'Empire building' lawyer who stole from clients wants to practice again, says ambitions now tempered
He hasn't been allowed to work as a lawyer since 2016.
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Police thanked the public for their patience as traffic management measures were in place.
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Criminal defence lawyer arrested at pro-Palestine protest
Criminal defence lawyer Lucy Rogers was arrested at a pro-Palestine protest on Auckland's Queen St on Saturday, for breaching the peace and failing to comply with lawful instructions of a police officer as she held up a sign criticising the protesters. Video / Lucy Rogers
Auckland woman reveals how she survived North Shore quicksand
It took only one step for this Auckland woman to be in serious trouble.
'No tolerance for unlawful activity' - Police on alert as Head Hunters tangi closes SH1
There is a large police presence in the community as the funeral takes place.
Golden Arches ablaze in Auckland McDonald’s fire
The famous brand logo was well alight before a fire crew arrived.
$3b landlord, Sylvia Park owner: How it has done in the past six months
Business has sold properties lately at Westgate and for Ikea's first store here.
Watch: Video shows BurgerFuel car revving before Santa parade crash
Six people were moderately injured in the crash.
Radius expenses push profit down as it brings in nurses from overseas
Company went on a big overseas nursing recruitment drive last year to fully staff places.
Two people arrested after fleeing driver incident across Auckland
All lanes on the Southern Motorway are open again following the incident.
AT boss on three hour waits at carparks; future of cycleways and bus lanes
Dean Kimpton talks car park mayhem, missing cyclists, tough budgets and customer delight.
Dean Kimpton on the future of Auckland Transport
Simon Wilson talks to Auckland Transport CEO Dean Kimpton. Video / Jason Oxenham
‘Chickens coming home to roost’: Rates rises, axed cycle lanes in Mayor Brown's 10-year budget
'The decisions of the past have determined our current budgetary woes.'
Tim Hazledine: Counting the cost of congested Kiwi roads
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Head Hunter funeral: 'OG' William 'Bird' Hines to be laid to rest near Foxton today
The tangi for the feared and revered Head Hunter starts at 11am.
'Bad-tempered and annoyed': Airport passengers face long delays due to staffing issues
A passenger said people were still boarding his flight an hour after scheduled departure.
‘Crying in pain’: Woman hit by BurgerFuel car describes Santa parade mayhem
Witnesses said the car was revving its engine before it drove into the crowd.
'Threatening' Hamilton man hijacks ambulance, crashes into building as paramedics flee
The man was being treated by paramedics before his short-lived joyride.
Ready, sleigh-dy, go as thousands pack Auckland's Queen St for glimpse of Father Christmas
Thousands have packed the city ready for Auckland's largest Santa Parade.
Auckland Santa Parade
Thousands have packed Auckland’s Queen St for the city’s Santa Parade that’s sure to bring a smile to kids from one to 92. Video / Alex Burton
Her baby’s headstone vanished. So this good Samaritan made her a new one.
In life, Jack Piggott-Newton says, 'we’re remembered for our actions'.
Auckland home invasion: Men shot point blank
Two men were held down and shot in their legs in the harrowing pre-dawn attack.
'Covered in blood': Relative of shooting victim describes attack
Police are investigating to establish the circumstances of the shooting.
'Huge thanks': Missing Auckland teen with Down syndrome found safe
Police say Eden was found overnight.
'Was a bit drunk': Thief returns cafe owner’s stolen truck with sorry note
Varun Chada couldn't believe it when his truck reappeared with a sorry note attached.
'It's pretty dumb': CRL boss on why there's 'no way' he'll guarantee a finish date
A completion date of mid-2026 is not guaranteed, according to City Rail Link execs.
Woman seriously assaulted in Mt Eden dairy robbery: Offender used bladed weapon
St John took the woman to Auckland City Hospital in a moderate condition after 4.40pm.
Head Hunter funeral: Police arrest at least two, find stolen bike during ride
Police promise no tolerance for unlawful activity from huge gang funeral ride.
Santa parade horror: Adult, kids pulled from car and assaulted after vehicle rolled into crowd
The incident happened as the parade travelled down Great North Rd.
Head Hunter funeral: Police helicopter follows 500km ride
Police promise no tolerance for unlawful activity from huge gang funeral ride.
'Made out of papier maché': Santa Parade floatmaker marks half century
Auckland's Santa Parade float maker Peter Taylor reminisces on his 50-y long career
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'Full circle moment': Warriors star Shaun Johnson to lead Santa Parade
The league legend has a new starring role.