Te Teko remain unbeaten in EBOP premier competition
It’s been a fantastic start to the season for Te Teko’s premier men’s side and that continued on Sat
Strong turnout sets up exciting JAB rugby season
Junior rugby is thriving across the Eastern Bay, with the 2026 JAB (Junior Advisory Board) competiti
Rangitaiki Girls Rugby Club - fastest-growing junior side
The Rangitaiki Girls Rugby Club is experiencing a breakout season in 2026, with a remarkable rise in
Hooked on Happening - Whakatāne Sportfishing Club
The Haddocks Spraypainters and Panelbeaters Trout Tournament on May 9 and 10 will see keen trout ang
Superb running by Iris at Anzac Fairway
Iris Stansloski ran a brilliant race at the Whakatāne Harrier Clubs Fairway Race held on Anzac Day.
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Standout season for EBOP Cricket Club
The Eastern Bay of Plenty Cricket Club has finished another standout season, marked by growth, devel
Ōpōtiki women excited for season ahead
The Ōpōtiki women’s rugby team are excited at what the season might hold for them this year. After
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Win and loss for men’s teams in Baywide comp
It was a mixed day out for Ōpōtiki’s two senior men’s rugby teams on Saturday. The premier side sho
Eastern Bay’s new female rugby referee leads one call at a time
In a region where rugby reigns supreme, one Eastern Bay woman is stepping up – whistle in hand – to
Eastern Bay paddlers strike gold at national sprint champs
Eastern Bay Canoe Racing Club athletes have delivered a strong showing at the 2026 NZCT Canoe Sprint
Teams show skill in entertaining clashes
Paroa and Te Teko remain unbeaten after three rounds of the EBOP Premier Men’s competition. Paroa g
Kiwifruit growers supporting opportunities on the water
Weekly on the awa, you’ll find them training. Rain or shine, members of the Kura ki Tai Waka Ama Cl
Ōpōtiki fall short in home clash
It was a case of close but not quite enough for Ōpōtiki’s two men’s rugby teams in their Baywide mat
Kayak fishing competition returns to Whakatāne
Kayak fishing is set to take over the Eastern Bay this month, with anglers from all over the country
Top rugby teams score strong victories
Paroa, Whakatāne Marist and Te Teko all bagged wins in the latest round of the EBOP Premier Men’s Ru
Perfect weekend for Orr-West at Taupō
The latest round of the NZ Sixes proved successful for Eastern Bay driver Christina Orr-West. Her t
Hooked on Happenings with Whakatāne Sportfishing Club
The New Zealand Sportfishing Council Youth Nationals started on Easter Friday and, with the weather
Fast and close racing at Vaianu-affected Coastlands relay
A smaller group of 16 people produced some very fast times in the Coastlands Classic Relay on Saturd
Leger-Walker creates history with WNBA pick
Don’t be surprised if Ōpōtiki becomes a town covered in orange following a recent announcement of on
Good first -up showing for men’s premier side
Ōpōtiki Sports’ premier side can be proud of their first up performance in the Baywide Premier Rugby
Eastern Bay pair shine in special game for Black Ferns
The Black Ferns clash against the US last weekend in the United States was special for two Eastern B
Whakatāne Town start season in fine style
Whakatāne Town senior men’s football team have started their season in fine style with a hard-fought
Annual Rotary Club golf tournament tees off on Friday
The 34th annual Rotary Club charity golf tournament is on this week, teeing off at 11am on Friday wi
Unterberger showcases talent with tennis victory
Laura Unterberger admits she didn’t quite know what to expect when she entered the Bay of Plenty wom