Kowhai makes splash at Dunedin nationals

08:00 Wed, 8 Jun

The National Division II Swimming Competition was held in Dunedin from May 8 to 12 with some outstanding performances from Mahurangi swimmers. The Kowhai Swimming...

Leigh swimmers take virtual challenge

08:00 Thu, 23 Dec

Around 25 swimmers from the Leigh Swimming group at Mathesons Bay took the plunge this month, completing a 5km swim as part of a national...

Kowhai swimmers off to short course champs

08:00 Tue, 15 Jun

From left, Joe Kuwant, Aaron Skipper, Xanthee Austin, Caroline Gilpin, Grace Richards and Siina Cooke. Four athletes from the Kowhai Swimming Club have qualified for...

Swimmers going strong

10:01 Mon, 14 Dec

The Kowhai swimmers. Kowhai Swimming Club coach Denise Guy says the club is going from strength to strength in the wake of its annual championships...

Swimmer beats fear of the ocean

09:41 Mon, 14 Dec

Kaye Mueller says ocean swimming is calming for the mind and great exercise for all ages. Kaye Mueller, of Leigh, used to have panic attacks...

Raised E.coli levels at Point Wells prompt swimming fears

14:03 Mon, 16 Dec

Residents and visitors who swim in the Omaha River at Point Wells are being warned to avoid the water at low tide or after heavy...