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'Demonic serpents': Probe launched into exorcism claims at embattled Auckland school
Two staff were suspended over exorcism allegations, a third for 'claims of negligence'.
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Revealed: Auckland's most ticketed street – and the major city institution in it
AT collected $32m from almost 400,000 parking fines across Auckland in 2025.
'Call 111 immediately': Police hunting Lawrence Schwalger
The 50-year-old is thought to be somewhere in the wider Auckland area.
Wealthy Auckland family in $17m legal fight, mum accuses son of 'misappropriating' funds
The mother–son deadlock is described as "fundamental and irretrievable".
Police hunt William Nelson-Bell over thefts and assaults
The 23-year-old is known to frequent the Counties Manukau area, police say.
Why Auckland’s busiest cemetery looks like a Disney movie
An Auckland cemetery has turned into a colourful, happy place, thanks to the Pasifika families who go there.
'It's not a sad place': The Kiwi cemetery that looks like a Disney movie
Pacific culture has lit up Manukau Memorial Gardens cemetery in South Auckland.
One seriously injured, second victim left with moderate injuries after late-night South Akl fight
Officers were called to a fight involving several people on Wallson Cres, Wiri.
Mega property deals: The 11 biggest commercial sales of the year
Who's still got money to buy $1.8b of properties in 2025? An exclusive list answers that.
Reality star and dad clear the air after viral toy giveaway clash
“We’ve been sweet for a couple of days, but people are still hurt.”
Young Shortland Street actor sentenced for brutal road rage assault
It was revealed in court that the actor had filmed the victim as he bled on the ground.
Tamaki-linked group condemned after Auckland Sikh parade clash
An MP and the Free Speech Union say the protest was un-Christian, threatening, and cruel.
Drunk copycat cop arrested after trying to pull over real police in South Auckland
The man flashed fake police lights at an unmarked police car, and fled when he realised
Watch: Police intervene after Destiny-linked protesters block South Auckland Sikh parade
About 50 protesters blocked Great South Rd about 2pm to confront the parade.
'Gone too soon, sir': Auckland school in mourning after 'beloved' deputy principal dies
The family now faces a funeral service on Monday, in the same week as Christmas.
'Disgusted ... total lies': Inside the struggle between Matt McCarten and Willie Jackson
They were like brothers for decades. Now they've had a falling out of epic proportions.
Paddock to Pantry opens second physical location
The Kahawai Point store gives Glenbrook locals groceries without a 20-minute drive.
Teen who boasted he put enemies in 'body baggies' jailed for Manurewa mistaken-identity murder
A grieving dad said his son's life was taken away 'because you thought you were tough'.
Fire rips through Auckland polystyrene factory, sending smoke across sky
Video shows flames bursting from the side of an industrial building.
Multiple fire crews dispatched to house blaze in South Auckland
Fire and Emergency received multiple calls just before 3pm.
Young actor from Shortland Street breaks man’s eye socket in brutal assault, flees in luxury SUV
Brooklyn Nathan's attack left a man needing surgery and with debilitating double vision.
Parents win time in last ditch bid to keep childcare centre open - for now
The daycare was due to shut next week but there's been a change of heart.
'Risky business': Major property flipping firm faces mortgagee sales
The Hills Real Estate team once made about $5.4m profit trading 71 homes.
One person in critical condition after alleged stabbing
Police have launched an investigation after a man was stabbed in Glen Innes. Video / NZ Herald
‘We live in constant fear’: Gang member jailed for terrifying armed home invasion
A man needed surgery after the knuckle-duster attack, which left his face scarred.
Person critically injured in Papakura shooting, alleged offender on the run
Police say those involved are believed to be known to each other.
Missing South Auckland girl, 13, found safe after three weeks
The girl went missing from Manurewa and was last seen on November 14.
Tears at daycare Christmas party after parents told centre is to close
A petition is nearing 1000 signatures as families plead for the centre to stay open.
Sister saves girl during alleged van grab attempt in Takanini
Police spoke to the driver of a white van after reports of suspicious activity.
Rare sentence for serial sex offender who terrorised French backpacker and jogger
Johnathan Tamihana, 33, has spent only two of the past 14 years out of prison.