Sports

Zyleika is swimming towards her big Olympic dream

Imagine having one dream. One dream that is on your mind every day and has been on your mind every day since you were six years old. For Zyleika Pratt-Smith,... Read More

Tauranga karateka lands his gold

It's been a long time coming, nearly 30 years in fact. But finally, Mount Maunganui resident and The Breeze breakfast host Mark Eagle has reached the top of his... Read More

Tender loving care for Te Puke toilet block

For those who go along to Western Bay parks for a walk or a run, there's nothing more satisfying and pleasant than finding that the park ablution block is... Read More

Speak up for your place

Western Bay of Plenty residents are being invited to have their say to help set Western Bay of Plenty District Council's priorities as it embarks on a new journey... Read More

Bay kids to get stuck in the mud

The aim is to get as muddy as possible and to have fun doing it. The Junior Tough Guy and Gal Challenge returns to Tauranga on Tuesday June 14 - with organisers... Read More

Gallagher Chiefs go south for semi final showdown

The Gallagher Chiefs have named a largely unchanged 23 for their clash against the Crusaders in a re-match of the Super Rugby Aotearoa Final from 2021. This... Read More

Climbing towards the impossible

Bay of Plenty may be home to the next speed climbing Olympian thanks, in part, to the community's support in constructing a brand new inside training wall. 'We've... Read More

Williamson tests positive for Covid on eve of test

BLACKCAPS captain Kane Williamson will miss the second Test against England in Nottingham on Friday, after testing positive for Covid-19 the night before the match. Williamson... Read More

Beach volleyballers named for Commonwealth Games

Tauranga beach volleyballer Sam O'Dea, who won bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth Games, will be teaming up with Brad Fuller who grew up in Tauranga, for the... Read More

Recreational river users affected by boat traffic

Conflicts with existing river users, including waka ama, kayak paddlers and rowers are among the concerns expressed by Whakatāne Yacht Club to the consent... Read More

Tarakihi: Feedback sought on proposed catch limits

Fisheries New Zealand is inviting people to have their say on proposed changes to catch limits and settings for New Zealand's East Coast tarakihi stocks. "Tarakihi... Read More

Cricket Commonwealth squad announced at Bay Oval

A New Zealand Women's T20 squad comprising a rich mix of youth and experience has been named for the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games. Otago Sparks off-spinner... Read More