The Northland Age Sports news
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 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
'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
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.
Sport news around NZ
'Nobody would have picked it': The Kiwi who beat NZ to win SailGP
The Black Foils weren't able to get the win but a Kiwi still got to lift the SailGP trophy
Richard Cockerill: As spectacular as that haka looked, Norm Hewitt and I shared a few beers
OPINION: We were forever linked after that infamous haka at Old Trafford in 1997.
Four NZ golfers to compete in The Open for first time in 15 years
The final men's major of the season will be a big one for New Zealand.
Warriors closing in on NRL record, eyeing sold-out season at Go Media Stadium
CEO Cameron George joined the Big League Podcast to talk about the club’s run.
‘Put the team first’: Latham addresses Black Caps white-ball captaincy prospect
Kane Williamson’s resignation leaves New Zealand without a skipper in the shorter formats.
'Right decision': NSW forward backs call to play Warriors star over him
'It's great to see Mitch Barnett in the team. I feel like he has deserved it all season.'
Paul Lewis: All Blacks' style is flawed without a Plan B
OPINION: The All Blacks need to be able to change strategy when it matters most.
Six in-bound tours headline NZ summer of cricket
The schedule gives fans potentially 41 days of international cricket.
All you need to know: State of Origin 2024, game III predictions
Can the Blues win the series in the heart of Queensland?
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.
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.
Gamefishing: A day of firsts for Ahipara angler
Gamefishing season is underway in the Far North.
Sheepdog trials: Plenty at stake in local series
The annual Northland Sheep Dog Trial Centre begins this weekend.