CrimeComments about pimples prompted 16yo murder defendant to help torture 17yo 'best friend'Dimetrius Pairama, 17, was forced to hang herself after hours of torture.18 Jul 01:52 AM
Crime'I did some bad things', 16yo accused of teen's torture and forced hanging told detectiveDimetrius Pairama, 17, was forced to hang herself five years ago this month.17 Jul 02:42 AM
Crime'I saw a dead body': Another child witness testifies at teen torture-murder trial, says defendant confessedDimetrius Pairama, 17, was tortured and forced to hang herself five years ago.12 Jul 07:49 AM
CrimeWitness: 'Unhinged' woman, not 16yo defendant, orchestrated murder of teen forced to hang herselfAuckland teen Dimetrius Pairama was tortured and killed five years ago.11 Jul 02:34 AM
Crime17yo forced to choose how to die: Witness changes testimony about defendant's appetite for killingMurder victim Dimetrius Pairama, 17, was forced to decide how she wanted to die.10 Jul 02:37 AM
CrimeFormer child witness returns to testify on fifth anniversary of teen's killingDimetrius Pairama, 17, was tortured and killed in South Auckland five years ago.07 Jul 05:25 AM
Crime'Hope you have a good life': Murder trial witness recalls slain teen's final wordsDimetrius Pairama's body was found inside a rusted steel drum five years ago this month.07 Jul 12:12 AM
CrimeChild witness outlined sadistic treatment of 17yo girl in final hours before murderDimetrius Pairama's body was found in a steel drum after she was forced to hang herself.06 Jul 07:07 AM
CrimeCrown says resentment over Facebook post resulted in murdered teen's blowtorch torture, forced hangingThe defendant was 17 at the time the crime was alleged to have taken place in 2018.03 Jul 05:31 AM
TalanoaSouth Auckland community rallies to save Ngā Hau Māngere birthing centreMums are sharing their experiences at a Māngere birthing clinic to help keep it open.26 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumAirlines'Tour de force' in heritage restoration wins Property Council awardSensitive refurbishment and amalgamation of the buildings takes prize.23 Jun 10:30 AM
RetailHow Villa Maria's new owner plans to take brand to next levelChief executive Duncan McFarlane says the business started to meet an 'insatiable demand'.23 Jun 05:12 AM
Talanoa'I want people to not only hear, but feel the story behind each song'Traditional Tongan music hits the stage in South Auckland this weekend.23 Jun 05:00 AM
New ZealandLandlord must pay $3500 after dumping evicted tenant's propertyThe discarded belongings include family photos and jewellery.22 Jun 07:00 AM
PremiumPremiumConstructionTwo multimillionaires sell Auckland supermarket in $30m+ dealA new 10-year lease gives the buyer a long-term income stream from the Australasian giant.16 Jun 02:00 AM
New ZealandWatch: School students' narrow escape as car drives along footpathThe students ran to safety as the car swerved and jumped the footpath.26 May 08:20 AM
CrimeJurors find gun enthusiast who shot at moving car with AR-15 guilty of murderCorrdon Femitiai Vailoa Esera brought the semi-automatic weapon from his home.04 May 11:28 PM
New ZealandPolice hunting hit and run vehicle that collided with pedestrian in MangereEmergency services were called to Massey Rd, between Thomas Rd and Plumley Cr, about 10pm.24 Apr 10:39 AM
KahuShe wanted to drive herself to church. At 77, she's now got her first licenceSepiuta Skudder, 77, passed her learners licence tests with flying colours.23 Apr 09:01 PM
CrimeMurder defendant who drove ex’s body to police station to keep name suppressedThe man approached the Manukau Police Station's front counter on December 30.20 Apr 04:56 AM
TravelFamily-friendly autumn walks in South AucklandBring your buggies, dogs and littlest legs, there's a walk here for everyone.18 Apr 02:00 AM
CrimeTeen shot in back of head with AR-15 had been driving down Auckland road - CrownMisiona Talafu Petelo, 19, died in October 2021 after he was taken to hospital.17 Apr 06:50 AM
KahuBetty-Anne Monga sets the tone for soul singing Kiwi musiciansBetty-Anne Monga is awarded a MNZM for services to music13 Apr 07:00 PM
CrimeCar-fall manslaughter: Longtime criminal returned to prison for causing man to jump out of vehicleMesi Teo's passenger felt jumping out of a moving vehicle was his safest option.26 Mar 11:41 PM
New ZealandChild dies after 'pool incident' at Auckland Airport hotelAttempts were made to resuscitate the child, but it was too late.22 Mar 10:31 PM
New ZealandPerson dead after ‘water-related incident’ in South AucklandPolice responded to the event shortly after 6pm this evening.22 Mar 10:07 AM
Crime'You killed my dad': Gang associate swerved car at father-of-10; family fumes over sentence“Is that all?” one of Kauri’s family members yelled as she stormed out of the courtroom.28 Feb 02:11 AM
CrimeKing Cobras shooting: Gang member's boss found 3D-printed semi-automatic gun at workplaceMonnier Time hid the 3D-printed semi-automatic pistol at work.22 Feb 10:06 PM
New ZealandMāngere residents stuck in waiting game after flood forces them from homesResidents hit by devastating floods are in limbo waiting for an update on their homes.09 Feb 07:01 AM
New ZealandTeens arrested after smashing into pizza shop to steal ice creamsSix teenagers have been arrested.05 Feb 06:16 PM
New ZealandAuckland floods - interactive map: How hard was your suburb hit?Data was supplied to the Herald by Fire & Emergency NZ and Auckland Emergency Management.04 Feb 05:15 PM
New ZealandWhere is Minka? Family cat missing from ‘luxury’ catteryPedigree cat goes missing from warehouse masquerading as luxury cattery.04 Feb 05:00 PM
EntertainmentShortland Street star turns Choirmaster in ASB theatre productionThe veteran actress, director and playwright is still pursuing her passion.04 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandTwo seriously injured in Auckland shootingTwo people seriously injured after shots were fired at a Māngere home last night.19 Jan 08:26 PM
