Fiji drives new rugby league tournaments in the Pacific
The Fiji National Rugby League initiates plans for regional tournaments to boost local playing opportunities throughout the Pacific.
Kiwi Teen Liam Sceats Joins Exclusive Lamborghini Programme
Auckland's Liam Sceats is among 15 young drivers selected for Lamborghini's prestigious driver programme.
Rotorua Marathon Changes Route for Better Views
The Rotorua Marathon will run anti-clockwise for the first time in over 50 years, promising better lake views and a quieter journey for participants.
New Zealand Claims Bledisloe Cup of Sheep Dog Trialling
New Zealand wins the prestigious Bledisloe Cup in sheep dog trialling, showcasing exceptional skills and teamwork.
Hamish Chimanlal Wins Gold in South Korea Taekwondo Event
Tonga's Hamish Chimanlal claims gold in taekwondo at a tournament in South Korea, showcasing his talent and dedication to the sport.
Fighter Highlights Opportunities in Combat Sports for Youth
Kelvin Fitial reflects on the benefits combat sports provide young people following his knockout win in California.
Ruby Tui Joins English Rugby Club Trailfinders
Ruby Tui, a celebrated world rugby player, signs with Trailfinders in London. The club welcomes her as a star addition to their team.
How Sleep Impacts Elite Athlete Performance
Elite athletes often face challenges in getting quality sleep. Understanding sleep's role can enhance their performance.
Mike Catt Joins Fijian Drua as Assistant Coach
Former England star Mike Catt takes on the role of assistant coach for the Fijian Drua ahead of the 2027 Super Rugby Pacific season.
FNRL Supports Fainu Brothers for Rugby League World Cup
The Fiji National Rugby League is assisting the Fainu brothers in their quest to join the Fiji Bati for the 2026 Rugby League World Cup.
Fiji Rugby defends women's test match scheduling
Fiji Rugby defends the timing of the women's test match against South Africa, which is scheduled between school games.
Carol Lee Upsets Top Seed at Warsaw Open
Saipan-born tennis player Carol Young Suh Lee reaches quarterfinals after defeating the top seed at the Warsaw Open in Poland.
Emotional Premiere of Johan Lomu Documentary Captivates Many
The premiere of Lomu, part of the NZ International Film Festival, moved hundreds, revealing the rugby star's untold story.
Samoa Risks World Rugby Ban Over Government Decision
World Rugby has given Samoa until Friday to resolve issues regarding its rugby union's financial support.
Investment for India-NZ Sport Unity Programme Announced
The Government invests in the India-New Zealand 100 Years of Unity through Sport programme, promoting sporting ties and events in 2026.
Dunedin Teen Prepares for Cook Strait with Winter Swim
Jemimah McIlroy, 19, participates in the Whakatipu Legend winter swim as part of her Cook Strait training.
Te Koutu from Rotorua Wins Kapa Haka Title
Te Koutu from Rotorua takes home the Secondary Schools Kapa Haka title after competing in Te Tāwharau o Ngā Waka.
Sporting Star Discharged Without Conviction for Drink Driving
A high-profile sportsperson has been discharged without conviction after a drink driving incident in Wellington.
Dunedin Principal Runs Half Marathons for School Camps
Musselburgh School's principal runs to ensure no student misses out on camp fees through local sponsorship.
Dutch Team Cleans LA Rivers Ahead of 2028 Olympics
Dutch cleanup team tackling LA's rivers as part of Olympic prep.
Commonwealth Games Relay Targets Ocean Plastic Pollution
A Commonwealth Games campaign aims to stop one million pieces of plastic reaching seas and rivers, tying sport to a clean-up goal.
Head Injury Group Says Combat Sports Reforms Move Too Slowly
A brain injury charity says proposed law changes for combat sports like Run It Straight don't go far enough to protect participants.
