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Ironman’s $23m cash injection
The Ironman 70.3 World Championship in Taupō late last year is being hailed a financial success, with an estimated $23 million spent in the district. About 15,000 international visitors were attracted to the district for the event on December 14 and 15, says a report commissioned by the Ministry for Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE).
Course record broken at Ironman 2025
Kiwi Mike Phillips has claimed his third Anzco Foods Ironman New Zealand title and set a new course best time.
Former All Black sets sights on the ultimate challenge
Former All Black Liam Messam will tackle his first ever Ironman this weekend.
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