Football in the Far North is set to grow, with its first ever football development officer based there.

Eighteen-year-old Northlander Nick Stobart is a genuine up-and-comer in cricket.

Having your son 14,000km away is worrying enough, let alone having him represent New Zealand in a World Cup.

Tim Southee is set to earn nearly $600 for every ball he bowls in the Indian Premier League, after being sold at auction for $230,000.

Northland teenager will feature among a trio of qualified coaches offering their expertise at a football skills session in Kaitaia tomorrow.

The passing of a stalwart has seemingly become the catalyst for the return of a senior team representing Okaihau into the Bay of Islands rugby competition this season.

Discounted entries close this Sunday for the annual Chilltech Beach 2 Basin Run/Walk which takes place next month.

A pair of 12-year-olds hold the hopes of the 22-strong Northland swim team at the New Zealand Junior Swimming Championships in Wellington starting today.

The South Zone Maori rugby team will have a chance for redemption when they look to reclaim the Johnny Isaacs Trophy.