Mid-Winter Gymkhana and Show Jumping Event Planned for June
A mid-winter gymkhana and show jumping event is set for 21 June in the Katikati area. Contact KAP.EQUESTRIAN@GMAIL.COM for more information.
Katikati Bowling Club Holds Annual General Meeting in June
Katikati Bowling Club Inc is holding its Annual General Meeting on Sunday 21 June 2026 at the Club Pavilion on 8 Park Road, starting at 2:00pm.
New Line Dancing Classes Starting in Katikati
Join the new line dancing classes for beginners in Katikati.
Vandalism Hits Katikati Football Club Ahead of Season
Katikati Football Club faces setback due to vandalism.
Vandals damage new goals in blow to Katikati Football Club
Katikati Football Club is facing a $2500-plus repair bill after vandals damaged seven newly purchased goals at Moore Park ahead of the winter season.
Katikati Tennis Star Kristiana Hutchesson Shines
Katikati's Kristiana Hutchesson wins her first junior tennis title.
Community Welcomes ‘Have a Go’ Try-Athlon in Ōmokoroa
Children's try-athlon event promotes multisport participation.
Spinal injury at Tauranga pool sparks regional diving ban
Bay Venues has temporarily banned recreational diving at most Tauranga and Western Bay of Plenty pools after a teen suffered a spinal injury at Greerton Aq
Ōmokoroa 'have-a-go' try-athlon opens to young tamariki
Pahoiā School's popular 'have-a-go try-athlon' returns to Ōmokoroa Domain on 21 March 2026, welcoming tamariki aged 5–13 from across the Bay of Plenty.
Katikati 11-year-old tennis star wins national clay title
Katikati's Kristiana Hutcheson, 11, wins the Tennis NZ 12u Girls Kiwi Clay Championship and multiple other national junior titles in 2026.
Katikati kids' hunting and fishing competition returns in March
Katikati's Kids Hunting and Fishing Competition returns 27–29 March with early bird entries now open, a new paddleboard prize, and eligibility extended to
Dan Harris: Waihī Beach surf legend honoured by club he shaped
Waihī Beach Lifeguard Services Inc prepares a tribute to Dan Harris, who devoted over 60 years to surf lifesaving and helped establish the North Island Sur
Surf Boat Spectacular draws near-record entries to Waihī Beach
Waihī Beach hosted one of NZ's biggest surf boat weekends over Waitangi Day, drawing 310 competitors from across the country to three major championships.
National Lawn Bowls Champs coming to Katikati Bowling Club
Katikati Bowling Club will host sections of the National Men's and Women's Fours Lawn Bowls Championships, drawing elite competition to the Western Bay of
Line Dancing Beginners Classes Kick Off in Katikati This Month
Katikati Mural Town Line Dancers is starting two beginner classes in January at St Peter's Anglican Church — open to both men and women.
Katikati's Upgraded Dave Hume Pool Opens for Summer
Katikati's Dave Hume Pool has reopened after a $2.5m upgrade featuring a new learn-to-swim pool, outdoor gym, and improved accessibility.
Katikati's Revamped Dave Hume Pool Set to Reopen Soon
The revitalised Dave Hume Heated Pool in Katikati is set to reopen with exciting improvements on December 17.
Katikati Brothers Shine at National Wrestling Championships
Young wrestlers Ollie and Quinn Clark excel at nationals.
Katikati Wrestling Club Celebrates 2025 Prizegiving Winners
Katikati Olympic Freestyle Wrestling Club held its 2025 prizegiving, with Quinn Clark named Most Outstanding Wrestler among a host of award winners.
Katikati Rugby Club Holds Halloween Quiz Night Fundraiser
Katikati Rugby & Sports Club is running a Halloween quiz night fundraiser on 31 October to support changing room renovations at the club.
Katikati Brothers Claim Gold at National Wrestling Championships
Katikati brothers Ollie and Quinn Clark both claimed gold medals at the 2025 NZ National Olympic Wrestling Championships in Dunedin, earning top club award
Community Working Bee Called for Katikati Mountain Bike Tracks
Katch Katikati is organising a community working bee on the Waitekohekohe mountain bike tracks on Sunday 2 November, with a barbecue to follow.
