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Bay Radiology named Official Supporter of Tauranga’s World Triathlon Triple Crown

Tue, 23 Jun 2026 23:03:51 GMT

RHCNZ brand also Medical Imaging Partner

• Partnership spans three major World Triathlon events to 2028
• Includes 2028 World Series Grand Final
• Announcement builds on RHCNZ’s recent partnership extension with Tri NZ

World-class sport, local expertise, and long-term commitment to athlete health

Triathlon New Zealand is delighted to announce Bay Radiology as an Official Supporter and Medical Imaging Partner of Tauranga’s three-year run of World Triathlon events.

Reinforcing a shared commitment to athlete wellbeing and world-class event delivery through to 2028, the partnership covers:

2026 World Triathlon Cup Tauranga
2027 World Triathlon Championship Series (WTCS) Tauranga
2028 World Triathlon Championship Series Grand Final Tauranga

Together, the events form Tauranga’s World Triathlon Triple Crown , placing the Bay of Plenty firmly on the global triathlon map and delivering lasting benefits for elite athletes, age groupers and the wider community.

Bay Radiology’s involvement follows the recent renewal of RHCNZ Medical Imaging Group’s partnership as Official Medical Imaging Partner of Tri NZ through 2028 , supporting athlete health and performance across the sport, from High Performance programmes through to community participation.

RCHNZ, New Zealand’s leading private radiology provider, operates under three brands: Auckland Radiology Group, Bay Radiology and Pacific Radiology Group.

Bay Radiology will play a key role in supporting the delivery of the three Tauranga events, bringing trusted local expertise and advanced diagnostic capability to a global sporting stage.

Tri NZ CEO Pete De Wet said the partnership strengthens the foundations of Tauranga’s long-term hosting vision.

“The partnership with Bay Radiology highlights the importance of strong regional partners in delivering the three Tauranga events, ensuring each one meet the needs of athletes, organisers and the local community alike,” De Wet said.

“We’ve already built a strong relationship with RHCNZ dating back to 2023 so it is great to be doubling down with the supportive team at Bay Radiology to leave a lasting legacy in the beautiful Bay of Plenty beyond these three events.”

Bay Radiology Regional Manager Nicola Daisley said the partnership reflects both regional pride and a long-standing commitment to community health. “As a lead supporter of the three global triathlon events coming to Tauranga, Bay Radiology is proud to help bring world class sport to the heart of our region. These events will showcase the Bay of Plenty on the world stage and bring our communities together,” Daisley said.

“With more than 30 years’ history in the region, we continue to deliver high quality diagnostic services supported by advanced imaging technologies including MRI, CT, ultrasound, mammography and PET CT. Our involvement reflects our commitment to supporting healthier, more active communities and celebrating the best of the Bay.”

About RHCNZ
RHCNZ Medical Imaging Group is New Zealand’s largest private radiology provider, delivering over 35% of the country’s radiology services. With over 180 specialist radiologists and more than 1,400 staff working across a network of more than 70 clinics nationwide, RHCNZ operates under three trusted brands — Auckland Radiology Group, Bay Radiology, and Pacific Radiology Group . Our mission is to improve health outcomes for all New Zealanders through the delivery of world-class radiology. RHCNZ stands for Radiology Holding Company New Zealand .

Port of Tauranga Back Volunteer Programme for Tauranga Triathlon Events

Tue, 23 Jun 2026 22:50:41 GMT

Secures category exclusivity in Sea Freight & Logistics

• Port of Tauranga confirmed as Official Supporter of Tauranga’s Triple Crown of World Triathlon events through 2028
• Named Official Supporter of the Volunteer Programme
• Secures category exclusivity in Sea Freight & Logistics

Regional Backbone Strengthens Event Delivery

Port of Tauranga has added its global clout and legacy of regional support to Tauranga’s Triple Crown of World Triathlon events through 2028, joining a growing portfolio of partners.

In addition to its Official “Supporter” status, New Zealand’s largest and busiest port will lend its name to the series’ volunteer programme, the operational backbone of any major event.

From meet-and-greet roles at the airport to course marshals and grandstand ushers, volunteers will play a critical role in delivering a world-class experience for athletes and spectators alike at:

• 2026 World Triathlon Cup Tauranga
• 2027 World Triathlon Championship Series (WTCS) Tauranga
• 2028 World Triathlon Championship Series Grand Final Tauranga

Port of Tauranga, which handles a third of New Zealand’s cargo and more than half of the country’s exports, will also have category exclusivity in Sea Freight & Logistics.

