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Every Body Active Mauri Tū, Mauri Ora

Sport NZ's purpose is to contribute to the wellbeing of everybody in Aotearoa New Zealand by leading an enriching and inspiring play, active recreation and sport system.

Our vision is simple: Every Body Active.

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08 June 2026

2026 New Zealand Sport and Recreation Award winners

Sport NZ has announced the winners of the annual New Zealand Sport and Recreation Awards which celebrate individuals and organisations…

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Cohort 2025
04 June 2026

Applications open for Te Au Mātāhae leadership programme

Applications are now open for Te Au Mātāhae Cohort 5, Sport NZ’s leadership programme for the play, active recreation and sport…

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07 May 2026

New case study on Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025

Sport NZ has released a new case study analysing media coverage of the Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025, as part of the Sport NZ-Isentia…

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Our strategic plan 2024 - 2028

Explore Sport NZ's vision for an active, thriving Aotearoa - our Strategic Plan sets out goals to grow participation, improve experience, and strengthen the sector for the future. See the plan.

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