by Rutherford, Hannah | Nov 1, 2023 | Events, Hang Gliding, News, Paragliding
Follow this link to an article in Scoop about 50 years of free flying in New Zealand
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 18, 2023 | News, Paragliding
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Col Hjortshoj on Friday 11th August 2023. Col was a major pat of the Australia PG comp scene and was a great service to NZ at the 2017 and 202 PG Opens in Rotorua. He was known for keeping things run smooth and...
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 | 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 | Dec 17, 2022 | Hang Gliding, News
It is with sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Mike Lissington on 25th November, 2022, aged 57. Loved partner of Debbie. Much loved son of John and Marion (deceased). Brother to Karen and Julienne. Uncle to Baylee, Hannah and Bella. Cherished by Floyd and...