Triathlon New Zealand CEO Pete De Wet said the partnership was both practical and symbolic of the event’s community-first approach.

“A series of events of this magnitude requires significant volunteer support. Without it, they just wouldn’t happen. As well as being a major contributor to New Zealand’s economic prosperity, Port of Tauranga are strongly focused on the beautiful Bay of Plenty region so to have them own the community engagement piece is a great fit for them and us,” De Wet said.

“They’re a company with global prestige and local focus and add real gravitas to our growing portfolio of supporters. We’re really building momentum now as we count down to November 22 and the first event, World Triathlon Cup Tauranga 2026. We’re delighted to welcome Port of Tauranga aboard.”

For Port of Tauranga, the partnership aligns with a long-standing commitment to supporting major events that deliver both community and economic benefit across the Bay of Plenty.

Port of Tauranga Chief Executive Leonard Sampson agreed the opportunity to contribute to the success of the series was a natural fit.

“It’s an incredible opportunity for Tauranga to be host city of these prestigious World Triathlon events which will attract a myriad of visitors, international attention and widespread economic benefit,” Sampson said.

“Port of Tauranga has a proud history of supporting elite sports events held in our community so it made perfect sense to lend our backing to this exciting series and ensure a long-lasting legacy.”

About Port of Tauranga
Port of Tauranga is New Zealand’s largest and busiest port, handling a third of all cargo and more than half of the country’s exports. From its headquarters in the Bay of Plenty, Port of Tauranga connects New Zealand and the world.

www.port-tauranga.co.nz

ASICS join as Major Partner of Tauranga’s World Triathlon Triple Crown

Tue, 23 Jun 2026 22:34:59 GMT

Three year deal a boon for age groupers as well as elite triathletes

• ASICS New Zealand confirmed as Exclusive Footwear & Apparel Partner through 2028
• 2026 World Cup Tauranga to incorporate mass participation favourite Tinman Triathlon
• Elite athletes, age groupers, staff, volunteers & officials to benefit from ASICS agreement

Three years. Three world-class events. One global stage for Tauranga

Triathlon New Zealand is proud to announce ASICS New Zealand as the Exclusive Footwear & Apparel Partner of Tauranga’s three-year run of World Triathlon events, a landmark window that will see the city welcome the world’s best triathletes through to 2028.

The partnership covers:

2026 World Triathlon Cup Tauranga
2027 World Triathlon Championship Series (WTCS) Tauranga
2028 World Triathlon Championship Series Grand Final Tauranga

Together, the events form a World Triathlon Triple Crown for Tauranga, cementing the city’s place on the global triathlon calendar.

A key milestone of the announcement is confirmation that 2026 World Triathlon Cup Taurangawill be held on Sunday, 22 November 2026 , with a race-day format designed to deliver a major boost for age group athletes.

The day will incorporate Tri Tauranga’s iconic mass participation Tinman Triathlon , which will again double as the Tri NZ Suzuki Series Standard Distance Championships. That will allow age group competitors to race for PBs, national titles and world champs selection before watching some of the world’s best triathletes compete, likely including New Zealand talisman Hayden Wilde .

Triathlon New Zealand CEO Pete De Wet said locking in both ASICS partnership and a 2026 date was a significant moment for the sport.

“We’re on the cusp of a game changing three years for the sport of triathlon in New Zealand and having a prestigious global brand like ASICS at our side all the way to 2028 only underscores that,” De Wet said.

“To also have a date locked in that will activate our age group community, the beating heart of our sport, is a vital part of our over-arching strategy to ensure a legacy for the sport long beyond the 2028 Grand Final. Tinman is one of New Zealand’s most popular mass participation events and will only add to the 2026 World Triathlon Cup Tauranga experience. We can’t wait.”

ASICS become the first major commercial partner confirmed across the three-event Tauranga hosting agreement, joining the New Zealand Government, through the Major Events Fund , and Tauranga City Council as key event delivery partners.

The ASICS partnership will deliver tangible benefits across the entire event ecosystem. Elite and age group competitors will receive an ASICS goodie bag, while event staff, volunteers and officials will be kitted out in ASICS apparel, ensuring a consistent, high-quality look and feel across all three events.

