The return of a Pride Parade to Auckland has been declared a fabulous success. Twelve years after Hero died, Ponsonby Road has seen the return of strutting drag queens, two-mum families and hairy gay men known affectionately as "bears" - who even brought their own Goldilocks. Thousands of people lined the streets to watch the floats go by and shouted, waved and cheered.
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Thousands mourn the death of Kīngi Tūheitia
Thousands of mourners from across the country gathered today at Tūrangawaewae Marae for the funeral of Kīngi Tūheitia. Video / Carson Bluck
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All Blacks v South Africa: How to avoid another loss
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Thousands gather at Tūrangawaewae marae for Māori King’s tangi
Thousands have gathered at Tūrangawaewae marae for Māori King’s tangi and the announcement of the new Māori Queen. Video | Carson Bluck
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Watch Live: Kīngi Tūheitia tangi
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Politicians pay respects to Māori King Tūheitia
Numerous politicians were among the crowd at Tūrangawaewae Marae to mourn the passing of Māori King Tūheitia.
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Car hits power pole, electricity out in Onehunga
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Gang law concerns and Ukraine attack | Focus Morning Bulletin September 4, 2024
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Two workers suffer electric shock at Parnell rail station
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NZDF lends a hand at King Tūheitia's funeral
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Kea Kids News: Kid’s musical theatre talent overcomes bullying, Tourette’s, and more
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Who will be the Māori King's successor?
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Tūrangawaewae Marae kitchen in full swing for Māori King Tūheitia's funeral
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Focus: Transport Minister announces lift to speed limit on Kāpiti Expressway
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Financial stress and Cathedral Cove reopening | Focus Morning Bulletin September 3, 2024
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Market Watch: Risks to watch as we head into Wall Street’s high crash zone
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Kea Kids News: Waikato boy gives new shine to old tractors
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Loved ones remember slain scientist Stephen Thorpe
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Focus: Simeon Brown presents National Land Transport Programme
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Focus Live: Simeon Brown presents 2024-27 National Land Transport programme
Simeon Brown presents 2024-27 National Land Transport programme
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Forensic teams and cordons remain in Onehunga
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‘Do the right thing’: Police to those who know who killed Ariki Rigby
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Boy dies following assault in Hamilton
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Doctors’ wait times and coffee costs | Focus Morning Bulletin September 2, 2024
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Celebrity Treasure Island sneak peek
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Kea Kids News: Little Ref is making big calls on the rugby pitch
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