Recent News Stories

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Click here to read past copies of the NZMG Email Newsletters 05 Jan 05 - Click here 26 Oct 04 - Click here 10 Sep 04 - Click here	Simon Owen Simon Owen, Patron and long time supporter of the Games as well as a internationally renowned golfer has agreed to 'officially open the Games' on February 5. This ceremony will now also include a Maori Challenge (Wero) to be received by Garry Wilson, CEO of ACC, the principle sponsor.
	Wanganui's Own Gary Anderson Wanganui's own Gary Anderson is the latest Olympian to confirm his involvement in the event. He will be competing and presenting medals. Gary Anderson‚s place in the history of New Zealand cycling is undeniable - a competitor a four consequetive Olympic Games, he remains the only New Zealand cyclist to have won an Olympic medal.
	Ben Fouhy to be a t the Games Ben Fouhy, World Champion K1000 Canoeist and Olympic Silver Medalist in 2004, will be coming to support the event, specifically the canoeing event on Monday 7th February. Come and see him from 4pm down at the Whanganui River.
	All Black Legend to compete in Golf and be Key Note Speaker All Black legend Andy Haden (and his wife Trecha) have confirmed they will compete in the Mixed Foursomes Golf event at the Games. Andy, who was born and educated in Wanganui, plays off a 4.7 handicap. He will also give us an insight into his playing and career experiences as a Key Note Speaker on Team Aussie night, Tuesday 8th February. Make sure you're there on the night!
	Olympians Confirm Attendance. Ex-Olympians Anne Hare and Tom Bamford are the latest Olympians to confirm their participation in Athletics and Cycling respectively.
	Key Note Speakers Check this space as we await confirmation from two major international performers coming to the games.
	click here to read about Team Kiwi at the PanPac Games in Australia
	Accommodation Service, our own dedicated coordinator is now in place, click here for details....
	Travel Service - We now have House of Travel on board for all reservations...click here for details....
	Prime Minister gets Games package
	2005 launch a great success
	November 2004 - Read all about the Wilting Ferns and their trip to the Masters in Australia. Click on the image to see a 120k larger version of the image.