Special Olympics New Zealand
Recently we advised you that the SONZ AGM for the 2022 financial year would occur on 24th May 2023. This release prompted questions from a number of Clubs querying the process for nominating candidates to contest any vacant positions on the Board. Upon reviewing the Constitution, we now realise that to allow sufficient time for this process […]
Have you thought about making a gift in your Will for the benefit of SONZ? Or perhaps a gift to SONZ in memory of a loved one? Maybe you have items of value such as paintings or jewellery you wish to give now or leave later? Until recently, the primary avenue for such giving […]
Special Olympics New Zealand today named its 40-strong squad for the 2023 Special Olympics World Summer Games in Berlin, which will be held from June 17-25. The team has representatives from clubs around the country, from Southland to Auckland, with strong representations from the Manawatu and greater Wellington areas. “We are really excited for these […]
Learn what this year’s Athlete leaders learnt at their third workshop in preparation for their graduation in September.
In August 2022 the Special Olympics New Zealand Foundation was officially launched with a successful event held at the Grand Hall at Parliament Buildings. The Foundation was delighted to have over 70 people in attendance including athletes, their families, SONZ officials and supporters, several special guests including the Mayor of Wellington, Andy Foster and the […]
Hear Waikato nurse Janet’s story about volunteering at this National Summer Games’ Healthy Athletes programme to improve health outcomes for athletes with intellectual disabilities.
With 100 days to go we’re on the hunt for 600 volunteers and starting preparations for the Law Enforcement Torch Run.
Message from the CEO Carolyn talks about exciting plans for the National Summer Games and Sport New Zealand’s Strengthen and Adapt project. 100 days until the National Summer Games With 100 days to go we’re on the hunt for 600 volunteers and starting preparations for the Law Enforcement Torch Run. Every athlete wins in Healthy […]
Olympic medalist Dylan Schmidt will be battling to win $100,000 for Special Olympics New Zealand
Sports Director Gary Peacham talks about the successful club forums and the upcoming level 3 coaching course.