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Discover the best parks and open spaces in New Zealand

Tuesday, 20 November 2018, 8:59 am | New Zealand Recreation Association

We are very excited to announce that there are 23 Green Flag Award winning parks and open spaces in New Zealand this year! More >>

New Zealand Recreation Industry Awarded

Monday, 29 October 2018, 12:08 pm | New Zealand Recreation Association

The 2018 Recreation Award winners represent the quality recreation opportunities available in New Zealand. The New Zealand Recreation Association (NZRA) believes recreation creates great New Zealanders. People who are healthy and well connected ... More >>

New Zealand Setting the Standard for Aquatic Recreation

Thursday, 23 August 2018, 11:40 am | New Zealand Recreation Association

The 2018 Aquatics Awards were held last night at the Waves Conference in Rotorua, and the quality of the nominations was so high that merit awards were introduced for the first time. The annual Aquatics Industry Awards are organised by NZRA to ... More >>

Recreation comes out on top for New Zealanders

Friday, 29 June 2018, 10:21 am | New Zealand Recreation Association

The New Zealand Recreation Association (NZRA) has welcomed the publication of the Active NZ Survey today by Sport New Zealand. The results of this nationwide survey show that recreation is a top priority for New Zealanders. More >>

NZRA applauds recreation spending in budget

Tuesday, 5 June 2018, 3:41 pm | New Zealand Recreation Association

The New Zealand Recreation Association (NZRA) has welcomed aspects of the ‘build-it’ budget proposed by Auckland Council. More >>

Victory for recreation in Christchurch

Friday, 27 April 2018, 11:33 am | New Zealand Recreation Association

The New Zealand Recreation Association (NZRA) has welcomed today’s announcement that the Christchurch Metro Sports Facility will proceed as a standalone facility at the planned location. More >>

Waitakere ranges closure is a devastating blow to recreation

Thursday, 22 February 2018, 8:42 am | New Zealand Recreation Association

The New Zealand Recreation Association has expressed sadness at the Auckland Council decision to close the entire forested area of the Waitakere Ranges Regional Park and major tracks in the Hunua Ranges. More >>

Second Ever Governance Mark Awarded to NZRA

Wednesday, 29 November 2017, 8:53 am | New Zealand Recreation Association

The New Zealand Recreation Association (NZRA) are the second sport and recreation organisation to be awarded the Governance Mark. More >>

NZRA approves of co-location of Conservation and Land Info

Wednesday, 25 October 2017, 5:20 pm | New Zealand Recreation Association

The New Zealand Recreation Association today praised the appointment of Eugenie Sage as both Minister of Conservation and Minister of Land Information New Zealand. More >>

NZRA applauds increase in conservation funding

Wednesday, 25 October 2017, 1:03 pm | New Zealand Recreation Association

The New Zealand Recreation Association today expressed support for an increase in conservation spending, as outlined in the coalition government agreement. More >>

Political parties answer questions on Outdoor Recreation

Friday, 15 September 2017, 9:42 am | New Zealand Recreation Association

Political parties answer tough questions on Outdoor Recreation in the run up to election day More >>

NZ Aquatics Professionals Awarded at JAWS

Friday, 11 August 2017, 9:42 am | New Zealand Recreation Association

A Papakura lifeguard and a lifeguard team from Community Leisure Management have scooped up two of this year’s top New Zealand aquatics awards. The third award, for innovation, went to Belgravia Leisure. More >>

“NZ Aquatics Industry And Pool Lifeguards Not Failing”

Wednesday, 9 August 2017, 2:52 pm | New Zealand Recreation Association

The New Zealand Recreation Association (NZRA) have responded to claims by World President of IFSTA, David Speechley, that the NZ aquatics industry is failing pool lifeguards and placing swimmers at risk. More >>

Just Add Water Seminar Coming to Christchurch

Friday, 4 August 2017, 9:40 am | New Zealand Recreation Association

JAWS is coming to Christchurch! But don’t panic, JAWS stands for Just Add Water Seminar and it is the premier aquatics industry event in New Zealand. More >>

NZ Recreation Association Applauds Freshwater Rescue Plan

Tuesday, 18 July 2017, 10:44 am | New Zealand Recreation Association

The New Zealand Recreation Association today expressed support for the intent and purpose of the Freshwater Rescue Plan. More >>

We’re celebrating the Outdoors

Wednesday, 5 July 2017, 9:02 am | New Zealand Recreation Association

There are so many great stories in outdoor recreation just waiting to be told. The NZRA Outdoor Awards are your opportunity to celebrate those successes and nominate individuals and organisations that are valued and effective members of the outdoors ... More >>

Erosion of recreational opportunities requires clarification

Monday, 3 July 2017, 3:35 pm | New Zealand Recreation Association

The New Zealand Recreation Association has today written to the Minister of Workplace Relations and Safety seeking clarification on aspects of the Health and Safety at Work Act. More >>

Wanted: A passion for plants

Friday, 2 June 2017, 11:32 am | New Zealand Recreation Association

Do you have a passion for plants? A fervor for flora and fauna? The New Zealand Recreation Association (NZRA) are looking for the next Young Amenity Horticulturist of the Year. More >>

Do you know the next Lifeguard of the Year?

Monday, 29 May 2017, 11:12 am | New Zealand Recreation Association

Nominations are open for this year’s top New Zealand aquatics awards and the New Zealand Recreation Association (NZRA) are looking for the Lifeguard of the Year. The annual Aquatics Industry Awards are organised by NZRA to encourage development ... More >>

Budget a disappointment for NZ recreation industry

Thursday, 25 May 2017, 4:07 pm | New Zealand Recreation Association

The New Zealand Recreation Association expressed concern about today’s budget announcement, saying the decision not to spend more on recreation is likely to impact negatively on individuals and communities around the country. More >>

 

 
 
 
 
 

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