displays, competitions and markets, and popular NZ and local music acts performing. The day before the race the two teams compete on indoor rowing machines, initially for fun, but now used to determine starting positions for the race. The Waikato River is sacred to the local Tainui Maori tribe, and a ceremonial haka (war dance) is performed on the boat ramp and a waka (traditional Maori canoe) leads off the two crews to the start line. Harry Mahon Trophy results Bryan Gould Cup results Previous races were against the Australian National Crew (2005), University of Melbourne (2004), NZ Women Academy Crew (2003) and a Cambridge Invitation (2002). Results for these races are not known. References External links The Great Race Website Tribute to Harry Mahon Rowing competitions in New Zealand College sports rivalries Recurring sporting events established in 1989 Recurring sporting events established in 2002 University of Waikato