Coasty Kidds were funded $16,000 towards their Tamariki of the Tides project through the Tū Manawa Active Aotearoa fund.
The Tū Manawa fund is managed by Sport Gisborne Tairāwhiti on behalf of Sport New Zealand and provides funding for projects delivering play, active recreation and sport experiences for tamariki and rangatahi.
Tamariki of the Tides aims to deliver pool and sea-based diving instruction to connect young people with the sea and to grow their food sovereignty. The project will connect to participants by working alongside local kura and groups that work with disengaged young people. The funding will contribute to delivery-related costs.
On hearing the approval of their application, Coasty Kidds Manager Reremoana Sheridan said they were “stoked.”
“Dion and I are over the moon that we got some funding to deliver Tamariki of the Tides. This will absolutely make a difference in our aim to reconnect our rangatahi.”
Sport Gisborne Tairāwhiti Active Communities Advisor Sarah Pocock said, “It’s great to be able to support quality experiences like this for young people in our community. The fund supports projects that break down barriers for young people. I am really looking forward to seeing this project carried out.”
Tamariki of the Tides was one of seven projects funded in the first round of Tū Manawa funding, worth a total of $104,220.79. The next round closes February 28, 2021. A complete list of all applicants and successful projects, and more info about applying to the fund, can be found here.
On Sunday 15 November, Sport Gisborne Tairāwhiti hosted the closing ceremony for the Titirangi Mt. Everest Challenge 2020.
Participants met by Te Poho-o-Rawiri marae for a final group walk to the summit to celebrate everyone’s individual and team achievements. It was a beautiful evening with live music, spot prizes and participants sharing their stories of what the journey meant to them, complimented with a sunset.
2083 registered participants with 199 teams took part in the challenge this year and collectively climbed Titirangi 20502 times.
The challenge is to climb Titirangi 68 times in 7 weeks which is the equivalent to climbing Mt. Everest. The challenge means more than just the number of climbs, it’s a chance for everyone to get outside, get active, socialise and achieve their own personal goals. Whether its 1 climb or 200, it’s helped someone get one step closer to their goal.
Sport Gisborne Tairāwhiti Events Advisor Debbie Hutchings said ‘to see such a large number of our community being active is the real success of this event. By reducing barriers such as cost, set times and access, people of all ages, stages, ethnicity and fitness levels are participating. What they may set out to do at the beginning for many turns into something they never thought they could or would do. The people they meet, the friendships made and the excitement of reaching or surpassing their own goals is so rewarding.’
The annual event helps to raise money for the East Coast Cancer Society to support locals living with bowel cancer.
With the help of sponsors, Sean and Fiona Shivnan, the East Coast Cancer Society, PAK’nSAVE, the Gisborne District Council and ProTraffic, as well as local champions such as Huringa Pai, the event was able to raise awareness and funds for a worthy cause.
Stuck on how to keep your tamariki active these holidays? Take a look at what’s on offer around Tairāwhiti this summer!
Rippers
Want to learn to surf or develop your surfing?
When: Four sessions, every Wednesday 5pm from 13th January – 3rd February
Where: Midway Beach
Cost: $60 GBC members/$95 non-members
Who: 6 – 10 years
Enquiries: Facebook – Gisborne Boardriders
Come and learn tips and tricks from Des Kerekere for all levels. Des has played, coached, and refereed Volleyball at the top level and is passionate about developing the sport.
When: Saturday 16th January 10am – 1pm – Open session – all welcome. Fundamental skills at an age and stage appropriate level
Sunday 17th January 10am – 1pm – Open session – all welcome. Understanding Volleyball strategy and tactics
Sunday 17th January 4 – 7pm – Pick up Tournament – competitive and social grades, and putting it all together!
Where: Gisborne Boys High School Gym
Cost: $10 for as many sessions as you want
Who: All ages, coaches, players and administrators
Enquiries: Simon Murphy – 027 404 1479
Summer Badminton Club
When: Commences 11th January. Mondays 7 – 9pm.
Cost: Adults – $8 per night. Yr 11 – 13 – $6 per night or $80 subscription.
Enquiries: Justin – 021 216 6700
Social Morning Club
When: Commences 11th January. Monday mornings 9 – 11.30am.
Cost: $4 per session.
