Perhaps our most fun, team-orientated event that taps into vital pump and hose skills
Run, connect, engage, hit!
Each step of the process relies on team work - the hose to the pump, the standpipe to the hydrant, connectors extending 25 metres. Only through precision, speed and team work can you hit the target.
The Waterway Challenge has been an enduring UFBA tradition since it was first introduced back in 1885. It's an opportunity to put hose-running and pump-operating skills to the test in a fun and competitive environment.
New simplified rules introduced in 2020 mean this event is open to rural as well as urban firefighters.
The Waterway Season is made up of four regional or two Island events annually and one additional national event held every two years. While it's not an Olympic sport, we're dubbing it the 'Firefighter Games' and welcome any teams to prove you're the best!
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2022 UFBA WATERWAY CHALLENGE KEY DATES
- South Waterway Challenge
Saturday 22 January 2022, Mataura - North Island Waterway Challenge
Saturday 12 February 2022, Havelock North
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COVID-19 VACCINE DISCLAIMER: Under the NZ Government's COVID-19 Protection Framework (or Traffic Lights), all UFBA events require personnel attending to produce a valid vaccine certificate using the official My Vaccine Pass, upon arrival. The registration site will also require attendees to confirm they are full vaccinated for travel and accommodation booking purposes.
For past results, please email events@ufba.org.nz
2021 National Waterway results:
2021 South Island Waterway results:
2021 North Island Waterway results:
You can download and learn the rules below:
Rule clarifications 2021:
For Provincials looking to use UFBA equipment please use the form below and return to events@ufba.org.nz
