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International racers gear up for Baypark Speedway

Baypark Speedway is hosting a round of the International Midget Car Series.

Triathletes gone Wilde: Hayden wins again

Whakatāne's Hayden Wilde has capped off a stellar year with a win.

A land of unrest - our explosive neighbours

Volcanoes shape our past, present and will likely shape our future, say experts.

Local Focus: White Island victims remembered in ‘paddle out’

“People who came to holiday here won’t be going home.” Made with funding from NZ On Air.

NZ Rugby awards: Bay volunteer celebrated

Bay of Plenty stars were among those honoured at the New Zealand Rugby Awards.

'I'll try to keep the streak going and make it six'

He says it will be no easy task but he'll give it a crack.

Northern Spirit outshine Central Hinds at Bay Oval

Cricket

Baby on board: Black Ferns captain has exciting new role

It has been a year of massive milestones for Black Ferns captain Lesley Elder.

Super Saloon series opener: Mick Quin puts rivals on alert

"Once he was past us it was see you later," defending series champion Cowling said.

England's Barmy Army gets the atmosphere going at Bay Oval

The sun was shining, a trumpet was playing, and the Barmy Army was singing along.

Wardlaw risked death playing professional rugby

'I thought I had finally made it' - rising rugby star's dream crushed

Centuries to test cricket - Bay Oval milestones

Both teams are keen to get started.

Bay Oval test match: 'We don't want a tie'

"Following on from the World Cup, which we try not to talk about, it's incredible".

Teuila Blakely's 'Sex and the City' memoirs

Actress Teuila Blakely plans to release a book on her single life.

'A very meaningful job': Getting to know the Māori Wardens

Wardens share why they joined, what they do and who they go above and beyond for.

Straight out of Kawerau: NZ Sevens' new recruit

The All Blacks Sevens' new signing was a late bloomer, but he is making up for lost time.

Monica Cantwell murder: When Mt Maunganui lost its innocence

It's been 30 years since Monica Cantwell was murdered on Mauao.

Another career milestone reached for Kaleb Trask

And he hopes to continue his professional career for many years to come.