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Peter White
Sports writer
Tauranga

Peter is a sports writer at the Bay of Plenty Times

We are your advocate, Aotearoa. Uncovering stories that matter, asking hard-hitting questions of those in power, live-blogging sport events, monitoring the highs and lows of the NZX and providing Premium expert opinion and analysis. Bringing you distinctive, quality journalism and breaking news from across New Zealand and around the world. With specialists working together to create indepth reads, engaging video, and unmissable podcasts.

Check out Peter’s latest content
Tauranga Boys’ run riot in Super 8 rugby final
New Zealand

Tauranga Boys’ run riot in Super 8 rugby final

10 Aug 08:18 PM
Campbell settles for third despite six-under round
Golf

Campbell settles for third despite six-under round

05 Aug 05:00 PM

It was a case of what might have been for Kiwi golfer Ben Campbell.

Baywide rugby: Crunch time for clubs to move into top four places
Rugby

Baywide rugby: Crunch time for clubs to move into top four places

15 Jun 04:00 AM

Baywide Premier play-off spots are the key goal for teams.

Final week of round one kicks off this weekend
Rugby

Final week of round one kicks off this weekend

25 May 12:00 AM

The emphasis is all about momentum heading into the championship that begins next week.

Baywide rugby: Te Puna in winning form
Rugby

Baywide rugby: Te Puna in winning form

16 Apr 12:12 AM

Baywide rugby round produces plenty of tries.

Baywide rugby: Te Puna make an impact
Rugby

Baywide rugby: Te Puna make an impact

08 Apr 06:16 PM

Te Puna make a statement of intent in Baywide Premier rugby.

All Blacks Sevens call in replacements
Sport

All Blacks Sevens call in replacements

07 Mar 04:18 PM

Bay of Plenty's Luke Masirewa joins All Blacks Sevens in Toronto.

Williamson in doubt for Bay Oval match
Sport

Williamson in doubt for Bay Oval match

27 Feb 08:45 PM

Kane Williamson needs his hamstring injury cleared before he can play today.

Bay wrestlers chasing Commonwealth Games dreams
Sport

Bay wrestlers chasing Commonwealth Games dreams

21 Feb 12:08 AM

Seven wrestlers named in New Zealand team to contest the Commonwealth Games.

Legend of cricket guiding young Indian team
Cricket

Legend of cricket guiding young Indian team

01 Feb 05:30 PM

Indian cricket legend Rahul Dravid looking forward to U19 World Cup final on Saturday.

Former Chiefs trainer saves man's life on golf course
Sport

Former Chiefs trainer saves man's life on golf course

24 Jan 07:59 PM

Golfer's skills and a defibrillator saved a life at the Tauranga course.

Man injured at Leisure Island sparks rescue helicopter callout
New Zealand

Man injured at Leisure Island sparks rescue helicopter callout

27 Nov 05:21 AM

Rescue helicopter and ambulances at Moturiki (Leisure Island).

Triathlete chased by a shark at Pilot Bay
New Zealand

Triathlete chased by a shark at Pilot Bay

19 Nov 04:35 AM

A triathlete from Auckland had a scary experience chased by a shark off Pilot Bay.

Tauranga's bold bid to host America's Cup
Sport

Tauranga's bold bid to host America's Cup

10 Nov 03:09 AM

Tauranga is being considered as an alternative to Auckland to host the America's Cup.

Mount in running to be America's Cup venue
Sport

Mount in running to be America's Cup venue

10 Nov 02:38 AM

Could Mount Maunganui be the venue for the 2021 America's Cup?

Fiji: Sheer luxury at the Marriott
Travel

Fiji: Sheer luxury at the Marriott

15 Oct 03:00 PM

Peter White discovers the bar has lifted higher when he visits Fiji Marriott Momi Bay

Steamers win tough battle with Turbos
Sport

Steamers win tough battle with Turbos

08 Sep 09:45 AM

Bay of Plenty Steamers beat Manawatu Turbos 20-17 in Palmerston North tonight.

One on one with Peter Burling
Sport|sailing

One on one with Peter Burling

01 Sep 05:00 PM

Peter Burling opens up about his crazy year winning gold and the America's Cup.

