Triathlon New Zealand

LAUNCH SPECIAL - 20% OFF THIS WEEKEND!

XTERRA Rotorua is back Saturday 10 April 2027! Get ready for epic trails, off-road racing, incredible Rotorua scenery and the legendary XTERRA atmosphere. ️Also incorporating the Tri NZ Suzuki Series Cross triathlon and qualifier for Pontevedra World Champs 2027!

To celebrate the launch, they are giving you 20% OFF your entry this weekend with code LAUNCH20.

⏰ Be quick, the offer finishes midnight Monday 7 September!

Calling all Tri Clubs!
The club competition is back to find the country’s best Cross Tri Club. Rally your crew and make sure you enter your club during the registration process to be in the running for the crown!

https://events.barefootsport.co.nz/event/2512

🚗 We're just over two weeks away from the kick-off of the 2026-27 Tri NZ Suzuki NZ Series. Get your entries in now for the Auckland Duathlon - hosted by Akld City Tri Club on September 20 and plan your summer of swim, bike and run at triathlon.kiwi

WEET-BIX KIDS TRYATHLON ENTRIES ARE OPEN!

The Sanitarium Weet-Bix Kids TRYathlon™ season is back, with events happening across Aotearoa!

It’s all about giving tamariki the chance to get active, have fun and experience the buzz of swimming, biking, running,and crossing that finish line.

With events around the country, you can find all the Weet-Bix Kids TRYathlons on the Tri NZ Events Calendar, alongside our Tri NZ endorsed events.

📅 Find an event near you and get entered:
https://www.triathlon.kiwi/events-calendar

Pick your start line and get ready to TRY!

Ainsley Thorpe Triathlete produced her best result at World Triathlon Championship Series (WTCS) in more than two years while deep frustration was the takeaway for Saxon Morgan - Triathlete at WTCS Weihai on Saturday.

Thorpe was 27th in the women’s standard distance race, her best finish at WTCS level since finishing 18th at WTCS Hamburg in July 2024 just before her second Olympic Games appearance at Paris. It was a solid performance as the Cambridge-based athlete battles back from the reoccurrence of a stress reaction injury in a leg.

The 28-year-old had been ranked 38th for the race in China and has subsequently returned inside the world’s top 100, up 18 places to 97th. Importantly, her Olympic qualification ranking has improved from 71st to 65th.

Fourth out of the water and positioned at the pointy end of the 40km bike, Morgan was on course for a season best WTCS performance only to have what was his 100th World Triathlon-sanctioned start ruined by a puncture.

The trick now is to find starts to maintain/cash in on that untapped form as the build towards World Triathlon Cup Tauranga on November 22 begins.

WTCS Weihai - Leading results

WOMEN
🥇Cassandre Beaugrand (FRA) - 1:49:20
🥈 Beth Potter (GBR) - 1:49:26
🥉 Lisa Tertsch (GER) - 1:49:44

Also NZL
27. Ainsley Thorpe (NZL) - 1:54:51

MEN
🥇 Max Studer (SUI) - 1:41:08
🥈 David Cantero Del Campo (ESP) - 1:41:18
🥉 Tyler Mislawchuk (CAN) - 1:41:25

Also NZL
DNF: Saxon Morgan (NZL) - Mechanical

📷 World Triathlon

💯 Saxon Morgan - Triathlete celebrates a decade of racing at the highest level when he lines up for World Triathlon start No.100 at WTCS Weihai today.

Add Ainsley Thorpe Triathlete, who is back in WTCS action as her comeback from injury continues, and fields peppered with big names and this is one you won't want to miss.

🌊 Men: 1pm NZT
🌊 Women: 4pm NZT
📺 Watch live: TriathlonLive.com

Full story in the comments below 👇

Let’s go, Kiwis! 🇳🇿

📷 World Triathlon

We’re incredibly proud to see Michael Whittaker embracing the challenge of Para triathlon as he continues to pursue his ambitions across multiple Para sports.

Michael’s journey is a brilliant example of the determination, versatility and courage that make our Para sport community so special. We’re excited to see him bringing his experience from Para athletics and Para cycling into swim, bike and run as he works towards his Para triathlon debut.

It’s fantastic to see Michael’s story shared by Paralympics New Zealand, and we can’t wait to follow the next chapter of his journey.

Ka mau te wehi, Michael, the Tri NZ whānau is right behind you!

Read the full story from Paralympics New Zealand 👇
https://paralympics.org.nz/versatile-whittaker-pursues-multi-para-sport-ambitions/

Versatile Whittaker pursues multi Para sport ambitions - Paralympics New Zealand Most elite Para athletes spend years striving to reach the top of a single Para sport. Michael Whittaker is chasing success in three.  Already a Para Athletics World Championships finalist, and a New Zealand record-holder in Para cycling, the Aucklander is now adding Para swimming to his repertoire...

26 DAYS TO GO!

The countdown is officially ON for the Auckland Duathlon Championships!

📅 Sunday 20 September 2026
📍 Māngere Bridge, Auckland

Whether you’re chasing a national title, representing your school, teaming up with a mate, or taking on your first-ever duathlon, there’s a race for you.

Expect a fast, fun and friendly day of racing beside the Manukau Harbour with flat coastal running, a great bike course and an awesome community atmosphere.

26 days. Time to get race ready.

Run. Ride. Run. We Du it together.

👉 Enter now: https://www.aucklandduathlon.nz/

🇳🇿 Join the Tri NZ Elite Selection Commission

2 x Vacancies
4 year term
Closing date – 04 September 2026, 17H00

-- Position Description --
Triathlon New Zealand is seeking expressions of interest for members to join the Elite Selection Commission.

The Elite Selection Commission is constituted by the Tri NZ Board with full power to consider and select athletes for all Elite and/or High Performance Teams and/or Squads that represent New Zealand in triathlon, duathlon, aquathlon and other disciplines governed in the World Triathlon (TRI) family, and other duties as may be designated to it by the Board from time to time.

The Commission comprises a maximum five members, including an independent Chair, and three further independent members, and the Tri NZ GM: Performance (who joins the commission as an observer with speaking rights, but no voting rights).

There are currently two vacancies to be filled, with the incumbent members at the end of their term.

-- Ideal Applicant --
The independent members are appointed on the basis of knowledge and understanding of current World Triathlon elite triathlon, triathletes and performance trends, and experience and/or appreciation of sports governing bodies and a capability to up-hold the principles set out in the terms of reference.
Information required for you to apply

Please submit a letter as part of your expression of interest, that details why you are an ideal candidate to be considered for the roles available, along with a CV that demonstrates your experience. Please ensure that you consult the Terms of Reference for the Tri NZ Elite Selection Commission, to assist you in developing your response as part of your expression of interest. For a copy of the TOR, please email [email protected] or consult Triathlon New Zealand website.

To apply, visit Appoint Better Boards, https://www.appointbetterboards.co.nz/position/apt22772

Registrations are now open for the 2026 Tri NZ Junior Development Camp!

Take your triathlon to the next level at our premier junior development camp, held in Mount Maunganui from 20–22 November alongside the excitement of the inaugural Tauranga World Cup weekend.

Designed for aspiring young triathletes, the camp includes:
- Expert coaching and skill development
- Practical swim, bike and run sessions
- Performance education and athlete workshops
- Opportunities to connect with athletes and coaches from around New Zealand

Whether you're looking to improve your skills, build confidence, or experience an unforgettable weekend immersed in triathlon, this camp is for you.

📍 Mount Maunganui
📅 20–22 November 2026

Find out more and secure your spot today: https://www.triathlon.kiwi/tri-nz-development-camp