Sport Waikato - Waikato

Saturday, 4 February 2012

Waikato

Kia Ora! Our primary aim at Sport Waikato is to “Make sport and physical activity happen in our region”. We do this in a number of ways, predominantly through working with young people and increasing their participation in recreation and sport, helping the community become more aware of the benefits of a healthy lifestyle, assisting in the development of local clubs, and in providing some leadership in encouraging a coordinated and collaborative approach to sport and physical activity.

Morgan Kutia

District Coordinator - Waikato district

I have been involved in playing and coaching sport for over 40 years through rugby, rugby league and touch football. I also have a real interest in martial arts, basketball and boxing as well as a passion for any sport that promotes healthy lifestyles, positivity and continuous improvement. I believe in the motto “The man at the top of the mountain didn’t fall there”.

We are only too willing help clubs, teams and individuals within the community achieve their goals.

Amiria McGarvey

District Coordinator - Waikato District

Waikato District is made up of two parts: Waikato and North Waikato. Morgan Kutia coordinates Waikato and I cover North Waikato including Huntly, Te Kauwhata, Meremere and recently we have merged to work alongside Counties Manukau.

Our primary aim at Sport Waikato is to “Make sport and physical activity happen in our region.” Therefore we endeavour to support sport clubs, workshops, events, council and communities to help make this happen.

Waikato District Events & Courses

Walking Tracks

The district also has many outdoor recreation options available and free to the public, which include DOC managed tracks on the Hakarimata ranges (374m) where you can gain access from either Brownlee Avenue or Parker Road, or climb Taupiri Maunga (288m) by first following the rail tracks around to the right side of the mountain until you come to thye start of the bushwalk.

Lake Hakanoa Walkway

Flat track (1 circuit of lake). Surface is a combination of tarseal and metal which forms approximately 2/3 of the track surface. Walking time at a steady pace is approximately 45 minutes. Starting point from the Huntly Domain, off Wight Street.

Points Of Interest
Wildlife and fishing jetties

Time: 45 mins

Distance: 4 kms

Raglan

Bridge to bridge circuit.Start at the council buildings at the far end of town.walk down to estuary and cross footbridge to Kopua domain.

Follow road access to your to your left crossing two bridges to complete tthe circuit and make your wayback to town and the council buildings.

Points Of Interest
Scenic with beach views

Time
30 mins

Waipa Esplanade, Ngaruawahia

Starts at The Point and follows walkway along Waipa River, then veers left through town back to start.

Other Access Issues
Wheelchair accessible - will need a friend.

Time
40 mins

Hakarimata Ranges

The Hakarimata Ranges has a number of entry points:

Two entry points in Ngaruawahia. The easier of the two is on Brownlee Ave. This is suitable for the family and walking enthusiasts. The first part of the track is in good condition and takes on average 30mins to get to the damn. From the damn to the top of the rangers the track becomes difficult and is suited to regular hikers and those familiar with the track.

A third entry point is in Huntly on Parker Rd. The track conditions are good all the way through and offer two ways up. One through the Kauri Loop and the other straight up. This track is suitable for anyone of all ages as there is resting bays all the way up. This is a popular enjoyable track.

Waikato District Community Exercise Options

Whats on in the Waikato district?

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