ASICS New Zealand Marketing Manager Matt Wallace said the partnership reflects the Japanese brand’s commitment to supporting athletes at every level of the sport.

“We’re extremely proud to deepen our support of Triathlon New Zealand in alignment with ASICS overall partnership with World Triathlon,” Wallace said.

“The Triple Crown of World Triathlon events in Tauranga tick all the boxes for us with representation from the sports Olympic Games stars and the world’s most committed age groupers, one of our most loyal customer bases.

“We’re delighted ASICS will be an integral part of the events and an enduring reminder of what we’re confident will be an epic three years for the sport in NZ and for the beautiful Bay of Plenty region.”

While the 2026 event date is now confirmed, dates for the 2027 WTCS Tauranga and 2028 WTCS Grand Final Tauranga have not been confirmed.

Course information for the 2026 World Triathlon Cup will be released soon

About ASICS
ASICS (founded 1949, rebranded 1977) is a premier Japanese athletic brand committed to fostering “A Sound Mind in a Sound Body”. Known for high-performance footwear featuring GEL™ technology, ASICS NZ focuses on blending innovation, sustainability, and superior comfort for runners, walkers, and triathletes of all abilities.

Introduction to TUEs

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 23:06:20 GMT

Definition of Therapeutic Use Exemption

A Therapeutic Use Exemption allows an Athlete with a medical condition to use a Prohibited Substance or Prohibited Method. However, only under specific conditions set out in Art 4.2 of the International Standard for Therapeutic Use Exemption.

During their career, Athletes may have an illness or a condition that requires a particular medication or methods of treatment that fall under the Prohibited List.

The Athlete is responsible for informing their medical professional that they are also bound to Anti-Doping Rules. The medical professional must try and provide medication that does not contain any prohibited Substances. If the medication contains a Prohibited Substance, they should discuss a non-prohibited alternative. If not possible, then the Athlete needs to apply for a Therapeutic Use Exemption.

Requirements to obtain a Therapeutic Use Exemption

Therapeutic Use Exemptions are mentioned in International Standards to make sure the process of granting an Exemption is the same in all sports and countries. An Athlete will be granted a Therapeutic Use Exemption only if, they can show, that all of the following conditions are met:

The Athlete has a clear diagnosed medical condition, supported by clinical evidence, that requires treatment using a Prohibited Substance or Method;
The health will be significantly impaired if the Athlete does not take the substance;
The substance does not enhance the performance beyond what brings the Athlete back to normal health;
There are no alternative treatments available that are not prohibited;
The need for the use of the Prohibited Substance is not resulting from prior use of a Prohibited Substance.

Applying for a TUE

Who can apply for a Therapeutic Use Exemption?

Any Athlete who may be subject to doping control must request a Therapeutic Use Exemption to the relevant Anti-Doping Organization before taking a Prohibited Medication.

International Level Athlete

Athletes considered as international level Athletes should apply for their Therapeutic Use Exemption with World Triathlon directly.

International Level Athletes that are all Athletes that are competing in events recongised by World Triathlon and included in the World Triathlon Calendar and in the Elite, Junior, U23, Para Triathlon, and Mixed Relay Programs.

National Level Athlete

They should apply for their Therapeutic Use Exemption directly to the New Zealand Sport Integrity Commission . In cases of where they compete at an international level, they will have to request World Triathlon to recognize the Therapeutic Use Exemption.

Confidentiality of the Medical Information:

All the medical information and related documents contained in a Therapeutic Use Exemption application are strictly confidential and treated in accordance with the applicable law regulation.

When to apply for a Therapeutic Use Exemption?

Athletes who need to use a Prohibited Substance or Method for therapeutic reasons must obtain a Therapeutic Use Exemption before using or possessing the Substance or Method. They must apply for a Therapeutic Use Exemption at least 30 days prior to competing .

What about the renewal of the Therapeutic Use Exemption?

Each Therapeutic Use Exemption has a specific duration and automatically expire when that period ends. If the Athlete needs to continue to use the Prohibited Substance or Method, it is the Athlete’s responsibility to submit a new application for a Therapeutic Use Exemption before the expiry date.

What is a retroactive Therapeutic Use Exemption?

In exceptional circumstances Athletes may apply for a retroactive Therapeutic Use Exemption if, it would be clearly unfair not to grant it.