Katikati Residents Revive Local Basketball Club
Katikati residents kick off basketball sessions for all ages.
Waihī Beach Lifeguards Gear Up for 90th Anniversary Weekend
Waihī Beach Lifeguard Services Inc celebrates 90 years with a three-day event on 7–9 November featuring a paddle-out, stone unveiling and rescue demonstrat
Te Puke Groups Unite on $5 Million Movement HQ
Te Puke community organisations unite to build a $5 million Movement HQ at Centennial Park, launching project on November 1 with family event.
Katikati Basketball Club Eyes Comeback After Decade Away
Katikati residents Sheanna Chadwick and Maddy Kilford are reviving the town's basketball club with free and low-cost weekly sessions at Katikati College.
Waihī Beach Launches MOVE with You Challenge
MOVE with You challenge at Waihī Beach promotes fitness and mental health.
Katikati Jiu Jitsu Academy Claims World Trophy
Katikati's Global Jiu Jitsu Academy wins the prestigious Gold Teams Trophy.
Katikati Jiu Jitsu Club Claims Gold at 2025 SJJIF World Championship
Katikati's Global Jiu Jitsu Academy won the Gold Teams Trophy at the 2025 SJJIF World Championships in Japan, beating 183 teams from around the world.
Katikati Croquet Club Hosts Have-a-Go Sessions
Try your hand at croquet at Katikati Croquet Club.
Katikati Croquet Club opens doors for have-a-go sessions
Katikati Croquet Club is hosting free have-a-go sessions at Hunters Reserve on Wednesday afternoons in October — mallets supplied, all welcome.
Katikati's Rugby History Spotlighted Amid Anniversary Events
Local rugby history highlighted during Katikati's 150th anniversary celebrations.
Former All Black Shares Tour Shirt at Katikati Event
Graeme Crossman gifts historic rugby shirt during Katikati event.
Rugby Remembers: Katikati Honours War Dead and Club History
Katikati's 'Rugby Remembers' event honoured local war dead and 145 years of club history, with a former All Black gifting his 1974 Ireland tour shirt.
Dave Gallaher Memorabilia on Show at Western Bay Museum
Western Bay Museum displayed Dave Gallaher's rugby cap and memorabilia on loan from Ponsonby Rugby Club during Katikati's 150th anniversary weekend.
Western BOP Council Opens Summer Sports Field Bookings for 2025–26
Western Bay of Plenty District Council is taking bookings for summer sports fields and hard courts for the 2025–26 season running October to March.
Mural Town Line Dancers Host Hugely Popular Social Event in Katikati
The Mural Town Line Dancers hosted 116 dancers from across the North Island at Katikati's War Memorial Hall on 24 August 2025.
Katikati rugby's 145-year roots traced to Ulster settlers
Katikati's rugby club marks 145 years of the game as the town prepares to celebrate 150 years since Ulster Irish settlers arrived in September 2025.
Katikati Rugby Club Celebrates 145 Years
Katikati Rugby Club commemorates a long legacy as town marks 150 years.
New Bridge and Trails Upgrade Waitekohekohe Recreational Park
A new bridge at Waitekohekohe Recreational Park improves access for walkers and cyclists, with new mountain bike and accessibility trails also planned.
Dave Hume Pool Eyes Major Upgrade After 51 Years Serving Katikati
Katikati's Dave Hume Swimming Pool is set for a major upgrade, with plans for better accessibility, a longer swim season, and a new outdoor gym.
Te Puke Teen Taylor Kingi Makes Bay of Plenty Volcanix Squad
17-year-old Taylor Kingi from Te Puke has been selected for the 2025 Bay of Plenty Volcanix squad, becoming one of the youngest members of the Farah Palmer
Nine Katikati Ladies Head to National Squash Champs
Katikati's squash team fundraising for nationals.
