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Oct 24, 2024

Entries Open - Regional Sprints and W1 Qualifying events

Entries are now open for some of the W1 Regional qualifying events (see dates below). All paddlers wishing to compete for one of the quota spots should read the event information on the website, and then contact their club administrators to register. Please note: all paddlers need to be affiliated for the new WANZ season to be eligible to enter. ** AROCA: W1 - 9 and 10th November at Killarney Park, Lake Pupuke. ** Hoe Tonga: W1 and W6 - 16 - 17th November, Lake Henley, Masterton. ** TWOA: W1 and W6 - Saturday 7th December, Lake Ruger (formally South Eyre Lake). ** TPOTI: W1 and W6 - 7 and 8th December at Lake Karāpiro.

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Oct 24, 2024

We’re hiring! Waka Ama NZ Regional Development Coordinator - Hoe Tonga Region

In collaboration with the Hoe Tonga Pacifica Waka Ama Association (HTPWAA), Waka Ama NZ is currently seeking a talented and motivated individual to join the team as a Regional Development Coordinator in the Hoe Tonga region (part-time 12 month contract). If you are passionate about driving and facilitating the growth and development of Waka Ama in the region including regional events, we want to hear from you!

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Oct 23, 2024

Te Waka o Aoraki welcome a new South Island club

Nau mai, welcome Waimakariri Outrigger Canoe Club to our wider whanau in Te Waka o Aoraki and in Aotearoa. The club is located just out of Christchurch based in the Waimakariri area close to the river.

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Oct 22, 2024

Hoe Tonga Pacifica Waka Ama Association welcome a new club

Nau mai, welcome River City Waka Ama Club who are based on the Whanganui River as the latest club to become affiliated to Waka Ama NZ.

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Oct 17, 2024

Entries Open - Waka Te Tasman

Motueka Waka Ama Club invite you to their annual Waka Te Tasman event on November 15 and 16th 2024, at Kaiteriteri Beach. Various distance events available. Contact your club admin to enter. Entries close on Thursday Nov 7th

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Oct 16, 2024

Welcoming two new clubs

Two new clubs have been added to the Waka Ama Whanau in the AROCA and TPOTI regions.

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Oct 14, 2024

2025 Waka Ama Sprint Nationals - Entries Open

Entries opened today for the 2025 Waka Ama Sprint Nationals, and close on December 13th 2024. Pānui 1 has also been uploaded to the event page and sent to all cubs and region administrators.

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Oct 10, 2024

Long Distance Nationals - Event Merchandise

Did you miss out on getting LDN merch? Get in quick, place your order, and have it delivered to your whare. Orders close October 27th.

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Oct 10, 2024

Long Distance Nationals - Feedback survey

Inviting all kaihoe, coaches, managers and whanau who attended the Long Distance Nationals in Gisborne, to provide feedback on the event.

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Oct 6, 2024

Long Distance Nationals - Full results uploaded

Results from all three days of racing at the Long Distance Nationals in Gisborne, are now on the event page.

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Oct 2, 2024

Long Distance Nationals - Updated Schedule

Due to the adverse weather forecasted we have decided to postpone Thursday's scheduled races to Sunday (6th Oct), Friday and Saturday will remain the same. Pōwhiri is at 1pm (Thursday 3 Oct) onsite

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Oct 1, 2024

24/25 Season - Affiliation & Fees

1 October marks the start of a new waka ama season - you can now affiliate your members for 24/25 season. Your current club members will be retained in your Members List and ready for your Club Rep to affiliate for the new season. There will be an increase in affiliation fees of $2 across all age groups - the first increase in these costs since 2007. Follow the link for more info.

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Sep 30, 2024

Entries Open - Rotohoe 20 Year Commemorative Race

Ruamata Waka Ama Club invite you to participate in the Rotohoe 20 Year Commemorative Race at Reeme St Reserve, Ngongotahā, Rotorua, Saturday November 2nd, 2024. W6 event - 500m, 1500m and 10km events. Fun, family waka challenges also happening. Contact your club admin to enter. Entries close Tuesday October 29th

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Sep 30, 2024

Entries Open - Taupo Lake Crossing

Taupo Waka Ama Club invites experienced W6 teams to enter the Taupo Lake Crossing event, scheduled for Labour Weekend Saturday, October 26th, at Ferry Rd, Tapuaeharuru Bay, Lake Taupo. Maximum number of entries is 25 teams. Contact your club administrator to enter. Entries close Monday October 21st.

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Sep 27, 2024

Entries Open - Ki Uta Ki Tai Waka Ama Challenge

Te Ara a Kewa Waka Ama Trust invite you to enter the annual Ki Uta Ki Tai Waka Ama Challenge event. Held on Labour Weekend, Saturday October 26th, at Lake Te Anau. There are races for rangatahi and pakeke, ranging from 1.5km to 15km, and a whanau festival all day. Contact your club administrator to enter. Entries close Tuesday October 22nd.

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