Hockey Northland Board and community send their c ondolences to : MULHOLLAND, Margaret Boyd. We are saddened to share the passing of Margaret “Marg” Mulholland on 12 April 2026. Aged 92 years. Marg was a long-standing and much-loved member of the Northland hockey community, proudly representing the top Northland Women’s team for many years. She was known for her nifty running, goal-scoring ability, and her valued contribution to the Maungaturoto Women’s team. Marg will be fon

📣 NHC Men's and Women's team coaches– Expressions of Interest Open Hockey Northland is now calling for Expressions of Interest for our Men's and Women's NHC coaching positions for the 2026 season. 🗓 EOI Close: Monday 4 May, 11:59am👥 Interviews: Panel interviews will be held as soon as possible following the closing date🔐 Note: Appointment is subject to a satisfactory police check 2026 Programme Overview: Northern Regional Representative League: June – August (home an

All Saturday Games Postponed – Cyclone Vaianu Following ongoing concerns around Cyclone Vaianu, all Saturday games have now also been postponed. This decision has been made due to unsafe travel conditions. Player safety remains our top priority, and we believe this is the most responsible decision given the conditions. Further updates regarding rescheduling will be shared as soon as possible. We appreciate your understanding – please stay safe and take care over the weekend.

🌧️ Competition Update – Weather Impacts 🌪️ Following the earlier postponement of games due to the recent storm, the round that was rescheduled for this Sunday will once again be postponed  due to the forecast impact of Cyclone Vaianu . ⚠️ Official  Met Service Weather Warnings (Northland) Issued: 9:51am Fri 10 Apr Heavy Rain Warning – Orange   Period:  12hrs from 9:00pm Sat 11 Apr – 9:00am Sun 12 Apr  Area:  Northland, about and south of Bay of Islands to Hokianga Harbour 

In light of the adverse weather conditions and with Civil Defence advising that the 'main period of concern is still from Thursday afternoon through to Friday', all games that were originally scheduled for tonight have been postponed. The new date for these games is set for Sunday, 12 April. This change ensures the safety of all participants and attendees. Hockey Northland will contact teams with confirmed game times for April 12. Thank you for your understanding and cooperat

🏑 U18 REPRESENTATIVE TRIALS – 2026 🏑 Hockey Northland is now calling for registrations for U18 Men’s and Women’s Open Trials. If you’re aiming to take your hockey to the next level, this is your opportunity to be part of our 2026 representative programme. There is an expectation that selected players will be available for team trainings and pre-tournament games. If numbers allow, we will also look to form U18 Development Teams to train and compete against other Northern Reg

🌧️ Weather- related Postponement Process Update 🌧️ With weather looking unsettled, here is a clear outline of how postponement decisions are made and communicated. This is being shared today ahead of any decisions that may be required tomorrow. The CEO (or nominee) has the authority to postpone hockey at any stage due to ground and/or weather conditions, right up until just before game time. How decisions are made: Hockey Northland staff monitor a range of sources, includin

Kia ora koutou Notice is hereby given that a Special General Meeting (SGM) of Hockey Northland will be held as follows: Date:    2 0th Mar ch  2026  Time:    6 p . m .Venue: N orthland Hockey Centre (under the Grandstand) This meeting is called in accordance with the notice requirements of the Hockey Northland Constitution. Purpose of the Meeting The purpose of this Special General Meeting is to consider and, if thought fit, pass resolutions to amend the Hockey Northland Cons

Goalkeeping Coaching Sessions with Simon Mason — Great Britain Hockey’s most capped goalkeeper