Disability Sport and Recreation Hawkes Bay

16/09/2026

Katie Lindsay, chapter leader for Achilles Hawkes Bay is taking on the challenge of the Auckland Marathon this year. She is doing this as a fundraising effort for Achilles New Zealand as part of their mission to ensure that no disability stands in the way of athletic achievement.

If you are in a position to donate, please visit the fundraising page and share it around with your networks.

Ka mau te wehi, Katie!

Participating in Achilles NZ Auckland Marathon Fundraising Team

14/09/2026

🌟⭐🌟Waiho rā kia tū takitahi ana ngā whetū o te rangi 🌟⭐🌟
🌟⭐🌟Let it be one alone that stands among the other stars in the sky🌟⭐🌟

Leadership comes in all shapes and sizes, and 9-year-old Rocco is a prime example of this. Rocco pushed himself far beyond what could be considered comfortable to both set and achieve a HUGE goal of conquering 5000 stair steps around Aotearoa. With altruism beyond his years, Rocco wanted to be able to help the Hawke's Bay team get to the 2027 Halberg Games in Auckland by raising money through this massive feat.

Rocco completed his 5000 stair step challenge with the BIGGEST grin on his face on Saturday 12 September 2026. He was surrounded by his supporters, including his family and his dedicated physio, Karen.

If you too would like to help the team make their way to Tāmaki Makaurau so our athletes can shine, please donate at the link below or continue to share the link. Donations will be gratefully received until the page closes this Friday, 18 September.

https://givealittle.co.nz/fundraiser/roccos-stair-athon-5000-stair-steps

14/09/2026

There he goes! Rocco confidently conquered the final portion of his 5000 stair step challenge on Saturday with his friends and family by his side.

If you are able to support the cause, please visit the link below and help to get a group of deserving athletes on their way to the 2027 Halberg Games.

https://givealittle.co.nz/fundraiser/roccos-stair-athon-5000-stair-steps

13/09/2026

What a fun-filled day yesterday was! Our athletes had a great time working on their skills with our friends at Sense Rugby NZ and then, to top it all off, they met a whole lot of their heroes at the Hawkes Bay Magpies Captain's Run.

Rocco's Journey: A Wish to Walk also reached the conclusion of this chapter: watch this space for photos and videos!

Not only was the sun beaming down yesterday, but so too were the smiles, and we're sure those will just become even wider as today's game continues.

11/09/2026

Week after week, these legendary athletes continue to grow and impress!

Coach Nick added in the bench press and kettlebell deadlifts for a new challenge, which these guys tackled with vigour.

We are so proud of the gains they are making and the confidence we see increasing with every session!

11/09/2026

Rocco, we are so, so, SO proud of you and cannot wait to celebrate with you tomorrow!

'His determination for self-improvement is a great motivation for others.'

10/09/2026

Adventures await!

Join our friends from the Seed & Flourish Collective in Havelock North for some exciting activities over the upcoming term break.

These activities are perfect for university-aged-individuals and adults.

Contact Jo Adamson (who you may also know from swimming) for more details or to register.

09/09/2026

After such a great day out in the sunshine this past Saturday, let's keep this Vitamin D fest going with one more big adventure out in the beautiful fresh air!

Come along to an energising and exhilarating Sense Rugby session followed by an inspiring and exciting experience at the Magpies Captain's Run. Rocco will also be completing his final push on his staircase challenge, and he would love to have you there to support him.

Sense Rugby will finish at 10:15am, giving us plenty of time to get to the Captain's Run.

Please wear your DSRHB t-shirt.

Sign up via Hello Club to be part of the action!

https://disabilitysporthb.helloclub.com/public/event/6a3ca44637832d4dada22a7a/sense-rugby-session-and-magpies-captains-run

08/09/2026

Are you keen to try a new sport or get stuck into one you already love?

If that sounds like you, head on down to the Mitre 10 Sports Park on Wednesday 23 September for this fantastic opportunity.

Along with these excellent sporting activities, there will also be a sausage sizzle, music, and a performance by a local group. If that wasn't enough, there will also be vouchers for anyone interested in swimming to come down to a club training and jump in the pool (free of charge!).

There will be plenty of coaches and volunteers from the Special Olympics organisation there to answer all your questions.

So, head on over to Mitre 10 Sports Park, have a go and learn more about what Special Olympics sports are all about!