News - New Zealand Rural Games

New award to recognise rural mental health heroes

29/10/2025

A new award will shine a light on rural mental health heroes at the 2026 Ford New Zealand Rural Sports Awards, for which nominations are now open. Ford New Zealand’s Managing Director, Annaliese Atina said both Ford and the team […]

Top Kiwi Sports Memorabilia Raises Over $6,000 for Agri Futures Scholarships

26/06/2025

An item being auctioned at the kiwi sports memorabilia auction.

A selection of signed Olympic and national sports memorabilia raised $6,190 towards Agri Futures Scholarships during a charity auction held at the Ford New Zealand Rural Sports Awards, hosted at Awapuni Racing Centre in Palmerston North on Friday, 7 March. […]

Riddet Institute intern wins a $5,000 Winter Weekend Getaway

12/03/2025

What’s better than a weekend in Queenstown? A FREE weekend in Queenstown! That’s precisely what Waikato University student Pounamu MacKay scored after making a casual $29 purchase at Real Escape Game in Broadway, Palmerston North. The Riddet Institute intern entered […]

The 10th edition of the Ford Ranger NZ Rural Games celebrated with a new Kiwi record

10/03/2025

The 10th edition of the Ford Ranger New Zealand Rural Games brought Palmy to life over the weekend, with record-breaking action and thousands turning out to celebrate the sports that built our nation! Ford Ranger New Zealand Rural Games founder […]

Get ready for the thrilling 10th edition of the Ford Ranger New Zealand Rural Games!

28/02/2025

The Ford Ranger New Zealand Rural Games – New Zealand’s largest celebration of rural sports athletes and enthusiasts – is back for its 10th edition, kicking off in Palmerston North from Thursday, March 6th to Sunday, March 9th, 2025. This […]

Free Buses for a Free event – get ready for the Ford Ranger New Zealand Rural Games Weekend

27/02/2025

To celebrate the 10th Edition of the Ford Ranger New Zealand Rural Games, Horizons Regional Council is offering free bus services on Saturday, March 8, and Sunday, March 9, 2025. Getting to and from the Games has never been easier, […]

Hundreds of secondary school students to attend five events in Palmerston North

21/02/2025

On Friday, 7 March, the focus is on inspiring the next generation into Food and Fibre careers, with five exciting events designed to encourage students to explore future opportunities in the sector. Agri Futures and NZ Rural Games spokesperson […]

Finalists for the 2025 Ford New Zealand Rural Sports Awards

11/02/2025

The finalists for the 2025 Ford New Zealand Rural Sports Awards have been announced. The awards celebrate the dedication, skill, and achievements of rural athletes, sports administrators, and coaches from across the country. Convenor of Judges Paul Allison MNZM highlighted […]

Experience the Thrill of Queenstown: Win a $5,000 Winter Weekend Getaway

07/02/2025

Get ready for an unforgettable adventure as Palmy BID, in partnership with the Ford Ranger NZ Rural Games, presents the chance to win a Winter Weekend in Queenstown valued at $5,000, courtesy of helloworld Travel Palmerston North! Palmy BID’s Matthew […]

Hāhā Wines to mark the 10th Edition of the Ford Ranger New Zealand Rural Games

04/10/2024

Two people standing in front of a wine bar

2025 marks the 10th edition of the Ford Ranger New Zealand Rural Games, and to celebrate, the legendary team from Hāhā Wine Company will add a Rural Games 10th edition medal to their range. Hāhā Wine Company General Manager Daniel […]

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