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      <title>Mountain Running Champs – This Saturday Morning</title>
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      <description>As if this Saturday is not busy enough we also have the NZ &amp; Wellington Mountain Running Champs. This event is Athletics Wellington‑sanctioned, which means two great things for HVH members. If you’re a paid club member, your entry fee…</description>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <dc:creator>Hutt Valley Harriers</dc:creator>
      <dc:date>2026-04-15T00:00:00Z</dc:date>
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      <title>Novices, President’s &amp; Anne Huggins Races – This Saturday</title>
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      <description>This Saturday is a big day on the HVH calendar, along with our Annual General Meeting as mentioned in our previous post, we’ll also have the Novices, President’s Handicap, and Anne Huggins Memorial races at Sladden Park. After the AGM…</description>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Mountain Running Champs – This Saturday Morning</title>
      <link>https://hvh.org.nz/mountain-running-champs-this-saturday-morning/</link>
      <description>As if this Saturday is not busy enough we also have the NZ &amp; Wellington Mountain Running Champs. This event is Athletics Wellington‑sanctioned, which means two great things for HVH members. If you’re a paid club member, your entry fee…</description>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Novices, President’s &amp; Anne Huggins Races – This Saturday</title>
      <link>https://hvh.org.nz/novices-presidents-anne-huggins-races-this-saturday/</link>
      <description>This Saturday is a big day on the HVH calendar, along with our Annual General Meeting as mentioned in our previous post, we’ll also have the Novices, President’s Handicap, and Anne Huggins Memorial races at Sladden Park. After the AGM…</description>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Hutt Valley Harriers AGM – This Saturday</title>
      <link>https://hvh.org.nz/hutt-valley-harriers-agm-this-saturday/</link>
      <description>Our Annual General Meeting is coming up this weekend, as posted in the HVH club calendar. All members are warmly invited to attend and take part in shaping the direction of the club for the 2026 season and beyond. Date:…</description>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <dc:date>2026-04-14T00:00:00Z</dc:date>
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      <title>Hutt Valley Harriers AGM – This Saturday</title>
      <link>https://hvh.org.nz/hutt-valley-harriers-agm-this-saturday/</link>
      <description>Our Annual General Meeting is coming up this weekend, as posted in the HVH club calendar. All members are warmly invited to attend and take part in shaping the direction of the club for the 2026 season and beyond. Date:…</description>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Axemen raise the half century as first round form reverses for some teams</title>
      <link>https://clubrugby.nz/wp/2026/04/11/axemen-raise-the-half-century-as-first-round-form-reverses-for-some-teams/</link>
      <description>Above: Losi Filipo dives over to score one of two tries for Petone in their tight win over the Upper Hutt Rams. Photo: Andy McArthur. By Steven White, Scott MacLean &amp; Adam Julian An opening win of the competition for the Wellington Axemen against Pōneke and generally much closer matches than last week were two...</description>
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      <pubDate>Sat, 11 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <dc:creator>Wellington Club Weekly</dc:creator>
      <dc:date>2026-04-11T00:00:00Z</dc:date>
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      <title>Barker College make fast start on three-game tour</title>
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      <description>By Adam Julian Barker College opened its three-game New Zealand tour with a 40-36 victory over St Patrick’s College, Silverstream on Wednesday. The North Sydney independent Anglicans stunned the 2025 Wellington Premiership winners by blasting to a 26-0 lead in under 10 minutes. Not since 2017, when Silverstream was caned by national championships, Hastings Boys’...</description>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <dc:creator>Wellington Club Weekly</dc:creator>
      <dc:date>2026-04-08T00:00:00Z</dc:date>
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      <georss:featurename>Silverstream, Upper Hutt, Upper Hutt City, Wellington, 5019, New Zealand</georss:featurename>
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      <title>Enter now: Night Cross Country</title>
