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18/12/2018
For the second year running, Hamilton based entrepreneurs Josh & Emma Kersten have given away bikes to deserving children with their initiative Giveabike.
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06/12/2018
Commonwealth Games medalists make up outstanding line up of Finalists for the 2018 Brian Perry Waikato Regional Sports Awards
03/12/2018
Montessa Tairakena and Campbell Crouch have already experienced success on the world stage...
Errol Newlands has been delivering Secondary School events for Waikato student-athletes for almost eighteen years...
Last term was the end of an era for Te Kuiti High School with the retirement of Bruce Stephens as Principal.
29/11/2018
School holidays can be both a welcome break from routine and a challenge to keep kids occupied...
The main aim of Project Energize is to increase the quality and quantity of physical activity and improve the nutritional status of Primary and Intermediate aged school children in the Waikato.
Sport NZ has launched a nationwide public consultation on a review into sport integrity..
28/11/2018
How we welcome, connect and celebrate volunteers in sport really matters!
27/11/2018
Woodchopping’s Chris Lord Jnr named as Sportsperson of the Year at the 2018 The Lines Company Waitomo District Sports Awards
26/11/2018
In the last few months the Waikato Secondary Sports Association adopted an inaugural Strategic Plan to support its focus...
23/11/2018
Sport Waikato’s highly successful Under 5 Energize programme is now being offered in Northland.
Natasha Cairns claims Sportsperson of the Year title at Sport Waikato’s Hauraki/Thames-Coromandel District Sports Awards
Strongest Man Jayson Woods named as Sportsperson of the Year at the 2018 Waikato District Sports Awards.
22/11/2018
Thames Valley Secondary Schools cluster held two cluster events during week 4 of this term. Firstly the “3x3” Basketball hosted by Te Aroha College and held at the Te Aroha Events Centre.
21/11/2018
With all the healthy eating information out there, it can be really confusing to know exactly what you should be eating to maintain good health!
Joelle King named Sportswoman of the Year at Waipa Networks District Sports Awards
16/11/2018
Cycling’s Jim McMurray wins Sportsperson of the Year award at the Mercury South Waikato District Sports Awards
15/11/2018
Football’s Mark McKenzie takes out Coach of the Year at The Lines Company Otorohanga District Sports Awards
14/11/2018
Golfer Pam Wright nets Sportsperson of the Year at Ingham’s Matamata Piako District Sports Awards
13/11/2018
Nicole van der Kaay again takes out the Premier Sportsperson of the Year at the Wairakei Resort Taupo District Sports Awards
Five worthy Service to Sport recipients recognised at the Hamilton City Sports Awards
05/11/2018
Waitomo nominees have been announced!
Hauraki/Thames-Coromandel nominations are in!
Otorohanga nominees have been announced!
Matamata Piako nominees have been announced!
Taupo nominees have been announced!
02/11/2018
Waikato district nominees have been announced!
01/11/2018
Hamilton nominees have been announced!
30/10/2018
South Waikato nominees have been announced!
Waipa nominees have been announced!
04/10/2018
A group of local community leaders brought together by Water Safety New Zealand (WSNZ) recently met to set the vision for a new water safety strategy for the Waikato region.
01/10/2018
Volunteers are a significant part of community sport and without them many sports would simply not be able to take place.
19/09/2018
On Tuesday 18th September Sport Waikato spent the day helping out in the community as part of its ‘Good Sorts for Sport’ community day.
10/09/2018
Female secondary school students across the Waikato region are beginning to see physical activity in a different light.
29/08/2018
Sport Waikato is giving its staff time off work duties to spend the day helping out on community projects.
28/08/2018
Give us some brief details and we'll do the rest!
23/08/2018
CEO Matthew Cooper believes that sport and recreation needs to become better when working with volunteers
17/08/2018
Some changes are evolving in the far north of the Thames Coromandel district for young sportspeople.
16/08/2018
It’s time to acknowledge 2018 sporting excellence in the Waikato region by nominating your sportspeople and sports supporters.
15/08/2018
In the last twelve months the Secondary School sports space has undergone some changes to support quality delivery of sport and recreation activities for our secondary schools students across the Waikato region.
30/07/2018
Sport Waikato’s focus on health and safety in the workplace, with particular regard to the safety of those who drive Sport Waikato vehicles, has had a huge impact on their staff’s driving behaviour.