Katikati Squash Fundraisers Planned for National Championship
Community support sought for squash team heading to nationals.
Katikati Squash Ladies Fundraise $11,000 to Reach Nationals
Nine Katikati Squash Club women are fundraising $11,000 to compete at national C and D grade championships in the South Island in September 2025.
Katikati Squash Club Sends 11 Players to National Championships
Katikati Squash Club is sending 11 players to national championships in September and needs community support to raise $11,000 for the trip.
Katikati Dog Park Seeks Sponsorship for Equipment
Katikati's dog park is raising funds for new agility equipment.
Enhancements Planned for Katikati’s Dog Park
Katikati Dog Park aims to install agility equipment with local support.
Katikati Rugby Club Gears Up for Off-Season Events
Katikati Rugby Club prepares for off-season activities after a strong season.
Katikati Stags Fall Short in Semi-Final but Off-Season Events Lined Up
Katikati Stags bowed out of the 2025 season in a 27–37 semi-final loss to Arataki Makos, with a busy off-season events programme now planned for the club.
Hume Fun Run/Walk Returns to Katikati
Join the Hume Fun Run/Walk in Katikati this July.
Hume Fun Run/Walk Returns to Katikati on 5 July 2025
Katikati's popular Hume Fun Run/Walk returns on 5 July 2025, with free 5 km and 10 km courses and a koha requested for the local foodbank.
Katikati Stags Celebrate Cultural Diversity in Win
Katikati Stags showcase diverse cultures in recent match.
Katikati Stags Beat Judea 41-12 in Culture-Themed Derby
Katikati Stags defeated Judea 41-12 in a culture-themed rugby match, celebrating the diverse heritage of their squad with an umu feast after the game.
Katikati Bowling Club Invites Public to Join Activities
The Katikati Bowling Club is a hub for community events and welcomes new participants.
Katikati Bowling Club opens doors beyond the bowling season
Katikati Bowling Club keeps busy off-season with Housie, quiz nights, Rummikub and Cards 500 — all open to the public, says activities rep Kevin Whitworth.
Katikati Wrestler Suraj Singh Wins Gold in Singapore
Suraj Singh of Katikati secures gold at the Southeast Asian Wrestling Championship.
Katikati Stags Triumph in Fundraiser Match
Katikati Stags secure a thrilling victory while supporting breast cancer awareness.
Cross Country Fun at Katikati Primary School
Katikati Primary School students celebrate cross country with enthusiasm.
Katikati Wrestler Suraj Singh Eyes 2028 Olympics After Singapore Gold
Katikati wrestler Suraj Singh won gold at the 2025 Southeast Asian Championship in Singapore and has his sights set on the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.
Katikati Stags Go Pink for Breast Cancer Cause in Big Win
The Katikati Stags beat the Arataki Makos 38–27 in a pink-themed fundraiser for the Breast Cancer Support Trust Tauranga at Moore Park.
Katikati Primary School Students Take On Cross Country at Moore Park
Katikati Primary School's 470 students took part in a lively cross country event at Moore Park, with Year 0 to 6 pupils competing on 13 May.
Trio of Active Seniors Break Gym Records in Katikati
Three local men prove age is just a number at Katifit gym.
Katikati Bowling Club Sets Annual General Meeting for June
Katikati Bowling Club holds its AGM on Saturday 28 June 2025 at 2pm at the Park Road pavilion. Enquiries welcome on 027 437 2180.
New Youth Darts Club Launches in Katikati
Katikati welcomes a new youth darts club for college students.
Katikati Stags Secure Victory in Thrilling Home Match
The Katikati Stags triumphed over Eastern Districts in a thrilling match.
Increased Awareness of Sports-Related Concussions
Sports-related concussion claims rise as awareness increases in NZ.