      <link>https://hvh.org.nz/enter-now-night-cross-country/</link>
      <description>Ever feel like you’re just running around in the dark? Why not take that experience and apply it for real in the new Athletics Wellington Night Cross Country event? This new event is due to take place on the evening…</description>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <dc:date>2026-04-07T00:00:00Z</dc:date>
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      <title>Enter now: Night Cross Country</title>
      <link>https://hvh.org.nz/enter-now-night-cross-country/</link>
      <description>Ever feel like you’re just running around in the dark? Why not take that experience and apply it for real in the new Athletics Wellington Night Cross Country event? This new event is due to take place on the evening…</description>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <dc:creator>Hutt Valley Harriers</dc:creator>
      <dc:date>2026-04-07T00:00:00Z</dc:date>
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      <title>Register Now for the 2026 Season</title>
      <link>https://hvh.org.nz/register-now-for-the-2026-season/</link>
      <description>Registration for the season are now open via our membership page. Feel free to sign up when you’re ready, but please make sure you’re registered by the the end of April. if you want to take part in the …</description>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <dc:date>2026-04-07T00:00:00Z</dc:date>
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      <title>Register Now for the 2026 Season</title>
      <link>https://hvh.org.nz/register-now-for-the-2026-season/</link>
      <description>Registration for the season are now open via our membership page. Feel free to sign up when you’re ready, but please make sure you’re registered by the the end of April. if you want to take part in the …</description>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <dc:creator>Hutt Valley Harriers</dc:creator>
      <dc:date>2026-04-07T00:00:00Z</dc:date>
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      <title>Sideline Conversions 6 April (some rugby news and information to start the week)</title>
      <link>https://clubrugby.nz/wp/2026/04/06/sideline-conversions-6-april-some-rugby-news-and-information-to-start-the-week/</link>
      <description>Upper Hutt Rams celebrate a job well done, beating Poneke 66-32 in their Swindale Shield season opener. Is this the year of the Ram? Photo: Tane Nathan/Kinetic Images. The first weekend of Wellington club rugby saw seven entertaining Premier fixtures played throughout the region and the opening round of Premier 2 games. There were Premier...</description>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 05 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <dc:creator>Wellington Club Weekly</dc:creator>
      <dc:date>2026-04-05T00:00:00Z</dc:date>
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      <title>2026 Hutt Valley Harriers Season Opening Day – Saturday, 11 April</title>
      <link>https://hvh.org.nz/2026-hutt-valley-harriers-season-opening-day-saturday-11-april/</link>
      <description>It’s official — the first day of the 2026 Hutt Valley Harriers season is just over a month away. Whether you’re new to running, returning after a break, or a seasoned runner, we’d love you to come along and give…</description>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 09 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <dc:creator>Hutt Valley Harriers</dc:creator>
      <dc:date>2026-03-09T00:00:00Z</dc:date>
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      <title>2026 Hutt Valley Harriers Season Opening Day – Saturday, 11 April</title>
      <link>https://hvh.org.nz/2026-hutt-valley-harriers-season-opening-day-saturday-11-april/</link>
      <description>It’s official — the first day of the 2026 Hutt Valley Harriers season is just over a month away. Whether you’re new to running, returning after a break, or a seasoned runner, we’d love you to come along and give…</description>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 09 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <guid>https://hvh.org.nz/2026-hutt-valley-harriers-season-opening-day-saturday-11-april/</guid>
      <dc:creator>Hutt Valley Harriers</dc:creator>
      <dc:date>2026-03-09T00:00:00Z</dc:date>
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      <title>Requesting your help at Orienteering Nationals 2026</title>
      <link>https://mailchi.mp/5ca0a6cb681d/bonus-local-sprint-training-17317347</link>
