Stories
Friday
Waka Ama Elected Board Member - Tui Pukepuke (McCaull)
On behalf of Waka Ama NZ and our waka ama whānau, we warmly congratulate Tui Pukepuke on being elected to the Waka Ama NZ Board. Tui brings a wealth of knowledge, experience, and skills, and we look forward to working alongside her to continue growing and strengthening waka ama for all our whānau. Nau mai ki te poari o Waka Ama Aotearoa NZ, Tui
Friday
ACC Making learner licensing fun at Secondary School Nationals
Waka Ama Secondary School Nationals provided a great opportunity for NZTA/Waka Kotahi, supported by ACC, to connect with tamariki, parents, teachers, career advisors and kura to promote their range of free driver education resources.
Wednesday
Mangere Bridge to French Bay Regatta - Saturday September 13th - POSTPONED
Due to the predicted high wind forecast, this event has been POSTPONED. Host, Portage Crossing Traditional Canoeing and Sailing Association, will be in contact with the new date as soon as it is confirmed.
Wednesday
Mauao Ocean Hoe Series – Race 4 - Saturday September 13th - CANCELLED
Due to the predicted high wind forecast this weekend, this event has been CANCELLED. Host club Hoe Aroha Whanau O Mauao Outrigger Canoe Club, will be in contact with club administrators to process any refunds due.
Tuesday
Future Scheduling of IVF World Championships - Aotearoa Member Club Consultation
The International Va’a Federation (IVF) Board has recently released a memo regarding the future scheduling of World Sprint and World Distance Championships beyond 2026. As part of this process, they are seeking feedback from all member federations to help guide their decision-making.
Tuesday
Ngā mihi – IVF World Distance Championships 2025
Waka Ama NZ congratulates our incredible paddlers who represented Aotearoa at the IVF World Distance Championships 2025 in Niterói, Brazil. Our teams paddled with pride and determination, bringing home 2 Gold, 6 Silver, and 4 Bronze medals across multiple divisions.
Sep 5, 2025
Ki Uta Ki Tai Waka Challenge - Entries Open
Plan ahead for the next long weekend to be in Te Anau - Saturday October 25th. Extra events added for rangatahi and senior paddlers. Contact your club admin to enter.
Sep 3, 2025
Metua Ewart Memorial Series - Race 1 - Entries Open
Akarana Waka Ama invites paddlers to enter this Memorial event to be held Saturday September 20th at Killarney Park, Lake Pupuke, Takapuna.
Sep 3, 2025
Turangawaewae Waka Sports 20th Anniversary Regatta - Entries Open
October 4th at Turangawaewae Marae. Distances 8km and 15km, J16 to Golden Master. Contact your club administrator to enter
Aug 18, 2025
Results - Ngā Hau Maiangi Hard n Fast Regatta 6
Held August 9th, have been added to the event page
Aug 16, 2025
Waka Ama Elected Board Member Voting 2025
Voting closes on 11 September 2025. Please see the nominee profiles and voting process details below.
Aug 14, 2025
Entries Open - Rotohoe Series - Race 4 - Waikawau/Hannahs Bay Reserve Rotorua
Last race in the series. 6km, 10km, 14km. Contact your club administrator to enter
Aug 11, 2025
Entries Open - New event - Twin Harbours Paddler Series 2
Mana Pasifika Outrigger Canoe Club are hosting Race 2 of the Hoe Tonga Paddler Series, Saturday August 23rd. Long distance (9km and 17km), W6 options, Men, Women, Mixed. Contact your club administrator to enter today.
Aug 11, 2025
Entries Open - Mauao Ocean Hoe Series – Race 3
Hoe Aroha Whanau o Mauao welcomes entries to Race 3. August 23rd, W6 crews, 10km and 16km options. Contact your club administrator to enter today.
Aug 7, 2025
Results - Ngā Hau Maiangi Hard n Fast 2025 Series #5
Results from the July 12th event can be found on the event page
