NZ Masters Games 2019

The masters games, which features 53 different sports, is the third oldest sporting event of its kind in the world - and this year its is celebrating its 30th anniversary.

Over at the Barracks bar and restaurant the athletes were taking a more leisurely pace in the 8-ball pool comp, including Nelson's Eric Stewart, 71. RNZ / Robin Martin

The New Zealand Masters Games is being held in Whanganui this week. RNZ / Robin Martin

Former Silver Fern and Whanganui old girl, Jodi Brown is working as an ambassador and mentors the athletes. RNZ / Robin Martin

Among those competing in the women's over 50s 500m indoor rowing at the Whanganui Civic Centre was the city's very own bionic woman, Margie Chiet. RNZ / Robin Martin

She has already bagged a couple of silver medals, and isn't letting the affects of osteoarthritis hold her back. RNZ / Robin Martin

Over at Jubilee Stadium the basketball competition is in full swing. RNZ / Robin Martin

Lakers Legends player Lance Cooper, 51, is playing with buddies from across the country. RNZ / Robin Martin

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