TriStars Junior Triathlon 2026

The Hauraki Plains Community Hub is excited to bring the TriStars Junior Triathlon back to Ngātea in 2026.

After a fantastic event last year, TriStars returns as a fun, confidence-building swim–bike–run event for tamariki aged 5–13. The focus is on participation, encouragement, and community spirit — not timing or competition.

Children are invited to show us how fast they can swim, how agile they are on their bikes, and how strong they are on the run, all in a supportive and relaxed environment.

Every participant receives a medal, certificate, and a goodie bag at the finish line, with spot prizes also available on the day.

This event is proudly delivered by the Hauraki Plains Community Hub as part of our commitment to connecting, supporting and empowering our community, and creating opportunities for both tamariki and rangatahi to participate and volunteer.

Event Details

Date: Sunday 15th March 2026
Location: Hugh Hayward Domain & Ngātea Swimming Pool
Entry Fee: $5 per participant
Entries capped at 200 participants

👉 Register here

TriStars Info Pack

Event Schedule

8:30am – Registration & transition opens
9:40am – Transition closes
9:45am – Safety briefing (all participants must attend)

10:00am – Splash & Dash and Tiny TriStars start
10:30am – Rising Rockets start
11:00am – Super Novas start

Distances

Tiny TriStars (approx. ages 5–7)
30m swim | 1.25km cycle | 950m run

Rising Rockets (approx. ages 8–10)
60m swim | 2.5km cycle | 1.9km run

Super Novas (approx. ages 11–13)
90m swim | 3.75km cycle | 1.9km run

Mini Splash & Dash
30m swim | 950m run

Midi Splash & Dash
60m swim | 1.9km run

Age groups are provided as a guide only. Children are encouraged to enter the category that best suits their ability.

What to Expect on the Day

  • Fully supervised swim at Ngātea Pool with lifeguards present
  • Clear bike and run courses with marshals throughout
  • Medals, certificates and goodie bags for all participants
  • Spot prizes
  • Coffee cart and refreshments available for families
  • A great community atmosphere at the Domain

Stay Updated

Event updates and reminders will be shared through:

📍 The Hauraki Plains Community Hub Facebook page

Participants will also receive updates by email leading up to race day.

Thank You to Our Supporters

TriStars is made possible thanks to the support of our community partners and volunteers.

We gratefully acknowledge:

  • Hauraki District Council
  • Richardson’s Real Estate
  • Katie’s Beans & Cream
  • Sam Bettany – Event Photographer
  • The Lions Club and our volunteer team
  • Thrifters of Ngatea

Their support helps make this a safe, fun and memorable event for local tamariki.

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