Oceania Target Championships 2026
As Chair of the Local Organising Committee (LOC) for the WAO Target Championships 2026, to be held in Tāmaki Makaurau, Auckland on 16-19 April 2026, it is my pleasure to invite you to join us for this exciting event.
The tournament will be hosted in Takanini, situated in the heart of South Auckland, where participants can enjoy the region’s rich cultural diversity, vibrant communities, and convenient access to the wider Auckland area. Visitors will have the opportunity to explore nearby attractions such as the Auckland Botanic Gardens, the bustling markets and eateries of Manukau, or venture further afield to experience Auckland’s beautiful beaches and outdoor activities. April is a wonderful time to visit, with major events such as the Pasifika Festival, regional cultural celebrations, and a variety of sporting fixtures taking place before and after our tournament.
We look forward to welcoming all athletes and officials to the WAO Target Championships and we are sure you will enjoy not only the competition but also the chance to reconnect with old friends and build new friendships.
Ngā mihi nui, many thanks
Cushla Matheson
Chair of the Local Organising Committee
To register for participation, please complete all the necessary sections in WAREOS (https://extranet.worldarchery.sport) within the deadlines listed below.
SUMMARY OF DEADLINES
- Registration Opening date of WAREOS 09/02/2026
- Final Entries 10/03/2026
- Visa support 18/03/2026
- Full refund cancellation deadline* 20/03/2026
DIVISIONS AND CATEGORIES
- Barebow, Compound, Recurve
- U18, U21, Open, Masters
- U21 Para, Open Para Compound, Open Para Recurve
PRELIMINARY PROGRAM
15 April 2026
- Arrival of participants
16 April 2026
- Registration
- Practice
- Equipment Inspection
- Team Managers Meeting
- Official Opening
- 720 ranking round
17 April 2026
- 720 Championship round
- Scores for these will be used in the following ways:
- The first 720 round is the ranking for all matchplay.
- The Oceania Target Championships will use the combined scores of the 720 rounds for Oceania Target Championship medals.
- Afternoon: 3 person teams matchplay – 1 team per Member association, per age and bow type
18 April 2026
- Morning: Mixed team matchplay up to and including Bronze medal matches.
- Afternoon: Individual elimination match play up to and including Bronze medal matches.
19 April 2026
- WAO Mixed team Matchplay and medals matches: U18; U21; Open; in Rec, Comp. For Barebow, Open division only
- Evening: Farewell dinner
20 April 2026
- Teams Depart
World Archery Oceania Congress will take place on 20th and 21st April. Communication regarding this will come directly from WAO
NOTE: This preliminary program is subject to change according to participation Registrations. All changes will be published and distributed in good time.