This competition is designed to offer all registered athletes 12 years & over, a short-course racing opportunity with the purpose of crowning South Island Champions in a competitive environment. It also aims to assist athletes in their preparation for the national short-course championships, which will take place in August.

ATHLETE ELIGIBILITY • Age as of 5 July 2024. • Age Groups are 12-14 years, 15-16 years, 17 years & over, and Para athletes will be open multi-class. • The qualification period is between 1 January 2023 and 26 June 2024. • Open to • Swimming NZ members aged 12 years or older who have met the qualifying times from either a Designated or Development meet at the time of the competition.