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flag The 2026 Oceans junior surf lifesaving carnival moved to Pāpāmoa after a fatal landslide, drawing over 700 athletes in 4,300 events, with a flyover honoring victims and community efforts praised.

flag The 2026 Oceans junior surf lifesaving carnival ended in Pāpāmoa after a last-minute shift from Mount Maunganui due to a fatal landslide at Mauao. flag Over 700 young athletes and families participated in more than 4,300 race entries across individual and team events. flag The Royal New Zealand Air Force’s Black Falcons honored victims with a flyover. flag Pāpāmoa Surf Life Saving Club and the local community were praised for their swift, collaborative response. flag Standout performances came from athletes across several clubs, with top results in the Grand Cameron Relay and Individual Diamond finals. flag Surf Lifesaving NZ emphasized the event’s role in building camaraderie, resilience, and future volunteer lifeguards beyond competition.

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