Halberg Foundation

19/12/2025

Summer's here - the perfect time to get out, get moving, and have some fun ☀️🏖️ Whether it's splashing in the waves, heading to the park, or playing a game with your whānau, every bit of activity counts!

Let's make the most of the sunshine and enjoy the simple joy of being active together 💛

18/12/2025

The finalists for the 63rd ISPS Handa Halberg Awards have now been announced 🏆⚡

If you missed the live reveal, the full list of finalists is available to view via the link below—celebrating another outstanding year of achievement in New Zealand sport.

The celebration continues on Monday 16 February 2026, when the 63rd ISPS Handa Halberg Awards will take place, honouring the very best on sport’s most prestigious stage 💛

Halberg is proud to announced 32 finalists across six categories for the 63rd ISPS HANDA Halberg Awards, in a year that has celebrated passion, determination...

18/12/2025

The moment has arrived 🏆✨ We’re proud to reveal the finalists for the 63rd ISPS Handa Halberg Awards, recognising the outstanding achievements of Aotearoa’s sporting greats and emerging stars.

As New Zealand’s highest sporting honour, the Halberg Awards celebrate excellence, commitment and performances that have inspired the nation throughout the year 🙌

Join us as we count down to an unforgettable night of celebration, powerful stories and national pride 💪🇳🇿

Who do you think will be crowned the Supreme Halberg Award winner? Share your predictions below 📣

Click the link below to watch the Live Finalist Announcement 🔽
https://halberg.co.nz/63rd-isps-handa-halberg-awards-finalist/

17/12/2025

Throwback Thursday: Taranaki Amazing Race 💫 What a day to remember! The Taranaki Amazing Race was packed with energy, teamwork and plenty of smiles as tamariki and rangatahi took on challenges across the region.

From problem-solving to racing between checkpoints, it was all about confidence, connection, and having fun through movement 🙌

A huge thank you to everyone who helped make this day so special! Taranaki, you showed us what community and inclusion are all about! 💛

17/12/2025

The wait is over...almost! 🖤 Stay tuned for the Live Finalist Announcement 📣

Tomorrow, Thursday 18 february at 5pm, we go LIVE to reveal the 63rd ISPS Handa Halberg Awards finalists on Sky Sport 2 and Sky Open 📺

Don't miss your chance to celebrate Aotearoa's finest in sport and excellence! Who will make the list? ⚡🏆

16/12/2025

15/12/2025

🏖️ Lyall Bay Surf Day 🏖️

Lyall Bay Surf Day is back again in 2026! Get ready for another epic year on the water and enjoy a variety of different water sports like surfing, paddle boarding, kayaking and more 🐬 Open to all young people with physical disabilities, with siblings and friends welcome!

📅 Sunday 22nd February 2026
⏲️ 10am - 2pm
📍 Lyall Bay, Wellington

If you have any questions, please contact Emma at emma@halberg.co.nz otherwise click the link below to register for this amazing event 🌊🤩
https://halberg.tfaforms.net/5158325?tfa_3=a00Q900000cWghWIAS

15/12/2025

Two months to go - and the anticipation is building 🏆 The finalists have been announced, and excitement is in the air as we count down to the 63rd ISPS Handa Halberg Awards.

Each finalist represents incredible moments of dedication, resilience, and sporting excellence - and soon, we'll find out who will take home New Zealand's highest honours in sport!

15/12/2025

Tasman Paddle Day is back for 2026! 🌊 Get ready for one of the most-loved Halberg adventure days on the water! Join us for a morning of paddle boarding, kayaking, outrigging, beach vibes and trying something new - all in a safe, supportive and FUN environment for young people with physical disabilities 🐬

📅 Saturday 14 February 2026
⏲️ 9am - 12pm
🏖️ Tahunanui Beach, Tasman

FREE to attend - everyone welcome! Spots fill fast, so make sure to register now ⬇️
https://halberg.tfaforms.net/5159552?tfa_3=a00Q900001I5bH0IAJ

A huge thank you to our awesome partners who make this day possible - Nelson SUP Club, Paddle Nelson, Maitahi Outrigger Canoe Club, Nelson Surf life Saving Club, Sport Tasman

Let's make a splash, Tasman 🏄‍♀️💙🏄

13/12/2025

As the year comes to a close, we're taking a moment to celebrate the incredible mahi happening across Aotearoa to build more inclusive communities through sport and recreation 🎉 Our Halberg Regional Advisors have been out delivering Inclusion Trainings all year - supporting schools, clubs, and communities to adapt activities and welcome every young person! It's feedback like this that reminds us how powerful connection, education and inclusion really are 💙 Thank you to everyone who helped create change this year! Let's carry that momentum into 2026!

12/12/2025

☀️ Making Waves 3.0 brought all the sunshine and good vibes to Tāmaki Makaurau!

From kayaking, rafting and paddle boarding to adaptive bikes, trikes and fun with Auckland Basketball — there were smiles and laughter all day long.

We were stoked to have Finn Butcher and Tupou Neiufi join us, along with the Find Your Field of Dreams Foundation, to help kick off the event and spend time with families. A huge thank you to Find Your Field of Dreams Foundation for making another amazing day possible.

📖 Read the full recap on our website — click the link to check it out!
https://halberg.co.nz/making-waves-3-0/

11/12/2025