The Northland Age sports news
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.'
Northland's Mea Motu defending world title against Thai opponent in Auckland
The title defence for Kaitāia’s world boxing champ Mea Motu is on April 26.
Plenty of Northland interest when Moana Pasifika play Queensland in Whangārei on Friday
A Northlander will take the field against the Reds as Super Rugby hits Whangārei.
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 boxing champ Mea Motu confident ahead of big fight
Motu said she was dedicating the fight to her Te Rarawa iwi and 'Pukepoto hard.'
Whangārei Fight Night will see Matt Matich step into the ring under world title bouts
Fights could lead to more bouts for Matt Matich and Jerome Pampellome.
'He inspired generations': Sporting legend dies after cancer battle
Jason Wynyard was diagnosed with a rare, aggressive form of cancer in May.
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
Sport news around NZ
Rugby player banned for nine weeks after punch during post-game handshakes
A Spotswood United player punched a Coastal Rugby player after a Premier grade match.
First XV: Inside the battle for New Zealand Schools' first five
Young talent in race for black jersey
‘No shortage of talent’: All Blacks not hiding from 2024 bench woes
The All Blacks haven’t scored a point in the last quarter of any Rugby Championship test.
Sri Lankan legend masterminding Black Caps’ path to Test Championship final
Rangana Herath has joined New Zealand for their tour of Asia.
Spy: Is All Black Damian McKenzie off the market?
The sports star is understood to be dating the daughter of racing royalty.
Suspected broken leg ends Black Ferns star's NRLW season
The injury puts a halt to dual international plans, for now.
Auckland FC unveil anticipated visa signings, new away kit
The A-League club now have 25 players signed.
Watch: Cliff Curtis appears stunned by interview at boxing match
An interview from the knockout fight has gone viral.
New Kiwis jersey revealed for 2024 Pacific Championships
The design of the new Kiwis jersey was last seen more than 20 years ago.
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.
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.
More local sports news
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.
Makos RLC given three choices
The Kerikeri Makos have three choices for showers and changing rooms.
Locked out: Makos changing sheds condemned
Makos have a home ground but no showers after a fire forced a lock out.
Guess who's coming to Kaikohe
Top Warriors players set to visit Kaikohe on Wednesday to interact with local youth
Kerikeri clubbers back into swing
Far North club finally gets season underway with well attended tournament.