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Photographer Michael Cunningham’s favourite Northland sports pictures of 2023

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A young surfer pictured during the Polar Bear Surf Classic in November. Photo / Michael Cunningham

A young surfer pictured during the Polar Bear Surf Classic in November. Photo / Michael Cunningham

Throughout 2023, Northern Advocate photographers have been bringing you images of events across Northland. From breaking news and major incidents to family fun and scenes from our beautiful region, the Advocate had it all covered.

Today, we publish some of photographer Michael Cunningham’s favourite sporting images he took throughout the year.

Click through the gallery below.

NPC Northland vs Hawke's Bay, rugby at Semenoff Stadium.  Northland won 44 - 21
Te Paki won six gold medals at the NZ Short Course Swimming champs in Hawke's Bay in August.
A young surfer during the Polar Bear Surf Classic in November Photo / Michael Cunningham
In August hardcore fans braved the rain to watch Northland's Taniwha defeat Tasman 32-5 at Semenoff Stadium.
 Hayden Paddon, during the Rally of Whangārei in May
Northland Scholastic Surfing Competition, Sandy Bay, Tutukaka in May

Image 1 of 6: NPC Northland vs Hawke's Bay, rugby at Semenoff Stadium. Northland won 44 - 21

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