Brian Tamaki sees himself as a martyr, says expert
Historian says Destiny Church leader's arrest makes him more sympathetic to his followers.
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Five Auckland kids did not collapse after vaccine: Social media lies quashed
'We can confirm there are no reports of any such events occurring', official said.
Contact of Omicron-infected MIQ worker tests positive, 14 new cases today
There are 30 people in hospital with the virus.
'We won't stop looking for him': Police send warning to people hiding shooting suspect
"Our message to Thomsen is that we won't stop looking for him."
'How fast can this thing go?' The new jet ski tour giving a new way to Sea Auckland
See Auckland in a thrilling new way with this Jetski tour.
Phil Goff: Some vote against every revenue measure Auckland needs
OPINION: Mayor responds to criticism of Auckland Council rates and debt.
Health officials apologise for long vaccination queues
The demand spiked as children between 5 and 11 years old became eligible for vaccination.
'My dad's going to prison for what?': At home with Brian Tamaki as he is arrested
Herald reporter David Fisher was there as Destiny Church leader Brian Tamaki was arrested.
Watch: Brian Tamaki arrested - farewell kiss before led away by police
Tamaki has arrived at Mt Eden prison after being arrested at home this morning.
Auckland's Southern Motorway crash leaves one seriously injured
All lanes on Auckland's Southern Motorway have now reopened following a crash this morning
Vaping epidemic: One in five secondary students addicted - survey
At least one in four New Zealand schools are within 1km of a vape store.
Covid community cases remain low, as vaccines do their work
Some new cases are of concern - including one in a large resthome, another an MIQ worker.
'History repeating': The rise of vaping-addicted teens
"I didn't realise I was hooked until I tried to stop and became really sick," teen tells.
One person dead after diving incident at Goat Island
Emergency services were called to a group of three divers struggling in the water.
Woman in critical condition after being pulled from water at Maraetai Beach
Police are at the scene of the rescue.
Live: MIQ worker tests positive for Covid, 29 community cases
Officials are keeping a close on eye on Omicron cases at the border.
Manukau Covid protest expected to cause traffic delays - police
The protest at Manukau is related to Covid-19 vaccination.
Caregiver at large Auckland rest home tests positive for Covid, ward closed
The ward will be closed for at least 14 days; residents and staff are being tested.
Mystery at the mill: The unsolved disappearance of scientist Jim Donnelly
Jim Donnelly went to work one day and never returned. He wife is still seeking answers.
Surge of Covid cases at border, double those in the community
Majority of cases popping up at the border are the highly contagious Omicron variant.
Head Hunter gun case: 501 deportee sentenced for pistols hidden under floorboards
Calen Morris said he wanted to protect his family after his cousin's high-profile murder.
'Worst I've ever seen': One dead, four injured after serious crash between Puhoi and Warkworth
Long delays after the fatal crash.
Man charged with Mt Roskill murder, police name second man on the run
Police are still looking for Sam Junior Angelo Thomsen, and have released his photograph.
Greg Sayers: Troubling trends at Auckland Council
OPINION: Councillor blows whistle on rising costs at New Zealand's largest council.
Revealed: When officials expect Omicron in community; DHBs prepare
Management of Covid cases isolating at home is changing as the threat of Omicron looms.
Big Brother is watching: The rise and rise of CCTV in New Zealand
Estimates of 200,000 to 400,000 CCTV cameras now in NZ.
Manic street preachers: Soapbox saviours trigger record noise complaints
Businesses and residents at wits' end amid noisy after-hours sermons.
G.A.Y night club latest location of interest linked to Delta outbreak
Anyone who was at the nightclub during that time is urged to self-isolate and get tested.
Overturned kayak: Police urge public to help identify owner
Empty kayak with fishing rods and bait found near Auckland's Motuihe Island.
Omicron warning: Contagious variant likely to emerge across Auckland within 2-3 weeks
The highly-transmissible variant is expected to escape through the border.
'Undue risk': Paedophile cheerleading coach who worked on kids' TV show denied parole
Marinovich was denied parole due to his continuing unhealthy interest in child sex.
Inflatable water park closes in Auckland after alleged attack on lifeguard
Lifeguard was patrolling the Maraetai beach water park late last night when attacked.
Analysis: Isolation variation sends the wrong message
ANALYSIS: Such issues need to be sorted before Omicron finds its way into the community.