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Aorere Splash 2026 (Sanctioned)

Venue:

Te Tauihu, Kaiteretere

Date:

Sat 7th Mar 2026

Distance:

52km Change race

Host:

Motueka Waka Ama Club

Contact Details

Name: Callum

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Description

South Island Change race
Motueka Waka Ama Club welcomes you to make a splash with us at the new South Island changeover event held along the tranquil shores of Te Tai o Aorere (Abel Tasman National Park). 

The event has now been simplified and will just the 52km race with three divisions (Men's, Women's. and Mixed). This iconic changeover event will take you and your team on an adventure to remember along an ancient waka highway past remote beaches and unique golden granite coastlines through marine reserves and uninhabited pest and predator free islands. We garrenteee You will feel satisfied and refreshed after experiencing what this coastline has to offer.

Please read the the pānui carefully and dont hesitate to reach out for any help.

Please note: Safety Boat briefing will be held on Friday evening 7pm Bethany Park office 88 Martin Farm Road, Kaiteriteri 7197 (Skippers must attend)

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