Halberg Foundation

14/11/2025

Meet Holly 💙 Six-year-old Holly from Wellington recently recieved a Halberg Activity Fund grant for her very own trike - and it's already bringing her so much joy!

Holly loves being active and now she can join her family on rides. Her new trike helps her build strength, confidence, and independence - and most importantly, it's keeping her smiling and moving!

Her Parents shared, "Holly got the stitch from riding so hard and kept saying this is going to keep me so fit and healthy. It's amazing to see her so confident and happy - overtaking her brother on his bike!" 💪🤩

We're so proud to help make moments like this possible through the Halberg Activity Fund - supporting young Kiwis with physical disbailities to be active and included.

Learn more about the Halberg Activity Fund and how it helps families like Holly's: https://halberg.co.nz/club/activity-fund-grants/

12/11/2025

11/11/2025

Winning four medals at your debut world championships is no easy feat, but Siobhan Terry's history as a Para swimmer turned Para cyclist shows that her sporting prowess has been bubbling for a while 🚴‍♀️

Read more here: https://paralympics.org.nz/news/from-the-pool-to-the-podium-siobhan-makes-stunning-para-cycling-switch/

Siobhan Terry, Para Athlete Cycling New Zealand Halberg Foundation

📸: SWPix

11/11/2025

🌟 Meet the new faces of the Halberg Youth Council 🌟

We're thrilled to welcome Natalie, Thomas, Zack, and Ben - four passionate young leaders from across Aotearoa who are dedicated to making sport and recreation more inclusive for all!

Each brings their own unique experiences, drive, and vision to the team - united by a shared goal of empowering young people with disabilities through sport.

Join us in congratulating them on their appointments 🙌 We can't wait to see their journey on the Council flourish and the positive impact they'll make within the Halberg community and beyond 💛

Read more about each new member on our website - https://halberg.co.nz/youth-council-new-recruitment-announcement/

11/11/2025

Last week we partnered with Kia Hākinakina to deliver two fantastic Play Your Way All Abilities events, one at YMCA Masterton and another at Martinborough School in the South Wairarapa.

Over 30 participants took part across the two days, trying out a range of sports including cricket, indoor bowls, basketball, football, and pickleball. The events provided an inclusive and supportive space for students with disabilities and friends to be active, try new activities, and connect with others from around the region.

A big thank you to Kia Hākinakina for helping bring these events to life and to Wairarapa Cricket and Wellington Bowls for coming along to deliver their sports.

10/11/2025

What makes a great nominee for the Sir Murray Halberg Legacy Award?

It’s not about titles, trophies, or headlines — it’s about impact.
A great nominee is someone who:
💛 Creates opportunities for disabled young people to get active and be included.
🤝 Champions accessibility and inclusion in sport or recreation.
🙌 Inspires others through their actions, dedication, and leadership.
🌏 Makes a lasting difference in their community — big or small.

These are the everyday heroes who embody Sir Murray’s legacy of inclusion and empowerment. If someone comes to mind — a coach, volunteer, teacher, mentor, or advocate — we want to hear about them!

👉 Nominate them today for the Sir Murray Halberg Legacy Award, proudly supported by CityFitness.

🗓️ Nominations close Sunday 1 December at 8pm.
🔗 https://halberg.co.nz/halberg-awards/nominate/

10/11/2025

Absolutely Epic Bay of Plenty 🙌 Click the link in the comments to give this story a read!

Rotorua’s first adaptive triathlon drew more than three times the number of expected participants.

10/11/2025

The biggest night in New Zealand sport is on the horizon 💫

Get ready for the 63rd ISPS Handa Halberg Awards, returning this February - and tickets are on sale now! Experience the red carpet glamour, rub shoulders with Aotearoa's sporting greats, and enjoy an unforgettable evening filled with live entertainment, incredible food, and drinks from our amazing sponsors 🥂

From powerhouse performances to inspiring moments that honour our nation's best athletes - it's a night that celebrates the very heart of New Zealand sport.

Click the link below to secure your seats early and get ready to be part of the celebration this February!
https://halberg.co.nz/halberg-awards/tickets/

09/11/2025

09/11/2025

💙 5 MONTHS TO GO 💙

The countdown is officially on! In just five months, athletes, whānau and supporters from all over Aotearoa will come together for an unforgettable weekend of competition, conneciton and celebration at the Halberg Games 2026 💥

We can already feel the excitement building - the teams, the cheers, the memories waiting to be made 🙌

06/11/2025

06/11/2025

"You're never too old to play!" 💛

For Halberg Advisor Zoe, Play Week in Otago was all about teaming up with Sport Otago, Sport Clutha and Hungerball to bring inclusive fun to communities big and small!

From kids creating their own games to parents jumping in to play too - it was a celebration of joy, movement, and connection.

Read Zoe's full spotlight story to see how collaboration made it all happen: https://halberg.co.nz/regional-advisor-spotlight-zoe-otago-southland/