Manu World Champs Qualifier Mangere

As expected, hundreds turned out today for the Qualification rounds for the Manu World Champs at the Moana Nui-a-Kiwa Pools in Māngere today.

The Z Manu World Champs is a “grand celebration of a beloved kiwi pastime – the Manu or (dive) bomb, perfected by enthusiasts at wharves, pools and secret spots throughout the country.”

Plenty of youth signed up for today’s event in hopes of qualifying for the Manu World Champs Finals that will take place in Tamaki Makaurau on Saturday 9 March.

Event organiser Toko Manuel was hopeful that the even would not only keep youth out of trouble this long weekend but also provide them opportunity to take their hobb further.

Manuel told PMN News “We're in an area where we have a lot of issues around crime, gangs and stuff like that - if we can keep them out of trouble all day, that's a bonus in itself for every community that we touch base with.”

The community definitely showed out for their youth today, coming out by the 10's to both support and compete. 

For more information on the manu comp and to sign up to future qualifiers see website here: Z Manu World Champs