced, 60s wāhine, for long distance racing this year in preparation for LDNS in October 2024. Contact Anna 0272661229.
Jan 29, 2024
TOA Junior Championships
Here's an event for all rangatahi - Powhiri Friday Feb 23rd. Racing Saturday-Sunday February 24-25th 2024, Taipa Point, Taipa River. Entries open now! Contact your club admin to enter. Entries close Sunday Feb 18th. Hosted by 408 Community Trust in Association with Taiohi Mauri. Event info and pānui online now
Jan 29, 2024
32nd Annual Portage Crossing and Family Festival
Enter Now! Saturday 24th February, 2024. Starts at Okahu Bay, travels down the Tamaki estuary, hikoi to Mangere inlet, then paddle up the harbour to Mangere Bridge. Contact your club admin to enter. Entries close 21st February. Hosted by Manukau Urban Māori Authority and the Portage Crossing Trust. Event info and pānui online now
