A world champion gymnast, tumbler and cheerleader has taken a young Whangarei cheerleader under her wing.

We all know young Northland rugby players are often poached down to Auckland, but there is always a sense of pride when they achieve.

Steven Adams continues to draw praise in the NBA pre-season as he battles for a regular bench role.

It's official - golf courses can be added to the list of things Northlanders do well.

Tomorrow sees the first round of Northland Cricket's Lion Red Cup one-day competition, with defending champions Onerahi Central looking to continue where they left off.

Northland youngsters yearning for leather on willow need not wait any longer, with the junior cricket season getting under way this weekend.

Entries are open for Northland's toughest running event, the Cape Brett Challenge, in April.