Watch: Five months after a crash in which he and his best mate were seriously injured, James Rolleston still struggles to do simple things.

An 8-year-old boy was struck by a car as he walked home from a Christmas Day swim.

Actor James Rolleston presented an award at an event in Auckland last night, four months after the crash which almost claimed his life.

A man has appeared in court charged with the murder of a pregnant Opotiki woman last night.

A woman is dead and a man is charged with her murder after an incident in Opotiki last night.

Opotiki Artist Jamie Boynton has unveiled his latest work, at Waiotahe Valley School centenary celebrations. The artwork reflects Mr Boynton's personal to uncover his identity, a mix of Maori and Pakeha heritage. Made with funding from NZ On Air.

Opotiki Artist Jamie Boynton has unveiled his latest work, at Waiotahe Valley School centenary celebrations. The artwork reflects Mr Boynton's personal to uncover his identity, a mix of Maori and Pakeha heritage. Made with funding from NZ On Air.

One person is dead and another seriously injured after two cars collided in Opotiki last night.

A woman has been arrested following a stabbing in Opotiki this morning.

Uretara Island, in Ohiwa Harbour, is now free of rats, and native birds are thriving, thanks to the work of dedicated volunteers. Made with funding from NZ On Air.

Uretara Island, in Ohiwa Harbour, is now free of rats, and native birds are thriving, thanks to the work of dedicated volunteers. Made with funding from NZ on Air.

Opotiki beekeepers are worried too many hives are now being placed in the region by corporate newcomers, threatening the survival of the pollinating bees required for the local kiwifruit industry. Made with funding from NZ on Air.

John Forbes' early blunder didn't diminish his election result. And he admits his opponent Les Keane ran a good campaign after all. Made with funding from NZ on Air.

A newborn baby has been flown to hospital with serious head injuries.

One of New Zealand's longest-standing mayors went to a rival candidate's home in his mayoral car and told him the region could save $50,000 if he continued in office unopposed.

Parents of a 14-year-old girl killed in a hit and run have spoken of their anguish that no one has been held accountable for their daughter's death.

Tai Mitchell rugby returns for its 75th edition this Friday when Tauranga West will try to defend their title at Opotiki's Memorial

Two people were injured in a rubbish truck crash in Opotiki this morning.

Teen sex is again in the spotlight after a group of boys were spared convictions for sex with underage girls. Some say they should never have been charged.

In just two weeks Makeda Soper-Wirangi went from working at her local mall to walking in fashion's biggest shows.

Parents of students at Opotiki College are supporting the school despite it being hauled into the spotlight over sexual allegations involving its students.

Security guards remained stationed outside Opotiki College yesterday while its principal remained silent on sexual allegations involving his students.

An anti-sexual violence campaigner says every high school in New Zealand sees sexual violence, whether school management is aware of it or not.

Opotiki mayor John Forbes says he is irked he was not informed about sexual allegations involving students by police.

Clinette Riggs - the accomplished horse rider who died in a hunting accident - has been remembered by her heartbroken family as a caring mother who lived life to the full.

People mourning the loss of 14-year-old Rangimaria White, who was killed in a hit-and-run in Opotiki at the weekend, are gathering for her tangi today.

A Mainfreight truck has been left on the edge of a 15-metre cliff following an accident.

A 17-year-old girl who was knocked unconscious at a graduation party early this morning was a "popular and talented" student.