      <description>Requesting your help at Orienteering Nationals 2026 ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   View this email in your browser Requesting your help Orienteering Nationals Friday 3 April - Monday 6 April 2026 Kia ora &lt;&gt;! Orienteering Wellington is teaming up with our neighbors—Wairarapa, Hutt Valley, and Red Kiwi—to host the 2026 National Orienteering Championships this Easter! With over 500 competitors expected, this is our premier event of the year. We are looking for volunteers to help ensure the event runs smoothly. If you are able to be part of the action behind the scenes, we’d love to have you on board. Please follow the link below. For more about the event, see here: https://ochamps.nz/ I’m keen to help! Coming events Sunday 8 March — OY, Whirokino Wednesday 11 March — Massey University sprint, Wellington Sunday 15 March — CSW “Have a Go”, Avalon Park, Hutt Valley Wednesday 18 March — Maidstone Intermediate sprint, Hutt Valley Sunday 22 March — OY and CSW, Tikara Sunday 29 March - CSW and Public event, Battle Hill Friday 3 March - Monday 6 March - Orienteering Nationals About us We welcome all who live around Te Whanganui-a-Tara to discover our special region through orienteering. Be part of our community at Orienteering Wellington Copyright (C) 2026 Orienteering Wellington. All rights reserved. Our mailing address is: Want to change how you receive these emails? You can update your preferences or unsubscribe</description>
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      <pubDate>Sat, 07 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <dc:creator>Wellington Orienteering Association</dc:creator>
      <dc:date>2026-03-07T00:00:00Z</dc:date>
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      <title>Club Rugby pre-season underway this Saturday</title>
      <link>https://clubrugby.nz/wp/2026/03/06/club-rugby-pre-season-underway-this-saturday/</link>
      <description>Action from last year’s Hardham Cup final, with Poneke playing in Paraparaumu tomorrow and the Upper Hutt Rams meeting Linton away. Photo: Tane Nathan. It’s the opening weekend of the 2026 club rugby pre-season, with many clubs holding their own internal club days but also a number of others in actual on the field against...</description>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 06 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <guid>https://clubrugby.nz/wp/2026/03/06/club-rugby-pre-season-underway-this-saturday/</guid>
      <dc:creator>Wellington Club Weekly</dc:creator>
      <dc:date>2026-03-06T00:00:00Z</dc:date>
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      <georss:featurename>Upper Hutt, Upper Hutt City, Wellington, 5218, New Zealand</georss:featurename>
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      <title>Sideline Conversions 16 February (some news and information to start the new week in rugby)</title>
      <link>https://clubrugby.nz/wp/2026/02/16/sideline-conversions-16-february-some-news-and-information-to-start-the-new-week-in-rugby/</link>
      <description>Above: Flashback to the 2007 Swindale Shield clash between Upper Hutt and Wainuiomata. Upper Hutt won 19-17. These two teams meet this year in round 11 on 13 June. All photos are here: https://clubrugby.smugmug.com/ Plenty of activity behind the scenes as the autumn leaves of the off-season gather (or in the case of Sunday night’s...</description>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 15 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <guid>https://clubrugby.nz/wp/2026/02/16/sideline-conversions-16-february-some-news-and-information-to-start-the-new-week-in-rugby/</guid>
      <dc:creator>Wellington Club Weekly</dc:creator>
      <dc:date>2026-02-15T00:00:00Z</dc:date>
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      <georss:featurename>Upper Hutt, Upper Hutt City, Wellington, 5218, New Zealand</georss:featurename>
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      <title>Date change: Next CSW sprint now Thursday 19 February</title>
      <link>https://mailchi.mp/b893bfa14123/bonus-local-sprint-training-17316569</link>
