More than 150 registered on the day and tons of whānau came out in support of those competing in our fun challenges from egg and spoon races, to a tug of war, tītī bucket challenge, and obstacle course among others.
A huge shoutout to our sponsors - The Aparima, Hammer Hardware Riverton, Te Runanga o Ngai Tahu, Southland Surf School, Tū Mokomoko, Toi Toi Maori Art & Gift Shop, Miharo, Ōraka Aparima Runaka, Fowlers Oysters, Riverton Pharmacy!
Check out this amazing feedback from whanau:
"For me personally, I came to reconnect not just for myself but my whānau ... Māori community/customs/tikanga. I got to spend a mean day with my whānau."
"What an awesome day, bringing whānau and the community together. Felt the mauri and the aroha."
"To get community interested in better health in a fun way. Really enjoyed the experience and a great community feel."