Halberg Foundation

24/02/2026

LESS THAN 1 MONTH TO GO – Swimming & Athletics registrations close Friday 20 March 2026!

The countdown to the Halberg Games is on! With 25 sports confirmed – including the exciting return of Triathlon 🙌 – now’s the time to lock in your sport.

⏰ Swimming & Athletics close Friday 20 March 2026 (to allow time to create competitions). Make sure you’re registered and ready!

Already signed up? Log in and select your sport(s).
New athlete? Register and choose your sport in one easy step.

Don’t miss out – we can’t wait to see you at the Halberg Games! 🎉
https://halberg.co.nz/halberg-games/halberg-games/

24/02/2026

23/02/2026

Amazing day out on the water at Lake Karapiro. We loved seeing all the smiles on faces and people being active. It was also really cool to meet some of our n...

23/02/2026

A highlight from the awards night 🏆Youth Council Member Amy sharing her vision, passion, and dedication to our community At last weeks Halberg Awards

22/02/2026

What a night to remember 🥂 💫 The 63rd ISPS Handa Halberg Awards was filled with energy, excitement, and inspiration as Aotearoa's incredible athletes were recognised for their achievements.

The atmosphere was electric! Every guest brought their support, cheer, and celebration, making the evening unforgettable. From heartfelt speeches to standing ovations, it was a reminder of the power of sport to bring people together, inspire communities, and celebrate what makes us all stronger 🏆🤍

18/02/2026

17/02/2026

The glitz ✨ The glam 💫 The unforgettable moments.

The photo galleries from the 63rd ISPS Handa Halberg Awards Red Carpet are now LIVE on our Awards page!

What an incredible night celebrating Aotearoa’s sporting excellence — the vibes were high, the outfits were on point, and the energy on the red carpet was simply electric. From stunning arrivals to candid moments, it was a night to remember and we loved sharing it with you all.

Head over to our page to relive the magic and download your favourite snaps here 👉 https://www.facebook.com/ISPSHandaHalbergAwards/photos_albums

Thank you to everyone who joined us and helped make it such a special evening — we hope you enjoyed it as much as we did! 🖤🏆

📸 : photosport.nz

17/02/2026

What a Night! ⭐🏆

Congratulations to all the winners from last night’s 63rd ISPS Handa Halberg Awards! It was an incredible evening celebrating the dedication, perseverance, and success of Aotearoa’s finest athletes. From emerging talent to world-class champions, every nominee and winner showcased what it means to represent New Zealand on the global stage as well as recognising the amazing work people do within the New Zealand disability sport and recreation space 🇳🇿✨

A huge round of applause to:
🏅 Sky Sport Emerging Talent – Sam Ruthe (accepted by Jessica Ruthe)
🏅 Buddle Findlay Coach of the Year – James Sandilands
🏅 ISPS Handa Para Athlete/Para Team – Danielle Aitchison
🏅 ISPS Handa Team of the Year – Black Ferns Sevens
🏅 ISPS Handa Sportsman of the Year – Hamish Kerr
🏅 Sport New Zealand Leadership Award – Katie Sadleir
🏅 Sportswoman of the Year – Zoi Sadowski-Synott
🏅 New Zealand’s Favourite Sporting Moment – Eroni Clarke
🏅 Halberg Supreme Award – Hamish Kerr
🏅 Sir Murray Halberg Legacy Award - Kat Mueller
🏆 New Zealand's Sports Hall of Fame - Dame Valerie Adams
🏆 New Zealand's Sports Hall of Fame - Richie Mccaw

An unforgettable night honouring those who continue to inspire us all! 🎉👏

16/02/2026

Well...what a night! Thank you for joining us in room and live on Sky Sport for the 63rd ISPS Handa Halberg Awards, we had an amazing time celebrating New Zealand's Favourite Sporting Excellence from 2025 🏆🌟

Please keep an eye out for all our highlights of the night over the coming weeks 🤩

16/02/2026

Congratulations to Katie Sadleir, winner of the 2026 Sport NZ Leadership Award. From representing Aotearoa as an Olympian to shaping sport systems around the world, Katie’s leadership has left a lasting impact across generations and borders.

A true trailblazer, she has helped build the foundations of sport in New Zealand, championed the global growth of women’s rugby, and broken barriers as the first female Chief Executive of the Commonwealth Games Federation.

Guided by a belief that everyone should be able to see themselves in sport — as participants and leaders — Katie’s legacy continues to inspire.

Tēnā koe, e te rangatira, and congratulations on this well-deserved honour.

16/02/2026

Making history! Hamish Kerr wins his first-ever Supreme Halberg Award! This is New Zealand’s top sporting honour, and Hamish’s remarkable 2025 season made it impossible to ignore. Hamish has delivered unforgettable performances that have inspired the nation and put Kiwi athletics firmly on the world stage. Winning the Supreme Halberg for the first time is a milestone achievement for an extraordinary athlete — huge congratulations, Hamish!