Retroactive Therapeutic Use Exemption can be applied if:

The Athlete required emergency or urgent treatment of a medical condition.
There was not enough time or opportunity for you to submit the Therapeutic Use Exemption application, or having it approved, before getting tested.
The Athlete is a lower-level Athlete who is not under the jurisdiction of World Triathlon or National Anti-Doping Agency and was tested.
The Athlete tested positive after using a substance Out-of-Competition that is only prohibited In-Competition (for example glucocorticoids).

How does one apply for a Therapeutic Use Exemption?

1) Submission of the Therapeutic Use Exemption Form to ITA

World Triathlon encourages one to submit Therapeutic Use Exemption and the required medical information applications via ADAMS. If you do not have an ADAMS account yet, please contact tue@ita.sport to have it set up.

Otherwise, please download the Therapeutic Use Exemption Application Form , and once duly completed and signed, gather the required medical file and contact tue@ita.sport

Your Therapeutic Use Exemption application must be submitted in writing, very clearly and using capital letters so it is clear for everyone.

The medical file must include:

A medical history, including documentation from the original diagnosing physician(s);
The results of all examinations, laboratory investigations and imaging studies relevant to the application.
Any costs incurred by the Athlete in making the Therapeutic Use Exemption application.
Any additional information required are the Athlete’s responsibility.

Any Therapeutic Use Exemption application that is not complete or legible will not be dealt with and will be returned for completion and re-submission.

To assist you and your doctor in providing the correct medical documentation, we suggest consulting the WADA’s Checklists for Therapeutic Use Exemption applications for guidance and support.

2) Recognition of the Therapeutic Use Exemption to the ITA

The International Testing Agency’s Therapeutic Use Exemption will automatically recognize your Therapeutic Use Exemption international-level Competitions, without needing to review the relevant clinical information. If the Therapeutic Use Exemption is correctly entered in ADAMS, there is no need to contact us. Nevertheless, should you require a confirmation, you can submit your request to the International Testing Agency in writing quoting your ADAMS Therapeutic Use Exemption reference number.

You can download your Therapeutic Use Exemption certificate directly from ADAMS.

3) Appeal to WADA

A decision to deny a Therapeutic Use Exemption application will include a written explanation of the reasons for the denial. The Athlete or the National Anti-Doping Organization may refer the matter directly to WADA for review no later than 21 days after notification of the World Triathlon Therapeutic Use Exemption Committee decision.

To appeal the decision, the Athlete shall send the same information as the one submitted to World Triathlon, and on which the decision to deny the Therapeutic Use Exemption was based on.

It can be done by post at the following address:

WADA Medical Department
World Anti-Doping Agency
Stock Exchange Tower
800 Place Victoria (Suite 1700)
P.O. Box 120
Montreal (Quebec) H4Z 1B7
Canada

The email address to enquire or send the request for review is: medical@wada-ama.org

Use of Medication

During an Athlete’s career, an Athlete may have to take various medications. With or without a doctor prescription, it is the Athlete’s responsibility to check the medication before taking it, even if it is something that has been used in the past.

World Triathlon refers to the module about the Prohibited List and the precaution Athletes must take when using medications.

Checking the Medication Status

Every time you buy a medication (prescribed or not), check the Prohibited List to see if one of the ingredients is on it. You can ask your doctor, the pharmacist, or the New Zealand Sport Integrity Commission.

You can use online resources such as GlobalDRO . You can search the status of your medication, see if it contains Prohibited Substances or not. Please note that this is only for medication, and not for supplements .

Combination of Prohibited Substance

Some Substances can be prohibited when combined with other Substances. For example, if any amount of substance with a threshold limit (such as formoterol, salbutamol) is found with a diuretic or masking agent, it will be considered a positive test if the Athlete does not have Therapeutic Use Exemption for both Substances .

