SportSpasifik
Improving health outcomes by increased participation in sport and physical activity
Key aspects of the Sports Pasifik project
Harbour Sports vision is to see Pacific Communities well supported through culturally specific programmes to be physically active for life and to be involved in sports roles at all levels
With the
Equip’d
Equip’d is a programme targeting Pacific teenage girls providing more opportunities to be involved in sport and recreation. Using a holistic approach, it aims to develop the inherent talent which lies within Pacific girls.
PolySports
Polysports is a FREE sport and recreation holiday programme for Pacific Island children ages 6-12 years.
NiuWays
NiuWays is an avenue for Pacific people to be introduced to new ways to access FREE exercise in groups and to connect with their community. NiuWays provides an opportunity for capacity building, to train the trainer in the community for sustainability of regular planned physical activity.
NiuMovement
The Sports Pasifik project also recognises the need for
Have a go sessions are for local community groups wanting to kick start their community initiative e.g church groups, youth groups, individuals etc. The team at Harbour Sports Pasifik can help facilitate and run a few sessions to support local initiatives as well providing access to opportunities that may benefit groups in the long run.
Latest Resources and News
The Latest Resources
The Latest News
Vacancy – Pacific Island Community Coordinator – Harbour Sport
Harbour Sport’s vision is to have 'A Community Physically Active for Life’ by inspiring, empowering and strengthening the community through sport and physical activity. We are seeking a proactive, energetic and organised individual to join...
Sport NZ announces new strategy to get Every Body Active
Sport NZ has today released a new strategy and vision to get Every Body Active in AotearoaNew Zealand.Presented to an audience of all children and young people (tamariki 5 to 11 years andrangatahi 12 to 18 years) at an event in Auckland, the strategy will shape the...
Auckland Coaches – We’d Like Your Input
Whether coaching beginners, supporting women and girls, engaging with target populations, giving playing partners some tips, leading a group, running a programme, working with representative athletes or simply wanting some information to help – we want to make access...
Expression of interest now open for Sport and Recreation Facilities Investment Fund 2019/2020 round
The Sport and Recreation Facilities Investment Fund was established during Long-term Plan 2018-2028 to support the development of regional and sub-regional sport and recreation facilities. It has a budget of $120 million over the next ten years. The funding for the...
National Facilities Manager
New Zealand Golf Inc. (NZ Golf) are seeking a facilities and planning professional with high level strategic acumen and strong communication skills for an Auckland based role. The National Facilities Manager will be responsible for the development and implementation...
Niu Start Programme
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Minister’s Balancing Act
ACC Minister Hon. Iain Lees-Galloway recently swapped his suit for shorts and a tee to join a ‘Live Stronger for Longer’ strength and balance class. These nationally available classes help us as we age to retain lower body and core strength to avoid falls and live...
Meet the girls on Equip’d that just love having the chance to be active!
SportsSPasifik – July Update
Our NiuMovement Pacific families programme has engaged with 53 participants to date. Equip’d Pacific teen girls programme has engaged with 80 Pacific female students across 4 schools. The July PolySports school holiday programmes engaged with a total of 58 kids over...
Let’s get New Zealand running and active!
Millwater parkrun - Weekly Free 5km Timed Run What is Millwater parkrun? It is a 5km run - it's you against the clock. When is it? Every Saturday at 8:00am. Where is it? The event takes place at the Sports fields, Millwater Parkway, Silverdale, Auckland 0932. See...