Superbike champion Rees to debut at TT 2025
Multiple New Zealand Superbike and Formula One Superbike champion, Mitch Rees, is in the United King
All girls JAB team created in Eastern Bay
A group of parents have got together and created an all-girls JAB team that they hope will have a lo
Novice riders enjoy fun-filled event
Whakatāne Pony Club was delighted to collaborate with Farming Like Grandad to host a novice ring day
Ōpōtiki women taking it game by game
The build-up may have been tough but the Ōpōtiki women’s rugby team are back for another season. Af
Medals for small Eastern Bay canoe team at nationals
The Eastern Bay Canoe Club punched above its weight at the 2025 New Zealand Canoe Sprint National Ch
Athletes bring home hauls of medals
Six Eastern Bay athletes have returned from the New Zealand Master Athletics Championships in Auckla
Local drivers place at 4x4 finals
Local drivers took top spots in several classes at the 4x4 Manawahe National Finals on Saturday, and
Awakeri sailor a “race winner” in Auckland
This week, Awakeri School student Corinne Woolsey competed in her first Optimist National Championsh
Strong weekend for EBOP football teams
Ōhope Sharks new recruit Ben Howe is turning out to be a pretty successful off-season signing for th
Tāneatua fall just short in search for victory
They may be only three games into the season, but Tāneatua are showing they're competitive in the pr
Pony club wraps up season
Whakatāne-Edgecumbe Pony Club celebrated a successful season with a closing rally late last month.
EBOP grapplers shine on big stage
It’s been an amazing couple of months for Whakatāne MMA members. Three teenagers from the club went
Rangers' football teams secure deserved wins
It was a memorable weekend for Plains Rangers, with both their football teams securing deserved wins
Father and daughter ready for 4x4 national finals
The 4x4 Manawahe Madness National Finals are being held in the Eastern Bay for the first time in 10
Netballer excited to represent Māori heritage
Playing in a Māori netball tournament resonates strongly with Trident High School’s Te Waimarino Tak
International competition a special experience for surf lifesaving competitors
A crew of seven athletes representing Whakatāne Surf Lifesaving Club had a taste of international sp
Strong start for most Eastern Bay football teams
Whakatāne Town showed their championship credentials with an impressive 6-0 victory over Papamoa at
Top teams show impressive signs early
Whakatāne Marist, Ōpōtiki and Paroa all impressed in the latest round of the Eastern Bay senior men’
Excellent total raised at SPCA golf fundraiser
A stunning day awaited the golfers who signed up for Ray White’s fifth SPCA fundraiser at Ōhope Beac
Jones snatches Kevin Hunt Memorial Trophy with dominant display
Neil Jones showcased his climbing strength and tactical skill to claim victory in the Whakatāne Cycl
Trident trio break school records
Trident High School’s athletics day proved successful for three students who broke school records in
Record waka ama delegation heads to Rotorua
Regular users of the Warren Cole Walkway will have noticed increased activities at the Eivers Road b
Ōpōtiki take Neeley Log
Ōpōtiki Squash Club successfully challenged Te Puke Squash Club for the Neeley Log earlier this mont
Gymnast returns from Texas with two medals
Whakatāne athlete Jean-Daniel Rosset has returned from Texas with two medals and delighted with the