The Z Manu World Champs kicks off this Saturday with the first official qualifying event in Tauranga. For the first time, the annual Tauranga Moana bombing competition has been named an official qualifying event for the 2025 Z Manu World Champs and winners will be fast-tracked into the Z Manu World Champs grand final in Auckland, on 1st March 2025. Here they will showcase their Manu skills alongside winners from qualifiers around the country. There are 10 qualifying events for the Z Manu World Champs, across 8 regions.
City Development and Partnerships General Manager Gareth Wallis says the annual Tauranga Moana Manu Champs is always a popular event and this year we’re stepping it up another notch, giving our local community the chance to compete on the world stage.
“Tauranga Waterfront is the place to be this summer, and having the opportunity to partner with Z Manu World Champs to expand our annual bomb competition into a world qualifier is a perfect way to kick off a busy summer in the city centre.
“With the Northern Waterfront transformation now complete, people will be able to enjoy the new green space, basketball court and boardwalk while checking out all the exciting things on offer at the Tauranga Moana Manu Champs” says Gareth.
Owner and Event Director for Z Manu World Champs, Scott Rice says they saw how much local talent was at the Tauranga Moana bomb competition last year and wanted to get amongst the fun for another epic event.
“Tauranga Moana will be our first official qualifying event for the Z Manu World Champs 2025 and a perfect way to kick off another summer of Manu. Bring the whānau along, challenge your friends and make a splash, you never know who the next Manu World Champ might be.”
Taking place on Saturday, 7 December 2024, the free family event organised by Tauranga City Council in partnership with Z Manu World Champs will be one you won’t want to miss with free fades, free sausage sizzle, music, giveaways and lots more.
The competition is open to people aged 8 and older and is free to enter. There are limited numbers in each gender and age category, so people are encouraged to register online and get there early on the day to secure a spot.
Where: Public wharf, Tauranga Southern Waterfront
When: Saturday, 7 December 2024, 10.30am – 4.30pm
Find out more information and register your spot for the Tauranga Moana Manu Champs HERE.