Sports

Full throttle racing, a test of nerves and skills

If you can picture superbike racing on a grass track, then you'll have no trouble at all imagining what it may look like at the annual New Zealand Motocross... Read More

Winter Games NZ 2024 start on Friday

Winter Games NZ, the biggest snow sports event in the Southern Hemisphere, is primed to run from Friday August 23 Winter Games NZ and its resort partners... Read More

Tongan Kiwi retains title against Waikato boxer

Tongan Nailini Helu is celebrating after retaining the South Pacific title against Hamilton's Tinta Smith on the weekend. The rematch between Tongan-born... Read More

Waikato boxer returns with massive win

Waikato boxer Floyd Masson is celebrating a massive stoppage win following a New Zealander versus New Zealander battle in Australia. The Te Awamutu-born boxer... Read More

Motocross riders to assemble in Taupo

It will be celebration time in Taupo like never before in just a few weeks' time when the innovative and pioneering Taupo Motorcycle Club marks its 50th anniversary. For... Read More

Season ends in heartbreak

The Tauranga Boys' College dream of winning the national title in 2024 is over. In a typically rugged tussle, befitting two staunch rugby rivals, it was Rotorua... Read More

Mixed weather for Waihi golfers

There has been a "very mixed weather scenario" for Waihi golfers at the club this week, reports Waihi Golf Club member Rodger Bagshaw. MONDAY VETS: In... Read More

Flat water racing inspiring AIMS athletes

Tauranga paddling hotspots at Wairoa River and Lake McLaren are becoming well-known for nurturing and inspiring New Zealand's top canoe and kayak athletes. On... Read More

Tauranga Tridents to shine on the world stage

Eight members of the Tauranga City Tridents American Football Club will travel with the Aotearoa Flag Ferns and New Zealand Mako flag football teams to take... Read More

High hopes: Zan climbs Mauao before he turns 2

From couches to mountains, 23-month-old Zan looks like being a climber when he grows up. On Thursday, August 8, Zan successfully and independently made his... Read More

Back to defend her world title

Ōmanawa woman Karen Humphreys admits having to a lot of nerves as she prepares to defend her world powerlifting title in October. The 61-year-old will represent... Read More

BOP cruise past Counties Manukau

Bay of Plenty coasted to a 44-31 win over Counties Manukau at Rotorua International Stadium, Rotorua in round two of the NPC. ... Read More