15/06/2018
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30/05/2018
Good Sorts for Sport is back for 2018!
02/05/2018
Sport Waikato’s exciting new programme helps families to make healthy changes
07/02/2018
Black Fern Toka Natua shines at Brian Perry Waikato Regional Sports Awards
09/01/2018
When you sign up for SmartHealth you'll get access to HealthTap, an online platform and mobile app.
30/11/2017
Winners from the finalists released today will be announced at the prestigious 2017 Brian Perry Waikato Regional Sports Awards, which celebrates and acknowledges sporting excellence and service in the greater Waikato region.
28/11/2017
Neil Pratt has been successful in earning the title of Sportsperson of the Year, competing throughout New Zealand during 2017 and maintaining a high shooting average which has kept him in the highest echelon of shooters nationwide.
24/11/2017
New Zealand and Whangamata local golden girl Ella Williams was named Sportsperson of the Year at the Hauraki/Thames Coromandel District Sports Awards held on Thursday night at the Thames Civic Centre.
16/11/2017
Chantelle Cassidy has taken out the title of Sportsperson of the Year in the Waikato District Sports Awards held on Wednesday 15th November at Waahi Paa Marae, Huntly.
14/11/2017
Sam Gaze has been named Sportsman of the Year at 2017 Waipa Networks District Sports Awards held on Monday night at the Te Awamutu Event Centre.
11/11/2017
Triathlete Nicole van der Kaay was named Sportswoman of the Year and overall Premier Award winner at the Taupo District Sports Awards held on Friday night at the Taupo Great Lake Centre.
10/11/2017
Midland’s Hockey’s Tarryn Davey was named Sportswoman of the year for an outstanding year in hockey – from being named in the Blacksticks Development Squad to achieving selection for the Black Sticks v Malaysia and India game.
08/11/2017
Toka Irere Te Openga Natua, named Sportsperson of the Year and Sporting Personality of the Year, has had an amazing year.
03/11/2017
Thursday 2nd November saw a number of Hamilton sporting volunteers recognised in awards held at The Bill Gallagher Centre, Wintec.
21/08/2017
We need your help to identify gaps and opportunities to grow sport and recreation in the community.
01/06/2017
Nominations for the Sport Waikato District Sports Awards 2017 are now open...
27/04/2017
When it comes to transforming your life, there are a number of paths to choose. Hamilton’s Ricky Tipene found the answer with Sport Waikato’s Green Prescription programme
29/03/2017
On Saturday the 8th of April, Matthew will be throwing himself off the Deloitte building to the tune of Kenny Rogers 'The Gambler'
24/03/2017
And he’ll be doing it in style, wearing his Waikato coloured onesie!
Craigs Investment Partners put on an outstanding evening at Prodrive Golf in Hamilton on Tuesday night
07/12/2016
Finalists Announced!
01/12/2016
A strategy to grow participation in sport, recreation and physical activity in the Waikato region
Targeting Low Participation communities within New Zealand
16/11/2016
Congratulations to all our winners!
10/11/2016
03/11/2016
Tickets to District Sports Awards available now!
In association with the Hamilton City Council we have been building a programme designed for trained volunteer riders taking social rides.
19/08/2016
The Kiwi squash team has struck double gold at the WSF World Doubles Championships in Darwin, Australia.
While seeing our athletes, such as Valerie Adams, win medals may spur us on to get up at 1am to watch the Olympics on TV while chowing down on comfort food, it is not driving New Zealanders in large numbers to the local rowing club to join up.
14/07/2016
The Squash New Zealand World Doubles Team to compete in Darwin from 15th-18th August has been announced
14/06/2016
Fitness Revolution is for physically disabled people, including those with visual impairments, to improve their fitness, coordination and overall wellbeing.
22/04/2016
A huge congratulations to Leanne Robinson, winner of $2,000 worth of sports gear!
15/04/2016
Keep healthy during your work/school week with these great ideas to put in your lunchbox!
Try something new today!
Add those veggies in - they'll never know!
Get out of your comfort and improve your fitness with our 30 Things!
14/04/2016
Get some goodness in your day!
13/04/2016
No time to go to the gym? There are so many free online workouts available including 10 minute ones! Check them out....
12/04/2016
If you're in the Hauraki district, there's plenty to choose from to get you 'out there and active'!
11/04/2016
Birthday parties can be a sugar overload - but they don't have to be!
