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A Mountain To Climb Challenge (AMTCC)
Step Up. Climb Together. Make a Difference.
Every April, since 2023, the Āhuru Mōwai Trust community comes together in Porirua, to take on a daily challenge of walking 700+ steps up Rangituhi.
This challenge is about so much more than just climbing stairs. It’s about walking alongside families raising children with extra and special needs — families who face their own mountain, every single day.
Why We Climb
Started in 2023 and organised by the Āhuru Mōwai Trust, this challenge raises vital funds and awareness for:
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Sensory sessions and safe spaces
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Respite opportunities for families
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Inclusive activities for children with additional needs
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Community support and connection
For many parents, the journey is relentless — the same challenges, day after day. Every family has their own mountain to climb.
“A Mountain To Climb” reflects that journey.
And when we climb together, no one walks alone.
To learn more about Āhuru Mōwai Trust, Click Here
The AMTCC Challenge:
30 Climbs in 30 Days.
Climb Rangituhi once every day during April and you’ll exceed the 8,849 metre height of Mt Everest.
Join us:
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Climb daily at 8am with the community
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Walk anytime during April at your own pace
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Take a photo and post it to the event page!
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Take part solo or with a team
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Complete 1 climb or all 30 — every climb counts
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We walk rain or shine
To learn more about the Rangituhi / Colonial Knob Walkway
Sunday 19 April 2026
From 8:00am | Rangituhi, Porirua
The Everest Challenge
30 Climbs in 1 Day
In 2026, we’re offering a Challenge within the Challenge.
Sunday 19 April 2026
From 8:00am | Rangituhi, Porirua
To take part, Form a team, register, collect your sponsors,
and/or make your pledge. Then complete 30 climbs of Rangituhi in 1 day to conquer this Everest Challenge together
Join us:
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Staggered starts hourly from 8am–3pm
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Choose 1, 2, 3 or more climbs per person
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Make a pledge per climb you will complete
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Perfect for community groups, sports teams & corporate teams
This is teamwork, grit and heart — all for an incredible cause.
Be Part of the Challenge
Climb for connection.
For awareness. For families who are #livingspecialkindoflife.
Because no family should have to climb their mountain alone.
Āhuru Mōwai Trust Charities Commission Number 53805