Enquiries: Leslie – 867 2584
Thursday Morning Casual Group
When: Thursday mornings. Commences January 14th
Cost: $4 per session
Enquiries: Raewynne – 027 256 4351
Learn to Swim
When: Week 1: Tue 5th – Fri 8th Jan
Week 2: Mon 11th – Fri 15th Jan
Week 3: Mon 18th – Fri 22nd Jan
Cost: $50 per week
Where: Elgin School Pool for 30 minute lessons
Enquiries: [email protected] or 027 375 4527
Water Week
Join in on surfing, body surfing, boat, life jacket and water safety, water polo, kayaking, learn to swim and improve technique, beach education, beach soccer and volleyball and even the hydroslide!
When: Week 1: Monday 14 – Thursday 17th Dec
Week 2: Monday 21st – Thurs 24th Dec
Week 3: Tuesday 5th – Friday 8th Jan
Week 4: Monday 11th – Thursday 14th Jan
Week 5: Monday 18th – Thursday 21st Jan
Week 6: Monday 25th – Thursday 28th Jan
Where: Olympic Pools. 10am – 3pm each day. Check-in is at 9.30am
Who: Age 8+
Enquiries: [email protected] or 027 375 4527
Summer Football Tournament
Join for a full week of 5v5, 6v6 and 7v7 games!
When: Monday 25h Jan – Friday 30th Jan
Born in 2008-2010: 4 – 5.15pm
Born in 2006 & 2007: 5.15 – 6.30pm
Born in 2005 & 2002: 6.30 – 7.45pm
Where: Central Football, Childers Road
Cost: $20
Who: Boys & girls
Enquiries/Registrations: Through MyCommet or Seba – 027 261 4047
Tennis Holiday Programme
When: 9.15am – 12.15pm OR 2.15pm. Wednesday 16th Dec, Thursday 17th Dec & Friday 18th Dec (Friday is morning only)
Where: Gisborne Tennis Club, 418 Childers Road
Cost (This is the discounted cost for pre-booking): $25 for one morning session
$45 for two (Wed/Thur) morning sessions
$60 for all three morning sessions
Afternoon sessions on Wed/Thur priced by demand
Who: Age 9+
Enquiries: Andy Pittam – 020 4025 4441 or [email protected]
Open Days
When: Every Wednesday till the end of January
Where: Gisborne Trampoline Club, 537 Aberdeen Road.
Cost: $10 per child
Who: 5 – 8 years: 10 – 11.30am
9+ years: 11.30am – 1pm
Bring: Socks and a drink bottle
Learn to Paddle
Teaching skills for flatwater kayaking. Bookings are essential and all equipment is provided.
When: Commencing Monday 21st December. Daily or weekly. Session times will be dependent on the number of participants.
Cost: $5 per child per session
Who: Aimed at 10 – 13-year-olds
Enquiries: Liz Thompson – 021 114 9347
Open Days
Come with your friends for three hours of fun, play time in the gym! All children need to be signed in and out by an adult.
When: Monday 11th, Tuesday 13th, Monday 18th, and Monday 25th January. 9am – 12pm.
Where: Gym Club at Electrinet Sports Centre, Aberdeen Road corner of Stanley Road.
Cost: $10 per child
Who: 4 – 12 years
Enquiries: [email protected]
Circus School
Juggling, aerial skills, tight rope, unicycle and more!
When: Tuesday 19th & Wednesday 20th January 9am – 3pm
Where: Gym Club at Electrinet Sports Centre, Aberdeen Road corner of Stanley Road.
Cost: $50 per day
Enquiries: [email protected]
Learn to Swim
When: 18th – 21st January between 1 and 3pm
Where: Gisborne Boys High School pool
Cost: $8 per session – 30 minutes
Who: 5 years plus
Enquiries: Liz Thompson – [email protected]
To kick off the 2020 challenge, we’ll be holding a group hikoi up the maunga, in time to catch sun rise and officially open the seven week event with a karakia.
To join in, meet at Poho o Rawiri Marae before 6:30AM ?
There will be coffee and event T-shirts for sale at the summit – please bring a keep-cup to reduce waste, and cash if you want to purchase a shirt.
Stay motivated during your journey to conquer Mt Everest with this wall chart! Tick off milestones as you go through our live leaderboard or pop this up on your fridge.