10/04/2016
Taupo - it's beautiful and it has so many active opportunities!
There are so many reasons to be active - here are just 30 of them!
08/04/2016
All activities are from Sport Waikato's KiwiBaby, KiwiToddler and KiwiPreschooler manuals
07/04/2016
There are so many things to do in the North King Country - try something new today!
06/04/2016
Easy ways to get the kids eating healthier with no stress!
05/04/2016
So many classes all around the beautiful Waikato region
04/04/2016
30 active things to do in the Thames-Coromandel district...
03/04/2016
Keep the kids entertained and active at home with these great homeplay ideas!
02/04/2016
Activities, classes, clubs and events - there are so many ways to keep active and healthy in South Waikato!
01/04/2016
Here's to healthy lunchbox alternatives
31/03/2016
Lots of active ideas and activities for our under fives
30/03/2016
The Matamata-Piako district is full of active and fun recreation and sporting options!
29/03/2016
What you need to know about what's in our food and how to make the best choice!
28/03/2016
Waipa has so many ways to keep active - get out there and take a friend too!
27/03/2016
Improve your training with these great tips and ideas
26/03/2016
Check out these healthy swaps to help you cut down on the calories, sugar and fat!
25/03/2016
Check out everything there is to keep you active and healthy in Hamilton!
24/03/2016
Just a little change in your day can have huge benefits!
23/03/2016
There are so many ways to change the way you eat and make a noticeable difference to your diet!
22/03/2016
From our Coaching gurus at Sport Waikato, here are your top tips for being a great coach
21/03/2016
Huntly, Ngaruawahia, Te Kauwhata, Raglan... so many reasons to get active!
17/03/2016
Sport Waikato is gearing up to celebrate 30 years of serving Waikato communities
29/02/2016
Results from the weekend's Transfield Triathlon!
19/02/2016
Sir Colin Meads receives prestigious Hare Puke Leadership in Sport Award at Waikato Regional Sports Awards
Eric Murray reigns supreme at the 2015 Brian Perry Waikato Regional Sports Awards for the sixth time
09/12/2015
High Calibre of Finalists for the 2015 Brian Perry Waikato Regional Sports Awards
05/11/2015
Sport Waikato and the Waikato District Health Board proudly celebrate the 10th anniversary of the child health initiative ‘Project Energize’ this year.
22/10/2015
Do you have a project that will get more school aged students involved in organised sport?
19/10/2015
Finalists announced
29/09/2015
Paeroa to Thames results
15/09/2015
Business House Softball
17/08/2015
Waihi to Paeroa results...
08/07/2015
Tirohia to Te Aroha
30/06/2015
Sport Waikato has recently started a new campaign to encourage positivity on the sidelines of sport in the Waikato.
04/06/2015
Cycling New Zealand (CNZ) and Mountain Bike New Zealand (MTBNZ) are looking for a provider of Event Management Services
22/05/2015
Nominate the Sport Maker that makes a difference in your sport by clicking on the link below.
21/05/2015
The latest Sport Waikato newsletter
A team of 8 students has been given the opportunity to bring Caneta KO to the Waikato.
Halberg No Exceptions Training is now available for Primary Schools.
19/05/2015
Halberg Disability Sport Foundation Funding available for School Camps, Equipment & Lessons
13/05/2015
The William Pike Challenge Award Launch Event
10/04/2015
Previously hidden on Dey Street, Eastlink Community Sports Hub has made a few changes to stand out in the crowd.
09/03/2015
The Halberg Disability Sport Foundation along with Parafed Waikato are now searching for volunteers to help out with the Junior Disability Games.
18/02/2015
Happy New Year! I hope you found time to relax over the Christmas period before competition, training, study and work steps a level for 2015.
05/12/2014
Brian Perry Waikato Regional Sports Awards Finalists
29/09/2014
After seven years of providing financial and mentoring support to up and coming musicians and athletes across New Zealand, the Foundation is now focussing its efforts in the Waikato / Bay of Plenty regions.
06/08/2014
Analysis of a healthy eating and activity programme first tested in Waikato primary schools shows the project is saving taxpayer money and improving children's lives.
23/06/2014
Sharp Shooters and Cyclists dominate at Parafed Waikato Awards
13/03/2014
Waikato District Health Board funded children’s health initiative Project Energize has been adapted for delivery in primary schools in County Cork, Ireland.
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