'She had all of her life to live': Parents fight for 'justice' after 15yo dies in crash
'He’s destroyed our lives.'
AdvertisementAdvertise with NZME.
Latest from Bay of Plenty Times
Boy seen struggling in harbour rescued by vehicle ferry skipper
Boysie-James Siosiua was pulled from the harbour after trying to retrieve a basketball.
The golf club where youth and community are the focus
It’s been a labour of love building the course to what it is today.
From MP to wellness guru: Anna Lorck’s radical new life
Lorck says her new life is a "contrast from the life that I was leading”.
Organic beef farm sees biodiversity flourish
Hamish Browne and Robyn Budd are now in their eighth year of farm ownership.
‘You are not alone’: Teenage troubles on the rise; support agency works with record numbers
SUPP helped a record number of teens with substance and mental health issues.
Parents' fight for 'justice' after daughter dies in crash
Vaishali McNeill, 15, died in a 2023 head-on crash with a truck. Parents Sarb Mann and David McNeill want harsher penalties for impaired drivers. Video / Andrew Warner, Supplied
Why Marsden Estate’s winemaking achievements will continue following sale
Marsden Estate owners Rod and Cindy MacIvor reflect on vineyard sale.
Patient had assisted death in farm paddock after rest home rejection
Rest homes and other facilities may be required to allow assisted dying.
Opinion: Tweed, shrimp cocktails and steamy nights
Opinion: There had never been so many tweed sports coats in one place at one time.
Bullied prisoner slashes another inmate's face with razor from eye to chin
Reihana Cooper tied makeshift weapons to his hands before the attack.
Five hospitalised as crash closes SH2 near Waihī
St John sent five ambulances and two helicopters.
‘I can do whatever I want’: Shoplifter threatens to rape staffer during theft
The 44-year-old smelled strongly of alcohol and had slurred speech.
Gisborne ophthalmologist moves to Christchurch after 17 years
Graham Wilson to make monthly Gisborne visits; praises local eye team as 'great'.
'Eagle-eyed' CCTV watchers in two cities help cops catch wanted youths
Police and councils co-ordinate to track vehicles fleeing crime scenes.
Watch: Beggar with alleged scam ‘I’m pregnant’ back story is confronted in carpark
A beggar who allegedly scammed locals across the North Island has been roughed up.
Baby sharks found in Far North rock pools after strong tides
Baby sharks have been spotted in rock pools near Ahipara, drawing local interest.
Unity and resilience: What to expect at Waitangi Day commemorations in Clive
Waitangi Day at Clive's Farndon Park focuses on moving forward.
Faded photo drums up $2.9m for classic Kiwi bach
Buyers loved the retro vibe of Matarangi beach house, says agent.
How Waikato farmers are balancing growth with rising costs
Feds' Matthew Zonderop said the region had enjoyed near perfect conditions this season.
Waihī Refuse Station targeted in ‘senseless vandalism attack’
Hauraki District Council reports act of 'senseless vandalism'.
New Zealand Rural Games preview on The Country
Tristan Meyers, Steve Hollander, Kevin "Smiley" Barrett, Rachel Shearer, Jason Pine.
Busy day for Eastland Port operations
The Bay was alive with shipping yesterday with four log ships here and two cruise boats.
Delays on SH12 Northland after Taheke truck crash
Motorists are experiencing delays after a truck rolled between Kaikohe and Waima about 11am today. Video / Miria Henry
Stay 'vigilant': Warning after out-of-control rubbish fire burns 19ha
'Fires can happen at any time and no one ever expects a fire.'
Impressive air and ground display at Classic Flyers Aero Day
The Classic Flyers Aero Day promises to be action packed this weekend.
Road now open after truck blocked SH12 near Taheke
The crash was just west of Puha Rd near Taheke.
Watch: Auckland teen lands monster 52kg tuna on jetski
The jetski tilted on the ride home due to the fish's weight.
The multi-million dollar mountain of wood removed from Gisborne waterways and beaches
330,301 cubic metres of wood was removed from beaches and river catchments in 2024.
SH29 at Lower Kaimāī reopens after serious crash injures three
One person was critically injured.
China set to post sluggish growth as doldrums deepen
Sluggish local demand and gathering storm clouds over the country’s trade outlook.
‘Tea and a chat’: Residents invited to post-Treaty settlement sessions
Feedback is being collected to aid decisions at the February 13 council meeting.
Whangārei’s Lani Daniels to defend world boxing title in April
Daniels heading for rematch with tough Tongan.