Bikini girls set for costume drama

NAILED TITLE: Amy-Louise Martin, a Havelock North High School student, took the Miss Waimarama Crown last year. PHOTO/FILE

It's time to get out your bikini and put your best foot forward. The annual Miss Waimarama competition takes place tomorrow.

The competition has been part of the popular beach day since the early 1990s. Dozens of hopefuls will put on their best bikinis in the hope of winning the prestigious title.

Nicolette Owen said she intended to enter and was looking forward to the experience.

She said the confidence-building and recognition involved in taking part had encouraged girls such as herself for years to try for the crown.

Miss Owen had grown up watching older friends enter the competition.

"When I was little I always wanted to go in it but I wan't old enough," she said.

The competition has judges but audience appreciation sways a lot of the decision-making.

The top three contestants could walk away with an array of prizes.

If you think you can strut your stuff and captivate the crowds, you could be the next Miss Waimarama.

Plenty of entertainment will be provided, including a dash for cash in which winners can take home a handful of money.

The sandcastle competition will keep the young ones busy and creative minds will be rewarded for their efforts.

Waimarama Beach day kicks off at 10am tomorrow at the beach, Harper Rd, Hastings.