Six-year-old boy and stepmother die in Pātea bar boating accident
Thursday 19 June 2025 · 3 outlets · 2 reports · updated In this story Coastguard
Six-year-old Zane Milham and his stepmother died after their boat was swamped by a wave and capsized off the South Taranaki coast. The boy's father was also on board during the incident. Rescuers stated that all three occupants were wearing life jackets and following correct protocols at the time.
