Kia ora koutou, Due to current biosecurity concerns regarding the potential invasion of golden clam, we have made the difficult decision to postpone our upcoming Te Wheke Waka Ama Regatta. We are actively working through the biosecurity requirements and mitigation measures to ensure our event can proceed safely and responsibly. Protecting our waterways and the wider waka ama community is our priority. The regatta will now be held in September. This timing has been intentionally chosen as it falls shortly before the Long Distance Nationals, providing paddlers with a strong lead-in event. It also returns Te Wheke to its beginnings, when our regatta traditionally coincided with the lead-up to Long Distance Nationals. We appreciate your understanding, patience, and continued support as we navigate this situation. Further details, including the confirmed September date and updated event information, will be shared as soon as possible. Ngā mihi nui, Taupō Waka Ama Club
An "Important Pānui" has been added to the event page, for all participants to read. It includes directions for those travelling on Friday, detailing road works and detours; and information about being in a National Park.
Information about purchasing an event tee for the event has been added to the event page. Orders close tonight, so get in quick to secure yours!
Register now for a BoardPro practical webinar on February 19th at 1:00pm. The webinar will help you understand what’s changing, what’s required, and how to prepare with confidence.
Clubs are required to complete re-registration and comply with the new Incorporated Societies Act by 5 April 2026 to maintain their incorporated status. For more info, a re-registration checklist & a compliant constitution template
The Results and Race Report from Saturday's event, have been added to the event page.
The Tuna e Hoe Ana – “Paddling with the eels” is a unique Alpine waka ama experience situated in the beautiful Kerr Bay, Lake Rotoiti in the Nelson Lakes National Park area. Hosted by Maitahi Waka Ama, races will be held on Friday 20th and Saturday 21st February. Contact your club administrator to enter
Entries for the 21st Ōmokoroa Dash are open! The event will be held at Ōmokoroa Domain on Saturday February 21st. A great whānau day with playground, BBQ and café facilities on site. Contact your club administrator to enter.
The Schedule and Lane Draw for Friday's regatta have been uploaded to the event page. Please remember to get your waivers completed before you arrive at the lake.
Find out more about the travel and accomodation deals House of Travel events can offer you and your team/club for Singapore.
Kerr Bay, Lake Rotoiti, Nelson Lakes
2km - 10km
Ōmokoroa Domain, Ōmokoroa
5km, 10km
TBC
Sprints
Lake Manuwai
Sprints
Okahu Bay, Tamaki Drive - Manukau Harbour, Mangere Bridge
18km-5km-5km
Lake Henley, Masterton
Sprints
Ngamotu Beach Ocean View Parade, New Plymouth
11km & 21km
Te Tauihu, Kaiteretere
52km Change race
Mangawhai Estuary
10-30km
Okahu Bay, Auckland
8km
Mount Maunganui
32km (W6)
Eastern Beach
Ngāmotu Beach, New Plymouth
Have a Go Day
Via Zoom
SGM
Lake Tikitapu, Rotorua
Sprints