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Mānawatia a Matariki
Monday, June 24, 2024
Ashes to allies: Sport Bay of Plenty brings clubs together in Rotorua
Wednesday, May 22, 2024
Community-led review activates play-friendly spaces for tamariki in the Bay of Plenty
Wednesday, May 22, 2024
Girls surfing a wave of change thanks to Tū Manawa funding
Monday, May 20, 2024
Meet Leah Sole, the Regional Active Recreation Lead at Sport Bay of Plenty
Saturday, May 18, 2024
Summitting Mauao: The ultimate Green Prescription
Tuesday, April 16, 2024
Local Business Heroes directory launched
Tuesday, April 16, 2024
Tū Manawa funding making waves of change for local wahine surfers
Friday, March 15, 2024
Sport Bay of Plenty Secondary School Sport Conference provides vital connections
Tuesday, February 27, 2024
Last year saw Sport Bay of Plenty offer an excellent opportunity for connection and whanaungatanga for those working in the secondary school space through the 2023 Bay of Plenty Secondary School Sport Conference.
Council relationships key to strong physical activity sector
Tuesday, February 27, 2024
At Sport Bay of Plenty, we endeavour to uphold the strong connections we have with our local government bodies while also advocating for enhanced opportunities for our community to transform their lives through physical activity.
How communities are creating sustainable health and physical activity change
Tuesday, February 27, 2024
Following on from participant insights, Sport Bay of Plenty is looking to increase our health and lifestyle impact in isolated communities by providing a process that is tailored for the specific needs and barriers of these communities.
Asking parents how sport can help them and their tamariki
Tuesday, February 27, 2024
Determining what is considered a good sporting experience for parents is a crucial factor in creating similarly enjoyable involvement for children, coaches, officials and other parents and guardians.
Unstoppable Acorn Foundation Scholar sets her sights on the Junior Road Cycling World Championships
Friday, February 16, 2024
17-year-old Tauranga student Alex Rawlinson is a force of nature when it comes to the demanding sport of road cycling and plans to use her scholarship money to reach her greatest target yet - the Junior Road Cycling World Championships.
Tū Manawa funding a touchdown for Tauranga club
Friday, February 9, 2024
Tauranga Tridents successfully applied for the Fast Fund, managed by Sport Bay of Plenty, in 2022 with the aim of establishing full contact American Football in Tauranga.
Our People: Jarvy Aoake
Wednesday, January 17, 2024
Let's get to know our Sport Development and Coaching Team Leader, Jarvy Aoake. We found out more about his love of rugby, other ways he likes to stay active and his role at Sport Bay of Plenty.
Waimana School build water safety skills and confidence
Monday, December 18, 2023
A Tū Manawa Active Aoteroa funded project to enable students to learn in different water environments. Breaking accessibility, body image and physical skills barriers to help tamariki thrive.
Health trial demonstrates value of locally-led approach to improving physical activity opportunities across Bay of Plenty
Wednesday, December 13, 2023
A Green Prescription trial in the Eastern Bay of Plenty town of Murupara has demonstrated the value of a community-led approach to reducing physical activity barriers and increasing participation.
Whakamarama School embarks on hauora journey through connection to local pūrākau
Monday, December 11, 2023
Whakamarama School in Tauranga has embraced a whole school approach to hauora under the leadership of its tumuaki/principal and with the support of Sport Bay of Plenty’s education team.
Play on the Way at Aorangi School
Thursday, December 7, 2023
Sport Bay of Plenty has been working with schools, councils and communities to undertake comprehensive play assessments in Rotorua's Western Heights and Tauranga's Tūtarawānanga/Merivale.
Sport BOP celebrates sustainability milestone and looks to the future
Thursday, December 7, 2023
In 2022, Sport BOP made an ambitious commitment to reduce our carbon emissions by 25% by 2035, against 2021 levels. Incredibly, we have already achieved our target.