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Where Legends Take Flight
Here’s the promise peeps. To host the most sensational World Champs your Manu has ever seen. We’re all about celebrating the art of popping Manus – the most famous bomb in the world, invented right here in Aotearoa!
Our event is where bomb legends from all walks of life come together to make waves, take flight, and Manu into greatness. Whether you’re a popping pro or a sideline shouter, there’s a place for everyone at the Z Manu World Champs.
![[official-qualifier]ŌtepotiDunedin](https://manuworldchamps.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/2024-Manus-169_LR-525x401.jpg)
Official QualifierHeretaunga
Hastings
![[official-qualifier]HeretaungaHastings](https://manuworldchamps.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Hastings-1-525x401.jpg)
Sat 6 December 2025
Havelock North Village Pool, Havelock North
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Official QualifierTauranga moana
Tauranga
![[official-qualifier]Tauranga moanaTauranga](https://manuworldchamps.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/ManuChamps2025_Digi_ZMWC_WebTile_1080x750-525x401.jpg)
Sat 13 December 2025
Tauranga Central Waterfront, Tidal Steps, The Strand Reserve
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Official QualifierMāngere
Sat 10 January 2026
Moana Nui-a-Kiwa Pool and Leisure Centre, Māngere
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Super QualifierKirikiriroa
Hamilton
![[super-qualifier]KirikiriroaHamilton](https://manuworldchamps.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Untitled-design-10-525x401.png)
24 – 25 January 2026
Waterworld, Hamilton
Prefer a dedicated Female Only Heat? Select that option below.
Super QualifierPōneke
Wellington
Sat 31 January 2026
Wellington Regional Aquatic Centre, Kilbirnie
Prefer a dedicated Female Only Heat? Select that option below.
Official QualifierGold Coast
Australia
![[official-qualifier]Gold CoastAustralia](https://manuworldchamps.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/ON-THE-DAY-REGOS-ONLY-14-525x401.png)
Sat 7 February 2026
Gold Coast Aquatic Centre, Southport, QLD
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Official QualifierPapaioea
Palmerston North
![[official-qualifier]PapaioeaPalmerston North](https://manuworldchamps.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/ON-THE-DAY-REGOS-ONLY-15-525x401.png)
Sat 14 February 2026
Lido Aquatic Centre, Palmerston North
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![[official-qualifier]WhakatūNelson](https://manuworldchamps.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Untitled-design-2024-09-25T141336.916-525x401.png)
Super QualifierTāmaki Makaurau
Auckland
![[super-qualifier]Tāmaki MakaurauAuckland](https://manuworldchamps.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Z-Manu-World-Champs-2025-Grand-Final-525x401.jpg)
28 February – 1 March 2026
Karanga Plaza, Viaduct Harbour, Auckland CBD
Prefer a dedicated Female Only Heat? Select that option below.
Super QualifierTāmaki Makaurau
Auckland
7 – 8 March 2026
Karanga Plaza, Viaduct Harbour, Auckland CBD
Prefer a dedicated Female Only Heat? Select that option below.
Your Journey to Becoming World Champ
1.
Choose your location.
2.
GET READY – hone your skills with dedication and practice
3.
Pop your MANU or go FREESTYLE
4.
Qualify for the GRAND FINAL. Z will help you get there!
5.
It’s showtime – pop the best MANU and be crowned World Champ
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