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Canterbury legend celebrates 20 years

The principles of coaching sport to primary school children has not changed much in the 20 years Tony Harvey has been working at Sport Canterbury.

SPARC board appoints new Chief Executive

One of the most influential positions in sport and recreation has been confirmed today with SPARC’s Board announcing the appointment of Peter Miskimmin as the new chief executive.

SPARC invests in NZ bobsleigh team for 2010 Winter Olympics

A talent identification project funded by the government agency Sport and Recreation New Zealand (SPARC) has resulted in a nationwide search for strong male athletes to form a New Zealand bobsleigh team that would compete at the 2010 Vancouver Winter Olympics.

Mission-On gets kids to play ball

A new game called ‘Upball’ was launched nationwide today to get children who watch more than two hours of television a day more physically active.

SPARC brings data analysts together to discuss winning ways

When it comes to sharing information New Zealand’s small size is a real advantage, which is why SPARC invited a range of sports to Christchurch on Tuesday for a data and video analysis workshop.

SPARC invests $600,000 into NZ’s top coaches

SPARC has invested over $600,000 into some of New Zealand’s top coaches through Coach Performance Enhancement Grants (CPEGs) – almost twice the amount invested in this programme during 2007.

Leaders in Sport get ready to be inspired

New Zealand will host the prestigious International Leaders in Sport conference in early April 2008 with a line-up of top international speakers and influential figures from across the sporting, business, political and academic worlds.

Kathrine Switzer launches her new book

Kathrine Switzer will be undertaking a national tour launching her new biography "Marathon Woman: Running the Race to Revolutionize Women's Sport."

Havelock North High School team wins SPARC Get2Go Challenge 2007

After several days of outdoor action and team adventure, eight students from Havelock North High School are celebrating their victory at the 2007 SPARC Get2Go Challenge.

SPARC Chief Executive Nick Hill Resigns

SPARC (Sport & Recreation New Zealand) Chief Executive Nick Hill announced today that he is resigning from his role, effective 28 March 2008.

Time to get moving at home - Arthritis Exercise DVD

Living with Arthritis can make everyday tasks extremely challenging.

Top Get2Go regional teams prepare for Great Barrier Island Final

Outdoor team adventure and action are on the agenda for Year 9 and 10 students preparing for the SPARC Get2Go Challenge grand final on Great Barrier Island next week.

SPARC Announces Physical Activity Guidelines for Children and Young People

SPARC (Sport & Recreation New Zealand) today announced newly adopted physical activity guidelines for children and young people (ages 5-18). Most notably, the guidelines recommend that throughout each day, children and young people need at least 60 minutes of moderate to vigorous physical activity for improved physical and mental health.

2007 SPARC Sir Terry McLean National Sports Journalism Awards

New Zealand’s top sports journalists and photographers were recognised at the 2007 Sir Terry McLean National Sports Journalism Awards Dinner in Auckland tonight.

SPARC Announces $4.9 Million Investment In High Performance Sport

Ongoing Commitment to Winter Sports, Canoeing Highlight Package.