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Waka Ama Foundation Coaching Course - Auckland Sat 1st July

Don't miss the chance to attend this course delivered by Corrina Gage, registrations are closing at midnight on Wednesday. The two modules covered in this course are How to Coach and Coaching Paddling Basics.

Matariki - Great Harbour Challenge 2017 entries extended until Friday

Entries are now closing midnight Friday 30th June and Panui 2 including maps are available below.

AROCA New Board Member

At its meeting on 20 June the AROCA Board formally welcomed its new Board Member, Julia Pua-Tipokoroa. Julz is a long-time member of Waitakere and has been part of Waitakere’s Executive for many years. Julz brings a wealth of knowledge and skills to the Region and the Board is delighted to have her assisting us in our current and future endeavours.

Hoe Matariki Regatta 2017 - Results

Parihaka Waka Ama hope you enjoyed Hoe Matariki 2017. The weather was beautiful and we were delighted to see so many regular faces who continue to support our regatta.

AROCA Series 15 July W6 Event 2 Panui 1 available

Something for everyone - 5km short course race at Okahu Bay or a challenging 20+km course, Okahu Bay to Maraetai or Maraetai to Okahu Bay. contact [email protected] if you want any assistance. See you all there

Te Uranga o Te Ra Winter Series

5 events hosted by 5 clubs from around the Te Uranga o Te Ra Region. The first event Matariki on the Clive Awa hosted by Heretaunga Ararau o Ngati Kahungungu Waka Ama Roopu. Online entries are open and race info is online!

Results for Race 1 of the Hoe Tonga Paddla Series

What a kick off to this year’s Hoe Tonga Paddla Series. 24 teams competed on the day, in excellent racing conditions. Results can be found online and points tally.

AROCA Series 10 June W6 Results Online

Prelim results are now available online, any questions or corrections send to [email protected] by Wednesday. Points tables will be updated and circulated at the end of the week.

Ice Breaker Challenge 2017 - Results

Great weekend of racing, results are now online

RESULTS: Rotohoe 3 - Tarawera

Foundation Coaching Courses - rolling out from 1st July

Another round of Foundation Coaching Courses are being delivered across the country so keep an eye out for one near you. First up is Auckland on 1st July followed by Whanganui on 13th August.

May prize draw winners

Congratulations - our winners are:

May members prize draw

Our prizes this month are donated by Boa Straps Ltd and Voyager Trailers. Check out their listings on our Equipment Suppliers page.

Stolen Waka Ama W6 Trolley's and wheels

Stolen Waka Ama W6 Trolley's and wheels Tui Tonga Canoe Club humbly seeks any assistance from the wider Waka Ama community, last week our compound at the Waterfront Reserve on Coronation Road, Mangere Bridge was broken into and two W6 trolley's and two trolley wheels were stolen. The trolley's were made by Graham Cawood. These trolleys are distinctive due to their full stainless steel construction and they have our club initials "TTCC" welded on to the main cross beam (please refer to the photos). The police have been notified but if you have any information that may lead to the recovery of these items do not hesitate to contact me via phone or email to [email protected] Malo 'aupito Fole (Daleki) Finau Tui Tonga Canoe Club 021840337

Mid-May members prize draw winners

Congratulations to our winners: