Sports

Rotorua Airport: Wellington flight changes

More seats and 'business-friendly” flight times on some Rotorua Airport services have been hailed as 'fantastic” for businesses, tourism operators,... Read More

Foam Wreckers contest to shake up Mount

New Zealand's first 'anti-surf contest” will make a splash at Mount Maunganui on the first weekend of summer. Red Bull will bring its globally recognised... Read More

Muay Thai fighters wins athlete of the year

Bay of Plenty Muay Thai fighter Emma Diprose is a world-class athlete with a lot of wins under her belt. Now, she has one more. The 25-year-old from Te Puke... Read More

Cyclist injured after being hit by ute mirror

An experienced Pāpāmoa cyclist is glad to be alive after being hit by a ute's wing mirror during the Taupō Enduro. Tod Penberthy said he had completed... Read More

Murphy makes it five in a row at Mount Monster

A pair of endurance surf lifesaving streaks have continued, with the defending champions holding off the best in the world to win the annual Mount Monster. With... Read More

Australia deny hosts in rescue challenge thriller

Australia will be taking the 2025 International Surf Rescue Challenge title home after a fierce competition at Mount Main Beach. The final day of the three-day... Read More

11-year-old diabetic tackles TRYathlon

Tauranga 11-year-old Harry Oxenham refuses to let Type 1 diabetes and cystic fibrosis stop him from eating nine Weet-Bix for breakfast, striving to meet an All... Read More

Black Fins stay calm in Mount heavy surf test

The energy levels at Mount Maunganui beach were high, as well as the waves, on day one of the International Surf Rescue Challenge. A total... Read More

Mount surfers set for junior world champs

Two Bay Boardriders will battle the waves in Peru next month when representing New Zealand at the junior world surfing championships. Mount Maunganui surfers... Read More

Ethkick 2025 celebrates unity at Mount Maunganui

The spirit of diversity and community will take centre stage later this weekend when Ethkick 2025 kicks off at Oceandowns Reserve, Mount Maunganui. This popular... Read More

International Series: Riders set for Taupō opener

In less than two weeks, the flag drops on a massive month of high-class racing action when the Suzuki International Series blasts off. Competition organiser... Read More

Surf lifesaving’s elite return to home arena

Mount Main Beach is set to host a fast-paced, world-class international lifesaving sport competition this week. The 2025 International Surf Rescue Challenge... Read More