Katikati Youth Darts Club Launches This School Term
Natalie Dercksen has launched the Katikati Youth Darts Club for Year 7–13 students, meeting Tuesdays from 3.30pm at the Katikati Rugby Club this Term 2.
Katikati Stags Defeat Eastern Districts 38–17 on Sponsors Day
The Katikati Stags defeated Eastern Districts 38–17 on a sunny Sponsors Day on 3 May, with community fundraising adding to the celebratory atmosphere.
ACC Concussion Claims Rise as Awareness Grows in Community Sport
ACC concussion claims rose to 12,045 in 2024, with the Bay of Plenty recording 813 cases. New national guidelines aim to improve safety in community sport.
Inclusive Sports Day at Waihī Beach Draws Crowds
Parafed BOP hosts an inclusive sports day at Waihī Beach.
Parafed BOP Inclusive Sports Day Draws Incredible Crowd at Waihī Beach
Parafed BOP's second annual basketball and sport whānau fun day at Waihī Beach united tamariki of all abilities with top sporting organisations.
Kids Hunting and Fishing Competition Launches in Bay of Plenty
A new kids hunting and fishing competition for under-13s launches in the Bay of Plenty this April, organised by an Aongatete family keen to get young peopl
Echo Walking Festival Expands With New Trails and Cultural Events
The Echo Walking Festival returns 1–22 April with 45 walks across the Western Bay of Plenty, including new trails and a Kōrero and Kai cultural event at Ot
Katikati Cricket Club Faces Damage from Vandalism
The Katikati Cricket Club is reeling from extensive turf damage caused by vandalism over the weekend.
Heleina Jones Wins Show Hunter High Points at A&P Show
Katikati’s Heleina Jones captures top honours in show hunter at the 100th Katikati A&P Show.
Young Katikati Rider Takes Show Hunter Honours at A&P Show
Katikati teenager Heleina Jones claimed the top show hunter points award at the 100th Katikati A&P Show, riding her horse Archie in her first appearance at
Vandals Rip Up Katikati Cricket Club Turf Overnight
Overnight vandals drove vehicles across Katikati Cricket Club's turf at Moore Park, leaving deep grooves and divots that will take considerable time and co
Ōmokoroa Dash Celebrates 20 Years of Waka Ama Racing
Ōmokoroa Dash draws 300 paddlers in its 20th year.
Western Bay Council Opens Winter Sports Field Bookings for 2025
Western Bay of Plenty District Council is taking bookings for winter sports fields and hard courts for the 2025 season running April to September.
Ōmokoroa Dash Celebrates 20th Year with 300 Paddlers
The Tauranga Moana Outrigger Canoe Club celebrates its 20th Ōmokoroa Dash on 22 February, with around 300 paddlers expected at Ōmokoroa Domain.
National Ducati Rally Roars Into Tauranga for the First Time
Tauranga hosts the National Ducati Rally for the first time, with 150 motorcycles arriving on 28 February for a public show, scenic ride and gala dinner.
Katikati Indoor Bowls Club Kicks Off New Season
Katikati Indoor Bowls Club opens its new season on 5 March at the Memorial Hall, with a free roll-up night on 26 February for newcomers.
Katikati Indoor Bowls Club Opening Night Set for March
Katikati Indoor Bowls Club kicks off its new season with a free roll-up on 26 February and an opening night at Katikati Memorial Hall on 5 March.
Katikati Golf Tournament Set for Early April
The annual Claymark Ambrose Golf Tournament returns to Waihi Golf Course this April.
Katikati Indoor Bowls Club Opens Its Doors for New Season
Katikati Indoor Bowls Club is welcoming new members with a free roll-up and opening nights in late February and early March at the Katikati Memorial Hall.
Nauti Girls Fishing Competition Returns to Bowentown
The Nauti Girls Fishing Competition is back for another exciting year.
Fitness and Fun at The Cow Shed Gym
The Cow Shed Gym in Whakamarama offers unique fitness classes.