Kelly Makiha

Bay of Plenty

Multimedia Journalist at New Zealand Herald

Rotorua Daily Post chief reporter and also works regularly as a singer and guitarist.

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Articles

Bay of Plenty U18s make history

1 week ago | sunlive.co.nz | Kelly Makiha

No one expected them to win. So when the final whistle blew and the Bay of Plenty U18 Lakers boys team were up 10-6 over the Wellington Orcas on the scoreboard, clinching the National District 9s trophy, the victory was even sweeter. Lakers coach Jason Sayers said the Easter tournament had been tough. Other teams were stacked with high-calibre players – many already making their way through NRL club age-group teams.
Mona Blades cold case: Regrets 50 years after hitch-hiker’s mysterious disappearance

1 week ago | nzherald.co.nz | Kelly Makiha

Mona Blades. Photo / Supplied to Daily PostMona Blades vanished 50 years ago while hitch-hiking from Hamilton to Hastings, sparking a major manhunt. Former policeman Tony Moller suspected Derrick Hinton’s involvement, but no evidence or body was found. Police continue to receive and assess information, urging anyone with details to come forward.
On The Up: Bay of Plenty U18s make history with national league victory

1 week ago | nzherald.co.nz | Kelly Makiha

Team spirit, energy, intensity and belief got the Bay of Plenty Lakers U18 boys the title of winners at the National District 9s. Bay of Plenty U18 boys won the National District 9s, surprising everyone with their victory. Coach Jason Sayers credited their success to skill, mindset, and team culture. The Aotearoa New Zealand Māori Rugby League Tournament in Rotorua will feature 50 teams and NRL scouts. No one expected them to win.
Labour MPs criticise National’s housing cuts amid Rotorua homelessness

1 week ago | nzherald.co.nz | Kelly Makiha

Former Labour MP Tamati Coffey, Labour list MP Jan Tinetti from Tauranga, Labour housing spokesman Kieran McAnulty, Ralph Mosen from Habitat for Humanity and Labour Māori development spokesman Willie Jackson. Photo / Kelly MakihaLabour MPs claim National’s funding cuts for Māori housing will worsen homelessness in Rotorua. National Party MP Todd McClay disputes this, saying locals appreciate the reduction of emergency housing motels.
'Traumatic' tenancy: Landlord accused of 'inhumane and degrading' conditions

1 week ago | nzherald.co.nz | Kelly Makiha

The trust Rotorua landlord Stephen Bhana, pictured, shares with his sister Jasu Mati Bhana has been ordered to pay damages to a tenant. Photo / TVNZA Rotorua trust linked to landlord Stephen Bhana must pay a tenant $6267 for poor living conditions. The Tenancy Tribunal found the Ranolf Trust misled the tenant about meeting Healthy Home Standards. The tenant endured mould, leaks, and broken appliances, leading to maximum exemplary damages of $7200 for providing a sub-standard rental.
Farmer must report to jail after losing appeal

1 week ago | sunlive.co.nz | Kelly Makiha

Koberstein appealed his prison sentence in the Court of Appeal in Wellington in March and Justices Rebecca Ellis, Rachel Dunningham and Layne Harvey released their decision dismissing the appeal yesterday. Koberstein’s lawyer, Philip Morgan, KC, appealed on the grounds the prison sentence was excessive given Koberstein was also banned from farming. He asked that a home detention sentence be imposed instead. Koberstein has been on bail pending the outcome of the appeal.
Mangakino farmer must report to jail after losing animal cruelty appeal

2 weeks ago | nzherald.co.nz | Kelly Makiha

Mangakino farmer Warren Koberstein was found guilty of "wilful" ill-treatment of his animals. Photo / Andrew WarnerWarning: Disturbing contentMangakino farmer Warren Koberstein must surrender to prison after losing his appeal against a jail sentence. Koberstein was convicted of animal cruelty, involving the mistreatment of hundreds of sheep and cattle. The Court of Appeal upheld the two-year, four-month sentence, deeming it not excessive.
On The Up: Rotorua Red Cross Shop reopens, seeks volunteers and donations

2 weeks ago | nzherald.co.nz | Kelly Makiha

Getting ready for the new Red Cross Shop opening are (clockwise from left) Brent Hedley, Talei Kitchingman, Gina Dow, Anna Herzberg, Jaqs Henderson, Nat Pereniki and Marri Pureu. Photo / Kelly MakihaA new and improved New Zealand Red Cross Shop outlet store is opening its doors in Rotorua on Monday – but it needs the Rotorua community’s help to keep those doors open.
202-home project advances despite financial woes for developer's companies

2 weeks ago | nzherald.co.nz | Kelly Makiha

Work is progressing at a housing development on Ngongotahā Rd in which 202 new homes will be built. Inset: Developer Marcus Jacobson. Photos / Kelly Makiha, Andrew WarnerWork on 202 homes in Ngongotahā is progressing well despite financial issues for the developer’s other companies. Marcus Jacobson confirmed the project is on track with solid funding arrangements. The development aims to alleviate Rotorua’s housing pressure, with earthworks already under way.
Rotorua woman charged after alleged attack with Taser-like weapon

2 weeks ago | nzherald.co.nz | Kelly Makiha

Police have charged a woman over an alleged attack using a Taser-like weapon. Photo / NZMEA woman has been charged over an alleged attack on another woman using a Taser-like weapon. A 37-year-old woman appeared in the Rotorua District Court on Monday charged with offences including unlawful possession of a firearm/restricted weapon and dangerous activity with intent to injure.