Trans Tasman Highlander Champion | Te Tātāwhāinga Tuakoi Tonga O Ngā Toa Kahupeka

This event is running from 14 March 2027 until 14 March 2027. It is next occurring on 14/03/2027 11:30 am

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The Sir Eion Edgar Trans Tasman Highlander Champion with TransAg, New Holland and the Float Factory.

In 2026, the big boys from across the Tasman will be in town to compete against the Kiwi’s in the caber toss, stones, farmer’s walk, tractor tow and weight over bar.

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  • Representing New Zealand:
  • Adam Miller from Palmerston North (reigning champ, who has won the title 4 times!)
  • Craig Manson from Ashburton
  • Jarna Mihaere from Dannevirke
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  • Representing Australia:
  • Luke Reynolds, Blue Mountains, New South Wales
  • Bradman Houston from Sydney
  • Lachlan Page from Adelaide

Made famous at iconic Highland Games in Hororata, Waipu and Paeroa, this is your only chance to see these awesome athletes compete in Te Marae o Hine, Palmerston North to decide our new overall champion Braveheart.

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