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Ayla Yeoman is a multimedia journalist for SunLive and The Weekend Sun. Ayla is based in Tauranga and covers general news in the Bay of Plenty region. This includes live and breaking news stories as well as producing in-depth community stories. She is a fourth-year student at the University of Auckland studying for a Bachelor of Arts majoring in Communications and Politics & International Relations. She joined NZME in June 2024. Ayla has a particular interest in reporting stories relating to community concerns, highlights, wins and more. You can contact Ayla at ayla.yeoman@nzme.co.nz
Alleged vigilantes in court accused of filming and posting assaults
One is accused of claiming a person was on the child sex offenders register.
'Do not enter the water': River turns bright orange
People are urged to treat the Ohinemuri River water as contaminated.
Man in custody after Pāpāmoa police chase
Police pursued a car in Pāpāmoa after the driver allegedly failed to pull over.
Selling Tauranga houses 'for food'
Tremains is doing an initiative to 'Sell houses for food' to support local foodbanks.
'Lots of interest': How Tauranga schooling is promoted in Korea
'Everybody said when they come here, they don’t want to leave after six months.'
Vigilante sites taken down, police issue warning
The accounts posting the videos have since been taken down.
Stripped naked, bashed: Vigilantes attack suspected paedophiles in Tauranga
Police warn 'vigilante actions' could harm investigations.
Official funding for events to lift regional tourism
The Government is giving grants to boost Bay of Plenty and Coromandel tourism.
DoC appeals for info after protected gulls allegedly run over on beach
'The deaths of these protected birds were entirely avoidable.'
Pāpāmoa fire: Givealittle fundraiser set up for Pāpāmoa woman who lost home
The home was destroyed in an electrical fire, an investigator says.
'I just feel numb': Shock after fire takes out Pāpāmoa home
A house fire started by an electrical fault has left the owner devastated and homeless.
'Grim scene' as gulls found dead in tyre tracks
A witness says they appear run over in 'a senseless act'.
Median barriers: Locals 'don't have much faith’ in NZTA u-turn
The transport agency is reconsidering placing barriers on some sections.
'So frustrating': Park petanque terrain trashed twice after $12,500 upgrade
Pentanque terrain has been vandalised twice.
Tips for identifying and avoiding scams
Identifying email scams is getting increasingly more difficult.
Boat ramp parking charge not on, says fisherman
Boaties will now have to pay to park their trailer near some boat ramps in Tauranga.
Gear up for Tauranga’s first Cyclocross
Summerhill MTB Park is preparing to host the event on July 21.
Another protest against SH2 barriers planned
Rain or shine, SH2 residents north of Tauranga are ready to protest once again.
Median barriers: Residents protest on SH2
SH2 residents are protesting after NZTA's decision to resume works for median barriers.
'Outgrown our facilities': Tauranga netball on the move
The move was given the green light at a special general meeting.
Pub faces devastating delays after fire
Good Local had an electrical fire and rebuilding is still not under way.
NZTA issues warning to SH2 vandals after hearts, 'offensive' tags appear
The tagging, thought to be linked to recent protests, has been reported to police.
'Every minute counts': Why protesting SH2 locals are continuing fight
SH2 median barrier protest and response from mayor, transport minister and NZTA.
Slow convoy: Residents to protest proposed SH2 barriers
Protest aims to show side road residents’ frustration.
Animal Rescue service celebrates new start
Tauranga Animal Rescue reopens after community help, success of reopening celebration.
'We really are a family': Tauranga detective honoured for services to police
Detective Inspector Lewis Robert Warner has been made a Member of The NZ Order of Merit.
"I love the freedom of the sea': Tauranga man honoured for conservation work
'Protection of our environment has become very important to me.'
Stories from 56 years of fostering: Part two
'The hardest part is when you see them return or go back to the parent...'
Local aids Brazil floods: 'It’s heartbreaking'
A Tauranga local who grew up in Porto Alegre is raising money for the South Brazil floods.
What it take to be a fosterer: A couple's five decades of care
The octogenarians have been recognised for their selfless and tireless efforts.
Tauranga teen heading to Europe for MTB World Series
A Te Puna 17-year-old is one cog closer to achieving his dream.
'Defied the odds': Bay dancers head to worlds
Tauranga dance studio heading to The World of Dance Competition in LA.
Devastating BOP theft: Returned gear a win
"This is a win after a devastating couple of days.”
'It sucks': New gear stolen from dragon boat club
Thieves took a large amount of brand-new gear bought for world championships crew.
Person on quad bike sought after crash with train in BoP
A person has been reported missing after the crash on railway tracks.
Local kids train with All Blacks Sevens stars
Rugby players and fans have flooded Blake Park to watch and practise with their idols.
One person in hospital after paraglider crash
Lifeguards and police responded to the crash.