by Rutherford, Hannah | Sep 10, 2023 | Events, News
From Ian Manton, NZHGPA president As we approach the upcoming AGM, I’d like to discuss a critical matter with you all: the need for dedicated individuals to step forward and join the Executive Team. Over the past year, our freedom to fly has faced increased...
by Rutherford, Hannah | Aug 1, 2023 | Events, News
At the recent Flying New Zealand dinner in Auckland Sat 22 July 2023, the New Zealand Hang Gliding and Paragliding Association (NZHGPA) was presented with not one, but two prestigious FAI World Sport Medals and Diploma awards, by the Fédération Aéronautique...
by Rutherford, Hannah | Jul 23, 2023 | Events, Hang Gliding, Paragliding
NZHGPA 50th Anniversary @ The Beehive, 11th Nov 2023, 11am – 2pm Dear NZHGPA Club members On November 11th this year we will be launching a year of celebrating 50 years of free flying in New Zealand. At this event we want to recognise notable pilot achievements...
by Rutherford, Hannah | Apr 20, 2023 | Events, Hang Gliding, Paragliding
Time flies when you’re having fun! For the Wellington Club (WHGPC) it has been 50 years this September and to mark this auspicious occasion the club will be hosting a gathering to celebrate on Saturday November 11, 2023. Further details will be forthcoming, but...
by Rutherford, Hannah | Feb 16, 2023 | Competitions, Events, News, Paragliding
Kia ora, Due to damage from the recent cyclone, the Hawkes Bay PG comp has unfortunately been cancelled. Kia kaha and stay safe out there.
by Rutherford, Hannah | Nov 17, 2022 | Competitions, Events, Paragliding
The applications for Wanaka Hike & Fly 2023 open tomorrow Friday 18 Nov, at 18:00 NZT (16:00 AEDT / 12:00 EST / 5:00 UTC). The event is designed to accommodate pilots at virtually any level, last year our top guns flew big epic lines deep into the mountains, while...
