The 2026 New Zealand Development Tour is an exciting opportunity for athletes from Little Athletics Victoria (LAVic) in the Under 14 and Under 15 age groups (Season 25/26). Selected athletes will spend 7 days touring with the LAVic team and will compete at the 2026 North Island “Colgate Games” in Tauranga.
LAVic attended this event for the first time in January 2024 and again in 2025, overwhelmingly the athletes and their parents spoke very highly of the benefits of these tour, not only for athletic development, but also for the social and emotional development it provided to the athletes.
Athletes of all skill levels are encouraged to apply as this tour provides a development opportunity for all athletes, regardless of their skill level.
The ‘Athlete Information’ link below provides you with details about the tour, from competition and training information to the team composition and the costs to attend. Details of how to nominate are listed at the back of this document. If you wish to be considered for selection, simply complete the online nomination form before 11am on Monday 22nd September 2025.
More Information can be found at Colgate Games | Athletics New Zealand
