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Our Vision:  Every running event in New Zealand is accessible to people with disabilities. 









Our Mission

To enable disabled people to participate in races, access safe and inclusive training, and connect with community. 

Achilles International New Zealand accepts and honours the Treaty of Waitangi and the relationships between Māori and non-Māori and follows and promotes the Code of Rights of the Health and Disabilities Commissioner.

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Even if you can't spare any of your time we always need donations to keep the charity working for our athletes.

Achilles Events

Calendar 2026

Members can be assisted at a wide range of mainstream running events all across NZ, and we'll match you up with the support you need.

Achilles NZ Awards Dinner - Saturday 11 April

Taupō Marathon - Saturday 01 August

New York Marathon - Sunday 01 November

Christchurch Marathon - Sunday 12 April

Auckland Marathon - Sunday 01 November

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