Havelock Rogaine 2026

Think you know Havelock? Come explore it in a whole new way! We’re heading to the home of the NZ Greenshell Mussel with a brand-new map and two events to choose from: one hour or three.

Sounds local and MOC member Nick Ross has been busy putting together these exciting courses, with help from his youngsters, who are just as excited to share their adventure with you!

Expect a bit of everything, from urban streets and footpaths to walking and cycling tracks, native bush, waterfalls and steep hills with some great views along the way.

3-hour challenge – 10am start
For those keen to test their navigation skills and fitness.

1-hour event – 11:30am start
A shorter course for families, younger navigators and anyone short on time.

Round up your team, get the date in your diary and come discover Havelock with us!

Teams of two or more. However, individual entries are welcome for adults aged 18 and over.

Registration is essential. No entries on the day. Entries close 9pm Sunday 1 November.

Entry Fees

1hr - Juniors $10, Senior Member $15, Family Member $30, Senior Non-Member $25, Family Non-Member $50 
   
 3 hour - Juniors $20, Senior Member $30, Family Member $60, Senior Non-Member $40, Family Non-Member $80

This event is open to anyone, orienteering club members or non-members. Suitable for families, novices and the more experienced adventurers out there. Orienteering club members (any club in NZ) receive a discounted entry fee.

Location
Detailed travel directions and other information will be in the final instructions which will be emailed to the team contact on Thursday 5 November and will also be available on the website.

Registration, briefing, start and finish is at the Marina opposite Mills Bay Mussels.

Terrain
Urban environment, footpaths, walking/cycling tracks. There is a Mandatory crossing location on SH6/the main street. You MUST USE this location only. Anyone seen or reported crossing anywhere else other than this location will be disqualified.

Categories
Juniors (U18 as of 1 January 2026), Senior and Families (must be all residing at the same address). 

 
SportIdent
SportIdent (SI) – will be used for controls and timing. Only one required per team. Included within the entry fee. People with their own SI need to enter the number into the online entry details.  Note: if you have your own SI please ensure that it can cope with up to 50x controls/punches.

Entry
Online entry via Lil Regie here If you are completing the entry for more than one team, then please do subsequent entry/entries as separate entries.


ENTRIES CLOSE 9:00PM FRIDAY 30 OCTOBER 2026. This allows us time to get maps printed and other event logistics finalised. NO ENTRIES ON THE DAY!!!

Timetable

8.30am         3hr Registration and Maps available for planning
9.45am         3hr Briefing
10.00am       3hr Start

10:15am       1hr Registration and maps available for planning    

11:15am       1hr Briefing

11:30am       1hr Start

12:30am       1hr Finish

1.00pm          Finish and results as soon as possible

 
Refund policy

50% refund – by 9:00pm 1 November.

No refunds for withdrawal or cancellations after the 1 November.

Cancellation
This event will be cancelled only if conditions are extreme. The organisers reserve the right to shorten the event by time or geography for safety or other reasons. Announcements will be made on our Facebook page