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Future Champions awarded funding grants

…for the fund, and to download an application form. The next funding round closes on 30 June 2024. The Trust is thankful for the generous support from Mitre 10 Mega…

Fit For Surgery, Fit for Life

…to understand nutrition and exercise that’s right for you. How does it work? Fit for Surgery, Fit for Life is a collaborative programme with Te Whatu Ora Whanganui that provides…

Governance Essentials for Clubs & Organisations

…workshop and a great opportunity for professional development for any organisation. The Chairperson’s Workshop will be held on Wednesday 11 April 2024, 6 –8pm and costs $250 per person. To…

Cullinane named Kura Wars pickleball champions

…committee members Hamish Randle and Daniel Heymann, who were on hand to oversee the competition and help with any tricky decisions. “Pickleball is easy to teach and learn and anyone…

Sport Ability Days for Whanganui, Ohakune

Sport Ability Days are inclusive events for tamariki and rangatahi who have varying needs to connect, be physically active, and try something new in a fun and safe environment. There…

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Hauora ki te Mahi

…How we support you You will meet with your Wellbeing Activator to discuss and together set a plan in place that will work for you and your needs, pre and…

Call for disability advocates to join network

…also currently canvassing our networks to get an idea about the demand for an all-terrain wheelchair that would be available for community use for disabled people and their families. Something…

Taniwha Poitūkohu

…24th 2024, base in Wanganui. The training program will include various amount of fitness and activities that will be life changing for our rangatahi. For me it’s about supplying a…

Whanganui Athletic and Harrier Club

…a fun and friendly environment for children, parents and caregivers, coaches, officials and volunteers. The club also offers: Online registration and payment options A range of programs and competitions Access…

Nominations open for the Whanganui Sports Hall of Fame

…generally coming from a club or an individual who is associated with the nominee. Previous nominations, though not inducted, are also still up for consideration.” Mayor Andrew Tripe says the…

Term 2 Youth Road Cycling Series

…is an awesome opportunity to test your skills and endurance. We can assist with any queries and provide entry, training, racing & equipment advice. Event Schedule 3.45pm: Registration Opens (You’ll…

Get checked, get active this Men’s Health Week

…To find out more, check out the Sport Whanganui website at sportwhanganui.co.nz, and keep an eye out for Sport Whanganui’s Men’s Health Week updates and videos on Facebook and Instagram….

ArtPlay at Artists Open Studios

…activities over the two weeks where young people can be creative and active, including: Creation Station An outdoor space for families to come and relax and get creative. Space, materials,…

Local businesses collect sports gear for kids.

…workplace or organisation. Whanganui Ruapehu Area Commander Neil Forlong says, “I think this is a great initiative from Sport Whanganui and it would be great for local people to get…