      <description>Date change: Next CSW sprint now Thursday 19 February ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   View this email in your browser Chilton-St Bernard’s CSW sprint now on Thursday 19 February Kia ora &lt;&gt;! A quick note from our partners Orienteering Hutt Valley that the next CSW and public sprint, at Chilton Saint James and Saint Bernard’s Schools in Lower Hutt, will now be on Thursday 19 February. This one-off departure from our regular Wednesday sprint series is needed to meet the needs of the venue and our participants. Pre-entry is preferred but registration on the day is possible. Course distances are 3.2km, 3.0km, and 1.3km. Start times are between 6-7pm. Pre-entry closes 11.59pm Wednesday 18 February. We hope you can still enjoy the fun! Find out more and register Coming events Thursday 19 February — Chilton St Bernards Schools, Hutt Valley Onslow College sprint, Wellington Wednesday 25 February — VUW Kelburn Campus sprint, Wellington Wednesday 4 March — Naenae College and Naenae Intermediate sprint, Hutt Valley Sunday 8 March — OY, Whirokino Wednesday 11 March — Massey University sprint, Wellington Sunday 15 March — CSW “Have a Go”, Avalon Park, Hutt Valley Wednesday 18 March — Maidstone Intermediate sprint, Hutt Valley Sunday 22 March — OY and CSW, Tikara About us We welcome all who live around Te Whanganui-a-Tara to discover our special region through orienteering. Be part of our community at Orienteering Wellington Copyright (C) 2026 Orienteering Wellington. All rights reserved. Our mailing address is: Want to change how you receive these emails? You can update your preferences or unsubscribe</description>
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      <pubDate>Sat, 14 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <guid>https://mailchi.mp/b893bfa14123/bonus-local-sprint-training-17316569</guid>
      <dc:creator>Wellington Orienteering Association</dc:creator>
      <dc:date>2026-02-14T00:00:00Z</dc:date>
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      <georss:featurename>Lower Hutt, Lower Hutt City, Wellington, 5010, New Zealand</georss:featurename>
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      <title>2026 Player Registrations</title>
      <link>https://www.stopout.org.nz/2026-player-registrations/</link>
      <description>Register for the 2026 Season with Stop Out! https://www.sporty.co.nz/viewform/279940 The post 2026 Player Registrations first appeared on Stop Out Sports Club.</description>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 08 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <guid>https://www.stopout.org.nz/2026-player-registrations/</guid>
      <dc:creator>Stop Out Sports Club</dc:creator>
      <dc:date>2026-02-08T00:00:00Z</dc:date>
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      <title>Club updates and entries for Nationals!</title>
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      <description>Club updates and entries for Nationals! We've a busy start to the year with sprints, CSW and Nationals! ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   View this email in your browser Mihi nui kia &lt;&gt; Welcome back! I hope you’ve had an adventurous break and are ready to lace up your shoes, grab your compass, and dive into another amazing year of orienteering. I’m grateful to have each of you as part of our orienteering whānau—so here’s to another year of adventure, laughter, and maps that (mostly) make sense! 2026 marks the fiftieth year of Orienteering Wellington and it begins with a bang. Locally, we’ve got our Summer Sprint series—full of testing maps, friendly faces, and rewarding for those who make quick decisions with equally admirable execution! But before we get onto events and club business, I’d first like to recognise our members who received our club cups last year—Alan Horn received the Fortune Cup for services to the club. Alan is one of those people who unfailingly works quietly but tirelessly, keeping check of club gear, managing registrations and downloads, and helping control events. Rachel Baker was awarded the Endeavour Cup for performance, with a particularly strong showing at the Junior World Orienteering Championships last year. See you out there! Beverley Holder President Entries for Nationals 2026 are open! Orienteering Wellington, along with Orienteering Wairarapa, Orienteering Hutt Valley, and Red Kiwis are hosting the New Zealand Orienteering Championships (Nationals) 2026 in the Wairarapa. Entries are open now—there’s only seven weeks to go! The events, with planners and controllers, are: Friday 3 April, Sprint – Rathkeale (Will Vale, Dick Dinsdale) Saturday 4 April, Middle – Rewanui (Malcolm Ingham, Gillian Ingham) Sunday 5 April, Long – Coonoor (Caspar Harmer, Geoff Morrison) Monday 6 April, Relay – Riverside (Yvette Baker, Liz Nicholson and Rob Collier) And here are six things that orienteers are doing to prepare! Sorting accommodation and travel Upping their training and fitness—ONZ has plenty of training resources and ideas Previewing old maps of event areas Setting personal goals for their events and experience—be it fun, focus, few errors or something else! Thinking about how to volunteer Connecting with Orienteering buddies to build the buzz. And when it comes to volunteering—yes, we are looking for people to help out, so if you can offer a hand then get in touch through our contact form. Head to the Nationals website to find out more and enter. Nationals 2026 Kicking off locally with Summer Sprints and CSW Our popular Summer Sprint series is back! Fast-paced, fun, and friendly, these are the perfect events to rekindle your love of orienteering after a day at school or the office. Bring your enthusiasm (and maybe a friend or two!)