30 Jul 2010 8:23 a.m.

Alleged drugged driver makes court appearance

An Eastern Bay woman who allegedly smoked cannabis before driving a school bus, has appeared in court.

Tessa Marie Beattie of Otakiri has been remanded without plea in the Whakatane District Court.

She's charged with driving a transport service vehicle, whilst under the influence of qualifying drugs.

The 32-year-old resigned shortly after her arrest.

She's due to reappear in court on August 10th.

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