SportKatikati finish season in styleKatikati Black Panthers rounded off a memorable season with a 7-1 victory over a gallant Bethlehem College Lasers team at Bethlehem College on Saturday morning. The win was the last game of the season in the Western Bay under-10 division and Katikati finished up as the top team in the competition.23 Sep 02:23 AM
SportEels trounce touring TigersThe Southport Tigers under-15s travelled from Brisbane on Australia's Gold Coast to play the Otumoetai Eels at Mitchell Park on Saturday. It was the first time any of the boys had been to New Zealand and they were more than competitive for most of the game before the Eels won 40-28.22 Sep 06:00 PM
Bay of Plenty TimesPapamoa rallies for cancer causeLocals turned up to support Papamoa Wetlands Wander for Child Cancer. George Novak was there to capture the fun.16 Sep 02:11 AM
PhotosWiremu Rawiri funeralThe funeral for Wiremu Rawiri was held at Huria Marae his body was then taken to Motuopae Island.22 Aug 11:17 PM
PhotosCharacters leap off the pages for openingChildren, costumes and characters were out in force at the opening of the new library at Welcome Bay School. Bay of Plenty Times photographer Andrew Warner was on hand to take these pictures.11 Aug 06:00 PM
PhotosChiefs make rugby historyIn a pulsating final match, the Chiefs overwhelmed a gallant Brumbies side 27-22 at Waikato Stadium.08 Aug 06:00 PM
PhotosNorthern volleyball talent on showRound three of the 2013 Northern Zone League took place at the ASB Arena on Saturday. The cream of volleyball talent from Auckland, Waikato and Bay of Plenty were there. Photographer George Novak captured the action.06 Aug 06:00 PM
PhotosJust plane fun day out for allYoung kids and their parents enjoy the air force open day at Tauranga Airport.05 Aug 06:00 PM
PhotosFans flock to be part of finals actionThe Baywide club rugby finals day took place in ideal playing conditions at ASB Baypark Stadium on Saturday. Supporters came in big numbers to support their teams from Kawerau, Whakatane, Te Puke, Tauranga and Mount Maunganui. George Novak was there.04 Aug 06:00 PM
PhotosAnimal testing protest in TaurangaProtesters taking part in a march against drug testing on animals in Tauranga.30 Jul 01:35 AM
PhotosYour photos: Out and about around the BayReaders send in spectacular photos of the Bay of Plenty.30 Jul 12:00 AM
PhotosPlayers show pose for kidsThe Steamers held a kids fun day skills session at Bayfair on Saturday. Photographer George Novak caught up with some of the young fans and their heroes.29 Jul 06:00 PM
PhotosGood old fashioned arts and crafts still pull in the crowdsGeorge Novak captured images at the craft show at ASB Arena.22 Jul 06:00 PM
PhotosCross country at Welcome BayThe Waikato BOP 2013 Cross Country Championships were held at Waipuna Park, Welcome Bay on Saturday. The age groups represented ranged from boys' and girls' 10-years racing over 2km through to the Masters category with the oldest athlete Brian Smith aged 80. Photos by George Novak21 Jul 06:00 PM
PhotosSchools keen to score top rugby titleThe Tai Mitchell rugby tournament for Year 7-8 pupils began on Friday and will continue on until finals day this Wednesday. Matches are being played at Blake Park and Grenada Park between the 10 teams vying for the coveted title first played for in 1938. Photographer John Borren captured the action between Tauranga East and Tauranga West15 Jul 06:00 PM
PhotosHundreds attend Fight for YouthThe inaugural DARE To Fight For Youth charity boxing event was held at the ASB Arena on Friday night. The evening attracted 947 people to the black tie event and $41,400 was raised to be used to deliver programmes and events for young people aged 5-18.14 Jul 06:00 PM
PhotosHigh tempo action at schools finalsThe Bay of Plenty Secondary Schools Badminton Finals were held at the QE2 Centre on Friday with the best talent in the Bay on display. Photographer John Borren captured the fast and furious tempo of a badminton tournament.08 Jul 06:00 PM
PhotosKids on the ball with sticksThe weather was perfect on Saturday for the Mini Sticks and Kiwi Sticks Skills Day held at the Tauranga Hockey Centre. Children from Western Bay primary schools including Bellevue, Brookfield, Waldorf, Tauriko, Welcome Bay and Golden Sands attended.07 Jul 06:00 PM
PhotosSun comes out as young netballers take to the courtsThe sun shone on a beautiful morning at the netball courts at Mount Maunganui's Blake Park on Saturday. Among the primary school teams in action were the Bellevue Ferns up against the Tahatai Coast Lil Rockers. Photos by George Novak.30 Jun 06:00 PM
PhotosMount youngsters on the ballAnother fine but chilly morning greeted kids involved in junior sports competitions at Mount Maunganui's Blake Park on Saturday.24 Jun 03:39 AM
PhotosABs throw weights roundThe All Blacks' training camp at Mount Maunganui concludes today after three days of indoor training, gym sessions and team strategy meetings.28 May 12:00 AM
PhotosChampionship Pennants semifinals at Mount Maunganui Championship Pennants semifinals at the Mount Maunganui course on Sunday Photos: Joel Ford. 07 May 12:15 AM
PhotosThe NZ Rugby Foundation Wheelchair Rugby Competition The New Zealand Rugby Foundation Wheelchair Rugby Competition 05 May 10:19 PM
PhotosOtumoetai Eels vs Hamilton City TigersPhotos taken at Mitchell Park on Saturday when the Otumoetai Eels (yellow) beat the current Waicoa Bay rugby league competition champions Hamilton City Tigers 30-12.05 May 08:42 PM
PhotosWeekend soccer at Links AveTauranga City United against Manukau City and Bay of Plenty Women against Fencibles United. Photos by George Novak. 29 Apr 02:09 AM
PhotosTe Puke takes home Oliver CupTe Puke takes home Oliver Cup. Bay of Plenty Times photographer Joel Ford captured the action. 29 Apr 01:15 AM