—it’s all about getting outside and discovering familiar urban and local rural areas in a new way. So, run for your lives at our first sprint at Karori Cemetery this Wednesday. This is followed by sprints at Chilton St Bernards School in the Hutt Valley on Wednesday 18 February, and VUW Kelburn Campus on Wednesday 25 February. We’re also thrilled to continue our partnership with College Sport Wellington (CSW). This series is all about helping our younger members develop confidence, strategy, and a love for orienteering that lasts a lifetime. It’s always inspiring to see so many students giving it their all. Members’ League Jake Hanson has been developing a members’ league to add a bit of collegial competition to CSW and OY events for Orienteering Wellington members aged 16 or older (so as not to be confused with CSW rankings). The idea is that points are weighted to account for age and ability, rather than simply on fastest time. There was strong support for the league at the AGM, which we’ll introduce for this season. There will also be a way for people to opt out of the league if they prefer. Read the details on eligibility, which events qualify, and how points are calculated! Subscriptions By now you’ll have received an invoice for your annual subscription, so it’s time to renew your membership. If you haven’t received your invoice or have a query about your membership, then email Anna Varnham at membership@wellingtonorienteering.org.nz. Look swish! It’s the start of the season so now’s the perfect time to get some club gear. Plus, you can do your bit to look club-proud and awesome at Nationals! Get your gear! Technical tip: Visualise the circle When you look to the next control, how well can you picture exactly what your approach will look like? To know precisely where the control will be placed you need to convert the map into an image in your mind of how the terrain in the control circle will look. Watch the video about developing a clear mental image of stepping stones and handrails, how they relate to each other and how you will flow through them. You should flow though control sites just as you flow through the rest of the leg. Content provided by Orienteering New Zealand Club biz A strong showing of 23 members (about one-quarter of members) attended the Annual General Meeting on 6 December 2025, with a further six apologies noted. Beverley Holder was returned as president, likewise Gerald Crawford as treasurer. Lachlan McKenzie, Jake Hanson and Paul Teesdale-Spittle were also returned to the committee, with Lachlan retaining the role of secretary. Any member can attend a Committee meeting and submit items for discussion. Committee meetings are on the second Sunday of each month from February through to November. The Committee has notionally nominated Saturday, 21 November 2026 for this year’s AGM. Find meeting dates. We’re interested to hear from you as to how you might like to be involved with the club and if you’re keen to support a working group—see the discussion paper. Not all working groups need to be permanent. One suggestion from members who attended AGM 2025 was the need for a focus on training, which was widely supported by all in attendance. About the Committee Coming events Wednesday 11 February — Karori Cemetery sprint, Wellington Wednesday 18 February — Chilton St Bernards Schools, Hutt Valley Onslow College sprint, Wellington Wednesday 25 February — VUW Kelburn Campus sprint, Wellington Wednesday 4 March — Naenae College and Naenae Intermediate sprint, Hutt Valley Sunday 8 March — OY, Whirokino Wednesday 11 March — Massey University sprint, Wellington Sunday 15 March — CSW “Have a Go”, Avalon Park, Hutt Valley Wednesday 18 March — Maidstone Intermediate sprint, Hutt Valley Sunday 22 March — OY and CSW, Tikara ... For all events, visit Orienteering New Zealand About us We welcome all who live around Te Whanganui-a-Tara to discover our special region through orienteering. Be part of our community at Orienteering Wellington Copyright (C) 2026 Orienteering Wellington. All rights reserved. Our mailing address is: Want to change how you receive these emails? You can update your preferences or unsubscribe</description>
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      <description>Bonus local sprint training There's sprint training in Wainuiomata on Sunday courtesy of Orienteering Hutt Valley.</description>
