At Sport Hawke’s Bay, we champion play as the foundation for lifelong wellbeing. Play gives freedom and chances to take risks. It’s how our tamariki build a life-long love of being active, make sense of the world around them, get creative, build friendships, and learn skills.

Our role is to create opportunities for tamariki and whānau to engage in fun, inclusive, and active experiences that spark joy and build confidence. We work alongside schools, communities, and local partners to make play accessible in everyday spaces, whether through stencils on playgrounds, shared resources, or advocacy for play-friendly environments.​​​​​​​