Stories
Feb 3, 2014
News Article: Harbour race a family affair
Three generations of the Otumoetai-based Ryder family will race across the Tauranga Harbour in outrigger canoe crews this weekend. Seven-year-old Matthew and his brother Cameron, 9, will be paddling along with their parents, Alex and Becs, and 63-year-old grandmother Shirley in the Omokoroa Dash waka ama event on Sunday.
Feb 3, 2014
Results - Omokoroa Dash
Great fun out on the water today. Sunny conditions and a king tide were instore for paddlers. The 5km Whanau race was popular with several family teams entered.
Feb 3, 2014
Reminder 2014 Nationals Survey
If you haven't already....don't forget to give us your feedback from Nationals.
Jan 31, 2014
Takapuna Beach Cup: Safety Boat Information - Maritime NZ
Maritime NZ is now actively involved in the Takapuna Beach Cup's, On Water Safety Plan. On Saturday morning, Maritime NZ Officers will be conducting random checks to ensure the Support Boats taking part in the Event, meet the minimum requirements.
Jan 30, 2014
No Tauranga Harbour Challenge this year
Dear Padddlers & Supporters
Jan 28, 2014
Final reminder: entries for Mana Ocean Challenge close 31 Jan
Reminder that teams must submit an intent to race before being able to enter, and they must organise their own shuttles/canoes/trailers.
Jan 27, 2014
Outward Bound Scholarships
Need a challenge after the nationals? How about an Outward Bound Course?
Jan 22, 2014
James Moore Memorial Race 2014
Just recovered from Nationals? Missing seeing all your paddling mates? well make sure you get to the James Moore (Bhutty) Memorial Race. Its an awesome event!
Jan 22, 2014
Takapuna Beach Cup - Minimum Age
The Takapuna Beach Cup is now aligned with Waka Ama New Zealand Race Rule 50.2 regarding age eligibility for long distance open water events.
Jan 21, 2014
2014 Ace Cuthers Memorial Club Spirit Trophy Winners
In 2011 Nga Kaihoe o Aotearoa (Waka Ama New Zealand) initiated 2 new trophies to be awarded annually at the Sprint Nationals. The Trophies were carved by Matahi Whakataka Brightwell who has been instrumental in the re-birth and growth of the sport of Waka Ama in Aotearoa.
Jan 21, 2014
Omokoroa Dash 2014
Information is available for the Omokoroa Dash coming up on 2nd Feb. This is a really fun event not to be missed!
Jan 18, 2014
2014 Nats - Final Results
Amazing weather for the last day of racing, great to have you all here and hope you enjoyed the 25th anniversary of the Waka Ama Sprint Nationals
Jan 18, 2014
Te Karere: Waka Ama kaumātua still on top of his game
Frank Herbert is an old hand at waka ama racing. He commentated on the first Waka Ama Nationals in the 90s and continues to race today, despite the fact he turns 74 this year.
Jan 16, 2014
2014 Nats - Tafaga paddlers make Waka Ama semis
Tafaga canoe club paddlers Lupe and Sylvia Hesaie have qualified for the semi-finals of the women’s Under 19 V1 (single-man) 500-meter sprints on Lake Karapiro in Hamilton, New Zealand. Source Fiji Broadcasting Corporation
Jan 16, 2014
Nats 2014 - Club Points
Updated club points are now available after the first 2 days of racing. Email Lara at [email protected] if you spot any problems.
