'The cruellest injustice': Abuser jailed but victim will never be free of the damage he caused
The victim was lured into a game of hide-and-seek that ended her childhood.
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Ōrākei house fire: One seriously injured
Firefighters have responded to a house fire in Ōrākei this morning, with one person taken to hospital in serious condition and another treated at the scene for injuries.
Alleged early morning assault lands man in court after victim took himself to hospital
Armed police on the scene in Massey surrounded a truck after a reported shooting.
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Peter Prescott will now have more added to his debt after another failed attempt at court.
Ex-Files: Do I have to send my children back to Australia?
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Firefighters battle Ōrākei house fire, one person seriously injured
Emergency services were called to the blaze at 9.45am.
Victim's $60k nest egg locked in money-laundering battle
Min Hu is one of 14 legitimate and innocent investors who are owed nearly $1.5m.
SAS soldier's miraculous survival after 100km/h skydiving crash
A skydiving crash nearly took Jono Magee's life. This is how he was saved.
Meet the women suspected of murder in Agatha Christie's most famous whodunnit
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Steve Braunias reviews the documentary of the trial of the century.
Mum-of-eight graduates with degree earned during cancer treatment
Parata studied during chemotherapy, often logging in from Auckland Hospital.
The one that got away: How ex-Warrior became a Storm star
'He’s been one of our best buys in recent times,' the Storm director of football said.
‘Disgustingly false’: Mum slams coroner, mental health response after ‘traumatising’ suicide
Mother disappointed by coroner’s report; says concerns not addressed.
Philip Polkinghorne claims Covid-19 vaccine led to wife's death
Ex-eye doctor – acquitted of murdering wife last year – spoke extensively for documentary.
Sunny start to school holidays for NZ but heavy rain could move in from Wednesday
School kids should be able to get outside for today and tomorrow's start to the holidays.
Racing powerhouse: Te Akau scores big with Dream Of The Moon win
Dream Of The Moon secured a decisive three-and-a-quarter length victory.
Auckland FC fight back for gritty A-League draw
Auckland FC were 2-0 down after 32 minutes before producing their comeback.
Blues go back-to-back as Super Rugby Aupiki champions
The Blues prevailed to earn the title and a match against the Australian champion Waratahs
Acclaimed Māori artist Robyn Kahukiwa has died
Kahukiwa was known for her bold depictions of Māori figures.
Well-known Auckland artist used baby as decoy in prison drug-smuggling attempt
Visiting hours included a cuddle, a hug and multiple pills stuffed down an inmate's shirt.
Blues hammer Moana Pasifika to claim Super Rugby's battle for Auckland
The 2024 champions proved their season is far from done.
Mehzebeen takes Hawke’s Bay Cup
Lily Sutherland's bold ride led Mehzebeen to victory at the Hawke’s Bay Cup.
Paw patrol: Auckland Council's team against dog attacks
More than 20,000 roaming dogs were reported to Auckland Council last year.
Lest we forget: Afghan war hero finally honoured with public memorial
Rory Malone died in 2012 and a memorial has finally been held for him in Riverhead today.
One critical in apartment fire in Pakūranga
A person is critical after being rescued from an apartment building in Pakūranga.
‘Unworthy of belief’: A judge didn't believe one man's story, but the higher courts did
Now Tony Harrison's arson conviction has been quashed.
TikTok dance sensation siblings seek glory for NZ at world champs
Auckland is set to become the epicenter of global dance this weekend.
'Your actions were deliberate': Driver leaves couple's lives shattered in horror crash
Driver crashed into the victims head-on, flipping their car and injuring seven people.
'Couldn't get his story straight': Playboy businessman's fall from grace
Prosecutors claim New Zealand victims bankrolled private jet and a Spanish football club.
'No words to say': Family mourn 6yo boy who died after routine tonsil surgery
The boy will be farewelled on Saturday at a 'celebration of life' ceremony.
Lorde gave a phone number to fans: Here’s what happened when they texted it
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Bruce Cotterill: US tariffs won't rattle NZ's market confidence
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‘Bizarre’: Lawyer says he can't remember why he deceived client, forged court docs
Benjamin Wong's lawyer: 'It is difficult to conceive of an explanation that makes sense.'
Auckland rail faces 16-day shutdown for major upgrades
Replacement buses will run alongside regular services during the closure.