Pearce finishes well at Fiji International
Golf

Pearce finishes well at Fiji International

20 Aug 04:27 AM

Daniel Pearce finishes in a share of fifth in Fiji.

Super 8 ends in loss for TBC
Rugby

Super 8 ends in loss for TBC

05 Aug 10:32 PM

Tauranga Boys' drop their final Super 8 game of the season at home to Gisborne Boys' High.

Baywide semifinals just a week away
Rugby

Baywide semifinals just a week away

09 Jul 01:53 AM

Te Puke demonstrate home strength in toppling leaders Mount Maunganui 20-12.

Peter Burling: The making of a legend
New Zealand

Peter Burling: The making of a legend

27 Jun 11:01 PM

The rise and rise of Peter Burling's career began when he was just 12.

Bay boys to go Lion hunting
Rugby

Bay boys to go Lion hunting

14 Jun 08:00 PM

Liam Messam and Kane Hames looking forward to taking on the Lions in Rotorua on Saturday.

Peter White: Crowe a master batsman and pleasure to watch
Cricket

Peter White: Crowe a master batsman and pleasure to watch

07 Mar 05:09 AM

The passing of Martin Crowe last Thursday at the age of 53 touched the hearts and minds of cricket fans all over the world.

Ironman No.13 dedicated to father
Cycling

Ironman No.13 dedicated to father

13 Feb 07:31 PM

For most part-time athletes, finishing one Ironman New Zealand endurance challenge is something to cherish.

Super Rugby: Harris happy to be back training
Super Rugby

Super Rugby: Harris happy to be back training

15 Jan 12:10 AM

For Chiefs hooker Nathan Harris, he's happy to be back at training since he missed the entire campaign last year after badly damaging his ankle.

Triathlon: Warriner wins Tinman in final race
Sport

Triathlon: Warriner wins Tinman in final race

28 Nov 10:19 PM
Golf: Kuchar focused on survival at Fiji International
Golf

Golf: Kuchar focused on survival at Fiji International

15 Oct 06:52 AM
Golf: Geary plays career master stroke
Golf

Golf: Geary plays career master stroke

06 Oct 06:25 AM
Flight check: Wellington to Nadi
Travel

Flight check: Wellington to Nadi

08 Jul 09:00 PM

Peter White flies from Wellington to Nadi on Fiji Airways FJ460.

Cricket: Bates' 100 anchors Ferns win
Cricket World Cup

Cricket: Bates' 100 anchors Ferns win

11 Feb 04:00 PM

A top-class century from captain Suzie Bates was the key factor as the White Ferns defeated England by 67 runs at Mt Maunganui's Bay Oval yesterday.

Hockey: Win in wet was worth wait
Sport

Hockey: Win in wet was worth wait

20 Apr 07:10 PM
Peter White: Takapuna a show home for controversial housing plan
Opinion

Peter White: Takapuna a show home for controversial housing plan

20 Mar 04:30 PM
Rugby: Former Harbour captain to retire at 25
NPC

Rugby: Former Harbour captain to retire at 25

30 Aug 03:09 AM
2003: Four more years - the tournament goes on
Rugby World Cup

2003: Four more years - the tournament goes on

16 Aug 05:30 PM

Wallaby's cruel taunt stung ears of All Blacks in Sydney semifinal, recalls Peter White

2007: Boks hold nerve in a Cup of big upsets
All Blacks

2007: Boks hold nerve in a Cup of big upsets

16 Aug 05:30 PM

Principal hosts France fail to deliver in contest memorable for Latin and Pacific fire and the All Blacks' earliest exit, writes Peter White

1995: Springboks' first time unites divided nation
Rugby World Cup

1995: Springboks' first time unites divided nation

15 Aug 05:30 PM

Stransky's boot is the key for South Africa from start to finish, writes Peter White

1999: Sacre bleu! France demolish All Blacks
Rugby World Cup

1999: Sacre bleu! France demolish All Blacks

15 Aug 05:30 PM

The Aussies were too polished but there were riveting match-ups, writes Peter White

1987: Fans' lukewarm start fast turned to fervour
Rugby World Cup

1987: Fans' lukewarm start fast turned to fervour

14 Aug 05:30 PM
1991: Fitter, faster England level the playing field
Rugby World Cup

1991: Fitter, faster England level the playing field

14 Aug 05:30 PM
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