Athletics Auckland

Entry lists, programme and map is now available online for tomorrow's GP4/ XC Champs at Barry Curtis Park

https://athleticsauckland.co.nz/events/grand-prix-4-auckland-cross-country-championships/

Please remember:

🏃‍♂️ Allow enough time to find parking, pick up your race number, check out the course layout, and do warm ups (athletes should arrive at least 1 hour prior to race time)
🏃‍♂️ NO Pacing allowed during races (running outside the course next to someone racing is considered pacing - the runner competing could be disqualified as a result of this)
🏃‍♂️ NO phones or airpods/ear phones allowed during races
🎽Wear your club singlet
🍔🍵Food & drinks will be available for sale at the venue
👟U10's are not allowed to run in spikes - barefeet or running shoes are allowed

FISU Winter University Cross Country Games Selection Policy Released | Athletics New Zealand Athletics New Zealand is pleased to announce the release of the Selection Policy for the 2026 FISU Winter University Games incorporating Cross

The 2026-27 Summer National Domestic Calendar has landed.

From December through to February, athletes will have opportunities across the country to chase fast times, personal bests and national titles.
Featuring the Summer Circuit, National Permit Meets, and championships throughout the summer.

Meet the dates, start planning, and we'll see you on the start line this summer.

Read more:

https://athletics.org.nz/2026-2027-summer-national-domestic-calendar-announced/

Athletes wanting to compete at the NZ Cross Country Champs on 1 August in Christchurch, YOU HAVE TO ENTER THE RACE YOURSELF, regardless of whether you have been selected or submitted an EOI for inclusion in the Auckland team.

Standard Entries for the NZ Cross Country Champs close Monday 20 July at 11:59pm.
Late Entries close Friday 24 July - but if you enter after 20 July your name will not be printed on your bib and a late entry fee will apply.

https://athletics.org.nz/event/2026-nz-cross-country-championships/

Once you have entered, you will receive a confirmation email from Athletics NZ. Please make sure you read the entire email and complete the Shoe Declaration Form if you are in the U18/U20/Senior categories (link on email)
https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=QN6HnYpe10SKgbiUfBH31MOFyPlrPBFIrhNgAc_d1LNUQkgyVjA5UTBZVUE5MEdJUzRXTVJTTFczQi4u&route=shorturl

BUNNINGS COACHING LEGENDS - NOMINATE A VOLUNTEER COACH & WIN THEM LEGENDARY PRIZES

🏃‍♀️ Do you know a VOLUNTEER ATHLETICS COACH who goes above and beyond?

🏃‍♂️ Every training session, every late night, every encouraging word – our volunteer coaches are the heart of our athletics community.

Bunnings New Zealand's Coaching Legends programme is celebrating the incredible volunteers who give their time, energy and passion to help others thrive in sport.

Nominate a coach who has made a real difference, and they could receive fantastic prizes for themselves and their club, including coaching kits, gift cards, exclusive experiences, and funding to support grassroots sport.

If there's someone (whether independent or in your club) who deserves to be recognised, now's the time to say thank you.

👉 Nominate your Coaching Legend here:
https://www.bunnings.co.nz/campaign/coaching-legends?utm_source=chatgpt.com

Let's celebrate the people who inspire, encourage and help our athletes reach their -potential—on and off the track.

Bunnings Warehouse New Zealand

The Auckland Cross Country Championships/ Grand Prix Series Race 4 is taking place this coming Saturday, 18 July, at Barry Curtis Park

ENTRIES CLOSE TOMORROW, WEDNESDAY 15 JULY
https://athleticsauckland.co.nz/events/grand-prix-4-auckland-cross-country-championships/

If you have entered for the entire GP series, you don't need to register again.

Club Partner Workshop
23 August 2026; 1pm
John Walker Lounge, Mt Smart

Looking forward to seeing everyone at our revamped Club Partner workshop.

This workshop is designed to update clubs on new AAI support and seasonal priorities, share key insights and successes, strengthen alignment for summer track and field, and ensure clubs leave with practical resources and clear next steps.

Any questions, contact Michael Halliday

Register by either using the QR code on Flyer below or click here

https://forms.gle/QEauW8aJEoQFBWsd6

Wishing Connor the best in what lies ahead