Update from the CEO
It feels like a huge understatement to say that lots has happened over the last few weeks. It can feel trivial to talk about the changes we’re facing given the situation that NZ and the World are in. Nonetheless, whilst we all pull together as Kiwis to eradicate Covid-19, our task as a team and as an organisation remains the same and we are trying to make the best of the opportunities provided by these changes.
Covid-19 Watersports Response
Government guidance is that everyone must stay at home, except to access essential services or for exercise and recreation. We are expected to “stay local” when leaving the home.
CRNZ response to Olympic and Paralympic postponement
Canoe Racing NZ fully accepts the decision of the IOC and the Japanese Government to postpone the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games and Paralympic Games to 2021.
Covid-19 Update
Given the seriousness of the Covid-19 outbreak and its potential impact on the health of members in the CRNZ community we feel it is necessary to update on the steps we are taking to best enable our members to remain safe and well and fully informed.
Surf Ski Worlds awarded to Takapuna
In a major coup for the sport of surf ski racing in New Zealand, Canoe Racing NZ in partnership with Takapuna Boating Club in Auckland has been awarded the right to host the 2022 World Surf Ski Championships.
NZ Kayak Marathon memories
Ahead of the 2020 New Zealand Kayak Marathon Championships at the Waitemata Canoe and Multisport Club in West Auckland a trio paddlers offer their perspective on the value and benefit of entering the annual event, which takes place on March 28/29.
