IronMaori 2011 Photo Gallery

Internationals from Australia, Japan and France will be among the 1550 competitors taking to the start line in this year's IronMaori, half-Ironman event in Napier tomorrow. It is the annual triathlon event's third outing. IronMaori introduced two new events for the younger generation at Ahuriri. The Tamariki (7 to 12 years) races and the 10 to 12 year olds a 200 metre swim and 3km run. Tirau Wihongi, 12, of Napier won this event. PHOTOS/LAWRENCE GULLERY

Tamariki IronMaori event on Friday 12 December. Runners start final leg.

Image 1 of 7: Tamariki IronMaori event on Friday 12 December. Runners start final leg.