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      <description>With the NZ Football changeover from COMET to the Sporty database over Christmas, the red flag process has unfortunately been a little messier than usual. If you have received an automated email and not sure what to do next, everything you need to know is below. If you do still have questions, please send us […] The post Red Flags – 2025 appeared first on Upper Hutt City Football.</description>
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      <title>Skills training on Wednesday and AGM updates</title>
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      <description>Skills training on Wednesday and AGM updates Last-ditch skills training for the year on Kaukau this Wednesday ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   View this email in your browser Training this Wednesday and AGM updates Meri Kirihimete &lt;&gt;! After the successful and fun afterwork series—and before you check out for the holidays—we are putting on a training session focussing on compass skills. The training will occur on Kaukau, at 6—7pm Wednesday, 17 December. Our session is aimed at those wanting to learn new skills and techniques, or those with more experience who want to practise their techniques, and is suitable for every ability (kids and adults welcome!). Bring your compass and clothes suitable for the weather, as it can be exposed on the tops. No dogs are allowed on the farmland. The session will be coached by Rachel and Yvette Baker, so please email Rachel at rachel.rosara.baker@gmail.com if you have any questions, or need to borrow a compass. On-street parking is available at our meeting point at the end of McLintock Street, accessed from Truscott Avenue. See the map. Key takeouts from the AGM If you missed the AGM, don’t worry. Here are some of the key takeouts. “This year has been one of growth, development, and community spirit as we continue to promote and enhance the sport of orienteering across the Wellington region.”—Beverley Holder, President You can read more about our club achievements—events, training, mapping and more—in Beverley’s report below. There will be no change to subscription fees for 2026. President’s report Committee and working groups As elected committee for 2026 is: Beverley Holder (President) Gerald Crawford (Treasurer) Lachlan McKenzie Jake Hanson Paul Teasdale-Spittle The committee will be supported by working groups to fulfil the club’s many functions. Working groups have been proposed but not confirmed, and are not necessarily permanent—they may be based around time-bound projects. We’d love to hear from you about which groups you think might be useful, and how you may like to contribute. Read the discussion paper and send your thoughts to Lachlan at secretary@wellingtonorienteering.org.nz Discussion paper Awards Congratulations to our award recipients this year. The Endeavour Cup is awarded for development and performance, and the Fortune Cup is awarded for outstanding service to the club. Endeavour Cup Rachel Baker received this year’s Endeavour Cup for her outstanding performances including as part of the New Zealand team at this year’s Junior World Orienteering Championships in Italy. Other nominees were Morag McLellan and Jake McLellan. Fortune Cup Alan Horn received the Fortune Cup. Alan unfailingly provides outstanding support for events, gear, and controlling and planning. Other nominees were Paul Teesdale-Spittle, Helen Hughes, Lachlan McKenzie and Will Vale. Members’ League We will be trialling a members’ league in 2026—a way to introduce some fun competition into events where scores are based on comparative performance, rather than absolute as per race time. Details are being worked through but generally will look like this: For members age 16 or over who run a Red-level course CSWs and OYs will be ‘counting events’ Scores will be allocated based on the formula “Average km rate * (age and gender weighting)” Overall winner: If there are 10 ‘counting events’, we will take your top 6 scores. Coming events Orienteering Wellington’s coming events can be found on our Events page. You can also toggle the calendar to show Orienteering Hutt Valley’s events. Sprint, Whitireia Campus – Wednesday 11 February Sprint, Victoria University – Wednesday 25 February Sprint, Masey University – Wednesday 11 March CSW, Tikara, Churton Park – Sunday 23 March For all events, visit Orienteering New Zealand. About us We welcome all who live around Te Whanganui-a-Tara to discover our special region through orienteering. Be part of our community at Orienteering Wellington. Copyright (C) 2025 Orienteering Wellington. All rights reserved. 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