Police investigating a fatal stabbing in the Bay of Islands are appealing for public help

They are looking for anyone who witnessed a fight or disturbance on Kawakawa's main street, near the Work and Income building, around 10pm.

Officers say some people were seen filming the incident, and they're asking anyone who has not already spoken to police - to come forward.

They're also asking for sightings of a silver Toyota Altezza seen in the area