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Athletics New Zealand has unveiled its highly anticipated summer calendar for the 2024-2025 track and field season, offering a thrilling lineup of national and international level competitions across the country.
With events spanning from December through March, the season promises to showcase the best of New Zealand athletics, alongside top-tier international athletes, as part of our World Athletics Continental Tour Bronze Meets.
The calendar kicks off with the iconic Night of 5s in Auckland in December, followed by a string of prestigious events, including the Cooks Classic in Whanganui, the Sir Graeme Douglas International (SGD) in Auckland, and the International Track Meet (ITM) in Christchurch. These marquee competitions are part of the World Athletics Continental Tour Bronze series, elevating New Zealand’s profile on the global athletics stage.
A key highlight of the season will be the Jennian Homes New Zealand Track and Field Championships, set to take place in Dunedin from March 6-9, 2025. This national championship is the pinnacle of the domestic season, bringing together the country’s top athletes to vie for national honours.
Athletics New Zealand Chief Executive Cam Mitchell expressed excitement about the upcoming season, noting the growing interest in athletics nationwide, spurred by recent Olympic and World Championship successes.
“Having several World Athletics Continental Tour Bronze Meets in New Zealand is a fantastic opportunity for our athletes to compete at the highest level, while fans get to witness world-class performances on home soil,” said Mitchell.
“With the addition of our national championships in Dunedin, this summer of athletics is set to be one of the most exciting in recent memory.”
With events across New Zealand, from Auckland to Whanganui and Christchurch, the calendar offers a chance for athletics enthusiasts to witness both rising stars and seasoned competitors in action. The blend of local talent and international competition ensures a summer of top tier track and field, enthralling battles between rivals, and the growth of athletics across all levels.
Further announcements and the release of the event grid are to follow!
New Zealand Summer Track and Field Events
December 2024:
- Friday-Sunday, 6-8 Dec: NZSSAA Track & Field and Road Race Championships (Timaru)
- Saturday, 21 Dec: Night of 5s (Auckland)
January 2025:
- Saturday, 11 Jan: Lovelock Classic (Timaru)
- Saturday, 18 Jan: Sola Power (Wellington)
- Wednesday, 22 Jan: Jumps to Music (Hawera)
- Saturday, 25 Jan: Cooks Classic (Whanganui) World Athletics Continental Tour Bronze
- Wednesday, 29 Jan: Capital Classic (Wellington) World Athletics Continental Tour Bronze
February 2025:
- Saturday, 1 Feb: Potts Classic (Hastings) World Athletics Continental Tour Bronze
- Sunday, 9 Feb: Sir Graeme Douglas International (SGD) (Auckland) World Athletics Continental Tour Bronze
- Saturday, 15 Feb: Porritt Classic (Hamilton)
- Sunday, 23 Feb: International Track Meet (ITM) (Christchurch) World Athletics Continental Tour Bronze
March 2025:
- Thursday-Sunday, 6-9 Mar: Jennian Homes New Zealand Track and Field Championships (Dunedin)
- Saturday-Sunday, 22-23 Mar: New Zealand Combined Events Championships (Auckland)
This summer, fans and athletes alike will be treated to a packed season filled with unforgettable moments and unmissable competitions. Be sure to mark these dates on your calendar and get ready for an exciting summer season of athletics in New Zealand!