Halberg Foundation

18/10/2026

💛 Every volunteer has a why, what's yours?

We caught up with some of our amazing Halberg Games South volunteers to hear why they give their time to community sport.

Now it's time to celebrate the people behind the scenes who make it all happen 🏆

Know someone who deserves recognition? Nominate them for the Bunnings Community Sport Volunteer Award before nominations close on 31st October!!

Head to halberg.co.nz or click the link below to nominate
https://halberg.co.nz/halberg-awards/nominate/

17/10/2026

🏃‍♂️🌧️ Halberg Mile Update! 🌧️🏃‍♀️

Yesterday we completed our Halberg Mile! A mile is approximately 1.6km, which we tackled together by walking 6 loops around our school. 👟🏫

A huge thank you to Lawrence from the Halberg Trust, who came along to support the event and cheer everyone on! Although the weather put a damper on things, a massive shout-out goes to our house captains for quickly adapting and making the most of the space available for our inclusive activities after our walk. 👏🙌

There was great house spirit on display all afternoon, with everyone working together and supporting one another! We saw some standout activities and incredible student leadership throughout the games from everyone helping support their house. Standout house of the day goes to Pourerere! 🎉🏆

What is the Halberg Foundation all about? 🌟
Founded by Olympic legend Sir Murray Halberg, the Halberg Foundation works to ensure young New Zealanders with physical disabilities have equal opportunities to participate in sport and recreation. Funds raised help provide adaptive equipment, grants, and support so every child can take part alongside their peers. 💙🇳🇿

A big thank you to everyone who has sent in a donation so far! If you haven't had the chance, it’s not too late to contribute. All money raised goes directly back into supporting this amazing trust and the students in our local community.

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16/10/2026

🏀 🎾 🎳 Know someone who goes above and beyond for community sport?

From coaches and team managers to committee members and the people working behind the scenes, community sport wouldn't be the same without it's volunteers.

The Bunnings Community Sport Volunteer Award celebrates the unpaid individuals who give their time, energy and passion to help local sport thrive across Aotearoa.

Whether they're organising competitions, supporting athletes, keeping a club running or bringing their community together, we want to hear about the people making a difference!

Who deserves to be recognised in your community? 🙌 Don't let their hard work go unnoticed. Nominate an outstanding volunteer and help us celebrate the people who make community sport possible!

Nominate someone today via the link below or head to halberg.co.nz
https://halberg.co.nz/halberg-awards/nominate/
Nominations close 31st October 2026

16/10/2026

A huge shout-out to the students, staff and house captains at Omakere School for taking part in the Halberg Mile! 💙👟

Despite the weather, it’s fantastic to see such great house spirit, student leadership and a commitment to making play inclusive for everyone.

There’s still time to support their efforts! Every donation helps Halberg make sport and recreation more accessible for young New Zealanders with physical disabilities.

💙 Donate today: https://mile.halberg.co.nz/sponsor

16/10/2026

SAVE THE DATE | Halberg Games 2027 💛

We’re already looking ahead to another special Halberg Games, and we’re excited to have CityFitness joining us as a partner for 2027!

From Friday 16 – Sunday 18 April 2027, young athletes from across Aotearoa will come together at King’s College, Auckland, for three days of incredible achievements, connection and celebration alongside their whānau, volunteers and supporters.

📅 Friday 16 – Sunday 18 April 2027
📍 King’s College, Auckland

We’re just six months away! Save the date and start the countdown as we look forward to another unforgettable Halberg Games, with CityFitness on board to help make it happen.
More information about registrations and how to get involved will be shared soon.

Halberg Games 2027 — we can’t wait to bring more moments of joy to young athletes across Aotearoa! 💛

15/10/2026

🏐 LEARNING TOGETHER, MAKING NETBALL MORE INCLUSIVE!

A big shout-out to GNC Youth Activators Eden (GGHS) and Ariel (Lytton) for taking up this awesome opportunity to learn from Lou at Parafed about inclusive netball! 👏

These young leaders are supporting the delivery of our Twilight Youth League, which kicks off next week and this year, combines a No Limits Netball opportunity for players with disabilities and thier whānau to be a part of our Twilight vibe.

We really appreciate Eden and Ariel’s willingness to get involved, ask questions and explore practical ways to embed inclusive practices into netball 🙌

The workshop covered simple modifications and communication tips to help create welcoming, accessible and safe environments where everyone feels valued and has the opportunity to connect, participate and have fun!

Ka mau te wehi kōrua! Your commitment and caringness makes a real difference for tamariki and whānau with disabilities in our community. Thank you for being part of making netball a game for everyone!

14/10/2026

14/10/2026

We are deeply saddened by the passing of Milton Jones and send our heartfelt condolences to his whānau and everyone who knew and loved him.

Milton was a truly kind person who always had a smile on his face. He brought so much warmth to the Halberg Games and played a special role in helping young people and their whānau feel welcome, included and part of something special.

Milton will be fondly remembered and greatly missed by all of us at Halberg. 💛

Moe mai rā, Milton.

14/10/2026