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Netball Waikato Bay of Plenty (WBOP) Zone is entering an exciting new chapter. After a period under the administration of Netball New Zealand (NNZ), the Zone is thriving, financially sustainable, and preparing to return to independent governance in 2026.
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The Waikato Bay of Plenty Zone motion to seek a Special General Meeting of Netball NZ was passed on Sunday 7 December. As per the Netball New Zealand Constitution, three Zones are required to request a Netball New Zealand Special General Meeting.
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WAIBOP Matarau closed out their 2025 season in style, securing a well deserved 64–56 victory over Southern Blast in Invercargill. Despite technical issues at the score bench causing confusion between the stadium scoreboard and Champion Data stats - only resolved three quarters into the game - the team stayed composed and focused throughout.
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WAIBOP Matarau hit the court for a must win fourth round, but a shaky start made the challenge steeper. A high error first quarter saw Matarau trail 20–7 at the first break
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Match Report vs Comets
Monday 2nd June
WAIBOP Matarau’s third clash of the season saw them take on Comets in a thrilling, hard fought battle that came down to the final whistle.
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WAIBOP Matarau took the court for their second match of the season against a tough Mainland side at Claudelands Arena. It was a shaky start, with the team losing their first centre pass and quickly trailing 4–1. Despite a few strategic changes, Matarau ended the first quarter down 8–15.
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Round 1: Game 1
WAIBOP Matarau vs Central Manawa
Saturday 10th May
After a smooth flight into Palmerston North, the Matarau girls arrived eager and energised to open their season against a strong Central Manawa side. With clear game plans in place and the team buzzing with anticipation, they hit the court with purpose and passion.
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A huge congratulations to Jan Teesdale, Dorothy Carr, and Belinda Clark!
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