Samantha Motion
New ZealandjournalistFemale5.0Global Dominance: 0.00%Samantha Motion is a journalist known for her coverage of significant news events in New Zealand. She has reported on various topics, including crime, social issues, and local government affairs. Her insightful reporting often highlights the intricacies of legal cases and community impact, contributing to informed public discourse.
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Samantha Motion is the deputy editor for NZME Bay of Plenty and community titles.
Future of Tauranga’s Māori ward to be decided by binding referendumThe New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New Zealand· 2026-06-02
New Zealand· 2026-06-02
Samantha Motion is a regional content leader for NZME.
Funeral costs: One in five funerals at Tauranga business conducted with no service or ceremonyThe New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New Zealand· 2025-11-26
New Zealand· 2025-11-26
Samantha Motion contributed additional reporting.
Son of prominent Tauranga man charged with shooting at people and fleeing policeThe New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New Zealand· 2025-10-17
New Zealand· 2025-10-17
Samantha Motion contributed additional reporting.
Son of prominent Tauranga man charged with shooting at people and fleeing policeThe New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New Zealand· 2025-10-17
New Zealand· 2025-10-17