Jaime Lyth is a multimedia journalist for the New Zealand Herald, focusing on crime and breaking news.
Jaime Lyth began working under the NZ Herald masthead in 2021, as a reporter for the Northern Advocate in Whangārei. Her time in Northland exposed her to rural communities often overlooked and isolated from support systems and resources that New Zealand's inner cities receive. She is passionate about reporting on such social issues and inequalities. In 2023, she joined the NZ Herald team in the Auckland newsroom as a multimedia journalist, focusing on crime and breaking news. She has reported on youth crime and has extensively covered the chronic issue of retail ram raids and gun crime across the country. Jaime spent her childhood in Selwyn and Christchurch. She studied a Bachelor of Communications at Massey University in Wellington. Jaime can be contacted at jaime.lyth@nzme.co.nz
33,000 lightning strikes in 24 hours; more thunderstorms to target north, west
Snow is falling in the south while heavy rain and gales are set to lash much of NZ.
Two workers on collapsed Transpower pylon had ‘no formal training’
Almost 100,000 people - and businesses - were left without power on June 20.
'I don't feel safe': NZ's most burgled neighbourhoods - how does your suburb compare?
Use our interactive to see New Zealand's most burgled community.
Woman arrested following Pukenui homicide
The police say the 'deceased and alleged offender are believed to be known to each other'.
'Big challenges ahead of us': PM on first 100 days, final health anouncement today
Christopher Luxon spoke to Newstalk ZB’s Mike Hosking this morning.
Four men charged after 'violent' home invasion, car spiked twice in 100km police chase
Neighbour woke up to sounds of ‘shouting and fighting’.
'Unbearable': Grieving whānau suffer double tragedy after toddler's driveway death
Azalea-Reign was struck by a vehicle and passed away on January 5.
Two missing after quad bike rolls into swimming hole
Four people made it out of swollen stream but search ongoing for missing pair.
Seven people injured in Tasman crash
One person has serious injuries while six others have minor injuries.
Places of worship targeted by threats; 70+ 'concerning emails' made
Police believe the threats are coming from the same source.
'Concerning' email sent to schools and hospitals across New Zealand
Police are working to establish the origin of the emails.
'Run of wet days': Tropical low brings rain, wind to north
A tropical low is set to bring heavy rain and strong winds to the top of the country.
From Browns Bay to Whangārei: Teens arrested after 48hr crime spree
A police car was rammed during a chase overnight.
Two men aged in 40s confirmed as shooting victims, worked at construction site with gunman
Police are still trying to identify the two people killed, with investigations continuing.
Two people killed by gunman who stormed Auckland CBD building site, shooter also dead, multiple injured
Gunman was wearing electronic monitoring bracelet when he stormed building site.
SH1 Dome Valley to remain closed over weekend
Dome Valley is to remain closed over the weekend and reopen early next week.
'Rough night ahead': North Island braces for stormy 24 hours
The worst of the tropically-charged storm will be felt after dark.
'Our beautiful boy': Teen who died in cave tragedy mourned by family
The 15-year-old boy was swept away by rising floodwaters during a school trip.
'Horrified' dad emailed school, pulled son out of Abbey Caves trip day before tragedy
When the father raised concerns about the worsening weather, he got no response.
Abbey Caves tragedy: Lawyers say school board may be liable for prosecution
WorkSafe confirmed it was investigating the death at Abbey Caves in Whangārei.
'One way in and one way out': Veteran guide describes Abbey Caves
Search and rescue teams recovered the missing student’s body last night.
'Blown away by the support': Young mum-to-be diagnosed with breast cancer
At 26 weeks pregnant, Abi discovered she had stage 3 breast cancer.
'Emotionally and financially ruined': Mystery illness overwhelming fix-it man
For the past six months, Dave has been in and out of the hospital with an unknown illness.
Largest public housing development plans for Northland unveiled
A new public housing development for Whangārei will provide 95 homes for people in need.
'Something desperately wrong': Milky flesh suggests snapper may be starving
'My gut feeling... they’re not healthy, there’s something desperately wrong.'
'It’s a massive problem': The barriers to timely endometriosis diagnosis
Research showed on average it took five GP visits over eight years to receive a diagnosis.
House razed despite firefighters' best efforts
Four fire trucks from the Far North attended the scene on Wednesday afternoon.
'A tough road to navigate': A painful personal journey of endometriosis
Endometriosis has been described by some as a condition sometimes considered "invisible."
Northland women encouraged to take up trucking
A Whangārei woman won a free licensing course at the Kamo Touch-A-Truck show in January.
'It’s a deep letdown for the communities' Disappointment over alcohol reform delay
'Corporations profit handsomely, but pay a minuscule amount towards social damage'
Whangārei Hospital's Covid-19 procedures under the spotlight
Te Whatu Ora Northland denied staff were knowingly exposing people to Covid.
Maungaturoto farmer announced as National’s Northland candidate
National’s Northland election candidate has been announced as Grant McCallum.
International artists team up with Kiwi artists for biggest art auction
Each CollaboratioNZ event ends with a no reserve auction of all the artwork.
Grant McCallum selected as National’s candidate in Northland
Maungaturoto farmer Grant McCallum has been selected as National’s candidate for Northland
Kaipara residents forced to travel as town continues to go without a dentist
The only dental clinic in Dargaville closed more than a year ago.
A family's pain: Their father passed then the cyclone came
The cyclone further fuelled a whānau's grief as they mourned the loss of 'chief'.
Staff to be sent to Whangārei Hospital over winter months; army support still in the air
Staff will be deployed across Northland hospital services depending on need.
