The Northland Age sports news
How every team can win the Ranfurly Shield (except Southland)
All roads will go through Hawke’s Bay starting this weekend against the Tasman Mako.
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
Adam Blair praises NRL Māori All Stars: 'A fantastic week that embodies our culture'
New Māoris coach Adam Blair is excited about his debut
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.
Sport news around NZ
Black Fern announces retirement after brain injury diagnosis
Black Ferns star Grace Steinmetz retires after brain scans reveal serious injury risk.
Dame Patsy Reddy to step down as NZR chair
Dame Farah Palmer and NZR president Matthew Cooper will also not be applying for roles.
Crusaders confirm signing of 'world-class' James O'Connor
'My whole career I’ve heard so much about the Crusaders culture and innovation.'
From Foster to Robertson: Are the All Blacks truly rebuilding?
Gregor Paul breaks down the contrasts and comparisons between the two.
Why Mikhailovich feels like a winner ahead of world title fight
Andrei Mikhailovich will challenge for the IBF world middleweight title in Sydney tonight
The Watchlist: Silver Ferns' struggles raise alarm for netball in New Zealand
OPINION: The Silver Ferns-England series loss is part of a worrying trend with our women.
Owen Franks opens up on CTE, diet, underrated All Blacks and more
The former All Black reveals training secrets and his post-retirement diet to fans.
Hillier ties for third with bogey-free 63 at Alfred Dunhill Links Championship
Daniel Hillier ties for third at Alfred Dunhill Links, shooting a bogey-free nine-under 63
'Scratching our heads': Former captain slams Ferns' sub strategy
Adine Wilson was left scratching her head at the rotating bench against England.
Gorse to golf tees: Golfers' environmentally friendly new business
Two Far North golfing buddies have created a business turning gorse into golf tees.
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.
More local sports news
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