Bay of Plenty Times photographers John Borren and George Novak have been named finalists at this year's prestigious PANPA media awards.
Chief photographer John Borren is a finalist in three categories - Portrait category for his photo London Ballet Beckons, the Features and Lifestyle category for Long Reach to Touch a Finger of God and in the News category for Chopper Rescue Above Falls. George Novak is a finalist in the Features and Lifestyle category for Extreme Close-Up.