A helicopter pilot has made a "miraculous" escape from a crash landing at Mokau in Taranaki.

Don't let the cold weather keep you from the royal waves.

James Russell and some mates head to the 'Naki to hang 10 and tame the waves of the reefs.

Hamilton's two specialists unable to continue service without more help

The North Taranaki teen charged with killing his caregiver has been further remanded to a secure facility.

In an area somewhere north of Taranaki James Russell has found a place that stills the heart and mind.