Meningococcal B vaccine now funded for 'life threatening' disease
Four Northland children under the age of 5 contracted meningococcal B in July last year.
Man airlifted to hospital after rescue at popular Whangārei swim spot
Police and emergency services are attending a rescue in Raumanga.
Preventing the 'youth mental health pandemic': Wellbeing project hits Te Tai Tokerau schools
The project provides children with the means to manage anxiety early in their early years.
Financial hardship a big issue faced by elderly, says Minister for Seniors
Age Concern said the rising cost of living is a major issue for local elderly people.
'Northland is absolutely not forgotten': PM Hipkins on cyclone rebuild
Prime Minister Chris Hipkins met with Northland mayors and leaders over roading.
PM meets with Te Tai Tokerau cyclone relief teams
The Prime Minister met with the food and essentials delivery team Tai Timu Tai Pari.
Our weathered roads: Is it time to turn to rail?
Our roads are constantly being labelled "terrible," what are the other options?
Northland tamariki measles immunisation rates 'too low'
A measles outbreak would be disastrous for Northland whanau due to low vaccination rates.
Do you know your numbers? Heart health awareness campaign hits Whangārei
High blood pressure is known as the silent killer.
Cyclone may have long-term impact on Northland house prices
The questions that’ll be on buyers’ minds will be, has your house been flooded?
Northland Paralympian nominated for World Sports Award
Cameron Leslie is a nominee for a global sports award this year.
Generator sales through the roof as homes still without power in Northland
Power outages are persisting across the Northland region following Cyclone Gabrielle.
Ruakākā Beach access hammered by Cyclone Gabrielle
A clean-up is beginning at Ruakākā where beach access has been destroyed by the cyclone.
Businesses hopeful things will pick up after storm disruptions
Cyclone Gabrielle put a halt to business and Valentine's Day this year.
Beaches will be unmanned as surf lifesaving clubs feel impact of cyclone
Many Northland beaches are currently unpatrolled by lifeguards due to the storm aftermath
'It’s been a tough day': Race to evacuate Kaipara residents before high tide
Hundreds of Dargaville residents have been evacuated as the town braces for high tide.
Whangārei family's home becomes an island after slip causes major flooding
Mud and water is flowing across Whareora Road as Cyclone Gabrielle causes disruption.
Cyclone Gabrielle: Where to find help and information in Northland
Civil Defence will release details of evacuation centres as they are needed.
Public health warning against collecting shellfish from Kaipara Harbour
The warning extends throughout the whole of the Kaipara Harbour.
Six months later, Rawene Hospital after-hours services still closed
The hospital originally closed its after-hours services in August.
She died in her sleep of a fatal overdose: Coroner's warning over common painkillers, sedatives
Drug overdose deaths are up 54 per cent from 2017 to 2021, according to a new report.
Waitangi Day dawn ceremony delights attendees
It was a drizzly morning at the Waitangi dawn ceremony, but the mood wasn’t dampened.
21-gun salute fired over Bay of Islands for Waitangi Day
Royal NZ Navy frigate HMNZS Te Mana could be seen anchored off Waitangi.
Festival atmosphere as 15,000 turn up for Waitangi Day amid warnings of racial division
Waitangi Day began will calls for unity, ended with a big party.
Waitangi Day 2023: Political leaders call for a united front at this year's dawn ceremony
Thousands at Waitangi dawn powhiri as country welcomes national day.
Waitangi Day: Commemorations for most about fun and family
Fun the order of the day at Waitangi for most
Governor General Dame Cindy Kiro receives warm welcome at Waitangi
The Governor-General was welcomed to Waitangi, Northland on Friday.
Marae-based driver mentoring gets rural Northlanders road-ready
Learning to drive will soon become easier for Northlanders living remotely.
Brynderwyn Hills to stay shut after ill-fated attempt at reopening
Recurring slip thwarts plans for four-hour reopening of SH1 tonight.
Northland’s State of Emergency today
Huge rainfall expected overnight mostly bypassed Northland, no major damage reported.
New Maungatapere medical centre 15 years in the making
Maungatapere is now home to a brand-new medical centre.
Driver may have been in crashed car for hours before she was found
SH10 closed between Puketona and Pakaraka while police investigated the crash.
It’s oh-fish-ial: the Wish 4 Fish boat is back in Northland
The Wish 4 Fish boat is designed with wheelchair users in mind.
'It's a death trap': Why is it so hard to walk to Whangārei Town Basin?
Do you find it difficult to walk around Whangārei?
'A proper tumble' Five-hour-old kiwi found on roadside
The very recently hatched kiwi chick was found wet, cold and covered in eggy remnants.
'It was pretty full on': Kaiwaka residents relive fighting fatal fire
The death doesn’t appear to be suspicious and has been referred to the Coroner
A school-leaver's guide to future options outside of the classroom
School's out: So what do you want to do with the rest of your life? This guide may help.
'We love you so much': Whānau farewells mother dedicated to keeping community fed
Lisa Richards was dedicated to Love Soup and breakfasts and lunches in Northland schools.
Slow fashion breathes new life into old clothes
How can we change our relationship with clothes to something more long term, over a fling?
All of the photos from Juicy Festival Whangārei
People could be seen lining up before 9am to make their way to the music festival.
Whangārei Juicy Festival kicks off without a storm
The bad weather appears to have passed and Juicy Festival is full steam ahead.
Four Northland liquor outlets caught selling alcohol to minors
Police and Te Whatu Ora carried out two Controlled Purchase Operations recently.
Family say teen with brain tumour missing for 11 days has been found
The missing Whangārei teen with a brain tumour has been found.