Thousands of competitors are preparing to test their skills at the Masters Games in Dunedin, in events ranging from squash to jigsaw puzzle racing.
The 35th Games kick off on Saturday with participants aged from 18 to over 90.
With more than 60 sports on offer, competitors have travelled from across Aotearoa and around the world.
Otago-Southland reporter Tess Brunton has more.