Useful tips

During a test: declare mention the any approved Therapeutic Use Exemption and all medications you took the last 7 days on the Doping Control Form
Specify that you have a Therapeutic Use Exemption (you do not need to show the Therapeutic Use Exemption approval during doping control)
Tell medical professionals that they must follow the Anti-Doping Rules and the Prohibited List (do not hesitate to take the Prohibited List with you)
Check with the relevant Anti-Doping Organization if you need to apply for a Therapeutic Use Exemption before using a medication that contains a Prohibited Substance
Ask medical professionals if you need a Therapeutic Use Exemption prior to receiving medical treatment
Apply for a Therapeutic Use Exemption with the relevant Anti-Doping Organization
Check the Therapeutic Use Exemption expiry date and do not forget to renew it if needed
Take all the precautions when using medications

Committed to Clean Sport

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 22:28:08 GMT

Triathlon New Zealand is committed to clean, fair sport. We believe in protecting the health of our athletes, the integrity of our sport and the spirit of clean competition in which the best succeed. We work in collaboration with the Sport Integrity Commission Te Kahu Raunui (the Commission – formerly Drug Free Sport New Zealand), our national anti-doping agency, to:

promote a culture of clean sport;
educate members on anti-doping rules, rights and responsibilities;
facilitate testing;
report doping and suspicious activity, and;
support athletes to compete clean.

Got questions?

You can contact the Commission at any time for clean sport support, information, education or resources.

Phone: 0800 378 437
Email info@sportintegrity.nz
Website: sportintegrity.nz

For triathlon specific questions, you can contact Peter Kadar ( peter.kadar@triathlon.kiwi )

Sports Anti-Doping Rules

We have adopted New Zealand’s Sports Anti-Doping Rules. The rules apply to all Triathlon New Zealand members, no matter your role or level of play. The Rules cover much more than just testing positive – they also ban things like purchasing, possessing or distributing banned substances and evading testing. If you break the Rules– even by accident – you risk a sanction that can include a ban from all sport and disqualification of your results.

Anti-doping education

The most important thing anyone can do to protect themselves and their sport from doping is to complete anti-doping education. The Commission offers comprehensive free anti-doping education and resources on its website. Whether you’re new to anti-doping, an experienced athlete or part of an athlete’s support team, there is an education option for you.

Explore anti-doping education

Banned substances

Some substances and methods are banned in sport. Each year, the World Anti-Doping Agency publishes a list of all those substances and methods in the WADA Prohibited List. Substances can be included on the list if they meet any two of the following criteria:

It has the potential to enhance sporting performance
It presents an actual or potential health risk to the athlete
It violates the spirit of sport

Read up on banned substances.

Supplements

Supplements are a risk for all athletes. Neither the Commission nor WADA approve any supplements because of this risk. Athletes can and do test positive because of contaminated supplements. Nevertheless, many athletes choose to use supplements or are on a supplement programme. If that’s you, it’s important to make an informed decision. The Commission’s Supplement Decision Making Guide shows you ways you can minimise – but not eliminate – supplement risk.

Minimise your supplement risk.

Medications

Even common medications can contain banned substances. That’s why it’s important that you check every medication for banned substances before you take it. Global DRO is an online tool that can tell you if your medication contains banned ingredients, has conditions for its use, or is not banned in sport. Athletes are 100% responsible for any substance found in their sample . If you’re an athlete, we encourage you to be careful with anything you put in or on your body.

Check your medications.

Therapeutic Use Exemptions (TUEs)

A Therapeutic Use Exemption (TUE) allows you, without breaking the Rules, to take a medication containing a banned substance if you need to do so for medical reasons. Some athletes must apply for their TUE in advance, before they begin using any prohibited medications or methods. Other athletes can apply retroactively.

Find out more about TUEs

Testing

Testing is an important way of deterring and detecting doping in sport. As an athlete, you should be prepared to be tested at any time. It may happen in- or out-of-competition. You may be asked for a urine sample, blood sample or both. If you fail to complete a test when notified, you are at risk of an anti-doping sanction. Testing can be nerve-wracking, especially if it’s your first time. It’s a good idea to learn about the process in advance so you know what to expect when it’s your turn.

Understand the testing process

Athlete Whereabouts

The Athlete Whereabouts programme is used worldwide to make sure athletes can be located for testing. Athletes on a testing pool must update their Whereabouts every quarter to protect the integrity of sport and to stay within the Sports Anti-Doping Rules.

Get help with Whereabouts .

Athlete rights

The Athletes’ Anti-Doping Rights Act protects an athlete’s fundamental right to participate in clean sport. It promotes health, fairness and equal opportunity for all athletes worldwide.

Learn your rights as an athlete.

Speak Out

Speak Out is a way for anyone in sport to report doping concerns in confidence. You don’t need the full story. And get in touch even if it seems minor – they use every piece of information they receive.

Share doping concerns by phone at 0800 378 437.

Share doping concerns online using the anonymous web form .