The Northland Age sports news
Whangārei’s Lani Daniels to defend world boxing title in April
Daniels heading for rematch with tough Tongan.
'The world is starting to take notice': Māori sporting champs inspiring next generation
Kaitāia boxing world champ Mea Motu part of nine-strong Māori sports stars panel M9
Rising Stars: Whangārei boxers set to shine at National Amateur Boxing Championships
Kye Hiko and Lucas Potter are set to make an impression at the tournament in Christchurch.
How every team can win the Ranfurly Shield (except Southland)
All roads will go through Hawke’s Bay starting this weekend against the Tasman Mako.
Far North leading the way in resurgence of traditional rongoā Māori healing
Traditional hauora Māori practices explored at Fabulous Fridays.
Cameron Leslie heading swim team to Paris
'It’s my fourth Paralympics, but my first in eight years, so it’s very exciting.'
Plan to be best links course in NZ after Kaitāia Golf Club shoots up golfing rankings
Kaitāia Golf Club shoots up course rankings, but is aiming even higher
Legendary Kaitāia league coach Jim Larkin who discovered James Fisher-Harris hanging up his cap
Far North man who discovered Kiwis captain James Fisher-Harris is retiring from coaching.
Kaitāia world champ Mea Motu back in boxing ring in April
Northland world champ's next boxing bout could be last in NZ
Adam Blair praises NRL Māori All Stars: 'A fantastic week that embodies our culture'
New Māoris coach Adam Blair is excited about his debut
Kaitāia boxing champ Mea Motu confident ahead of big fight
Motu said she was dedicating the fight to her Te Rarawa iwi and 'Pukepoto hard.'
Sport news around NZ
'Little and often': Why Fox's NZ-based coach has joined him in Texas
'Having eyes on has certainly helped out a lot.'
Richie McCaw stand? Debate over who will be honoured at new stadium
Naming rights for stands at the new Christchurch covered stadium are still available.
Not done yet! How the Blues can make the quarter-finals
The defending champions sit third to last but they can't be ruled out just yet.
Coach's son makes prank call to player, costs him 6-figure fine
'My son's actions were absolutely inexcusable. And for that, we are both deeply sorry.'
Opinion: How Auckland's bureaucracy stifles stadium innovation
They want $300m, with half spent over 10 years, for the development.
'Tough calls': Star Black Fern omitted from first squad of the year
Three experienced Black Ferns have been left out of the Pacific Four Series squad.
'Unprecedented reach': NZME and Netball NZ team up in major deal
A new weekly podcast, Inside Netball, features former Silver Ferns.
'Significant risk': NZR and former ABs star on dangers of new collision sport
Former rugby star emphasises need for safety measures to avoid head trauma.
Auckland FC scoring success on and off the pitch
The team's black-and-blue stripes are taking over the city.
NZ sporting legend told he has 'weeks to live'
Kiwi wood chopping great Jason Wynyard is fighting an aggressive form of cancer.
Samoa Rugby World Cup hopes propped up by Kaitāia's Jordan and James Lay
Kaitāia brothers James and Jordan Lay at second RWC with Samoa
Northland's Mea Motu and Lani Daniels defending world boxing titles on Saturday
Asthma won't stop Kaitāia's Mea Motu defending her IBO super bantamweight title.
Gorse to golf tees: Golfers' environmentally friendly new business
Two Far North golfing buddies have created a business turning gorse into golf tees.
Pipiwai homecoming for world champ back on
Welcome home for newly crowned IBF world heavyweight champion rescheduled.
NZ sporting legend diagnosed with aggressive form of cancer
Kiwi wood chopping great Jason Wynyard is fighting an aggressive form of cancer.
World Cup winner Krystal Murray welcomed home by excited crowd in Kaitāia
The Black Ferns prop received a hero's welcome in the Far North with a homecoming parade.
TRL hailed as one of best models for league in NZ
Taitokerau supporters double down on calls to scrap outdated NZRL zoning system.
TRL celebrates season and inaugural team haka winners
TRL finals cancelled, but haka champs announced
Kauri skipper selected for the Black Ferns
From humble beginnings to the national side for Kaitaia-born and bred
'We're very proud': Elation in Tuke's home town as Team NZ wins America's Cup
Fan zones across Northland erupt as Kiwi boat crushes Italian rival 7-3.
Edge equestrians win national volunteer award
Formerly on an 800-acre Whananaki farm, the Edges have volunteered for over 40 years.
More local sports news
Coach profile: Active Attitude's Ashleigh McCaw
As director of Active Attitude, Ashleigh McCaw offers opportunities in a range of sports.
Schoolgirl rugby players put skills on show
Action aplenty in school girl rugby as Kaitaia square off against Whangārei Girls' .
Winter blast cuts two dayer short
Taipa Speedway managed to complete the full card on day two of Percy Poharama Memorial.
Sheepdog trials: Moody and Spot book nationals berth
Mike Moody and Spot won the Rodney leg of the Northland circuit on Saturday.
Kaitaia College 'shining light' remembered with ultra-marathon
Te Amohaere Rudolph has been honoured two years after losing the battle with cancer.
Surfcasting: Snapper running rampant on 90 Mile
The Ngai Takoto Snapper Bonanza has sold out and big crowds are expected.