Fun and games the primary objectives

The Whangarei Primary Schools Sports Association's Winter Sports Tournament took place this week and saw children represent their schools across several codes such as rippa rugby, football, hockey, netball, basketball, table tennis and league. Northern Advocate chief photographer John Stone went to Kensington Park to capture some of the action.

Whangarei Intermediate rippa rugby players, above, Tenaya van Dijk (left), Imogen Coates, Breanna Manning, Bridget Fijma, Mia Skinner and Kobi Palmer.

Kamo Intermediate rippa rugby player Jaiden Slatter swerves past his opponent.

(Clockwise from left) Lara Luna, Olivia Harrison, Shyra Mapa and Sharon Gaelolo.

Whangarei Intermediate School goal defence Jennifer Tobin beats goal attack Marshall Spice to the ball.