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Haylani Kuruppu creates history at Miss Global beauty pageant
Miss Samoa Global makes history as the first runner-up in the Miss Global pageant.
Site of NZ's most infamous cult fails to sell
The 7.62ha site has been billed as an 'incomparable' Auckland development opportunity.
Kiwi volunteers help assess damaged schools in Vanuatu after Cyclone Lola
Three months after Tropical Cyclone Lola, dozens of schools remain uninhabitable.
Family holiday ruined after hero dad run over trying to stop thieves stealing his car
The Kannangara family were looking forward to a trip away to celebrate buying a home.
South Auckland hairstylist's ultimate call-up to braid hip hop royalty
Catheryne Matiasi is still on a high after her latest celebrity client, rapper Bizzy Bone.
Insurance payout limbo leaves father sleeping in van for work after house fire
The Vaganas were left with nothing after their Avondale home was destroyed by fire.
Missing Auckland teen: Third man charged with murder after police find body
Teenager Jayden Mamfredos-Nair has been missing since April last year.
When your son drowns at 18: ‘I don’t get to think about that future’
Her son made a 'fatal mistake' at dangerous beach, says mum in bid to stop more deaths.
Tongan sacred remains returned to island kingdom 150 years later
The remains include that of a 10-year-old boy taken from Tonga in 1875.
Heatwave hacks: Survival tips for a scorcher
Soaring overnight temperatures are impacting sleep patterns of many.
Funeral director urges Pacific families to save for funerals to avoid going into debt
Ese Tatupu says Pasifika should speak more openly about death - often a taboo topic.
Watch: 'Grab the camera': Great white shark circles boatie for over an hour
A shark expert says it appears the shark had been caught in a net and injured.
'None of us are free until all of us are free'
Michel Mulipola's unique Samoan-inspired Palestine flag was made to show his support.
One seriously hurt, road closed in multi-vehicle crash
Three vehicles involved in North Shore crash early this afternoon.
Residents evacuated after fire in high rise apartment building
Fire and Emergency sent a large crew to blaze on the 9th floor.
Rāhui in place, search continues for swimmer missing from popular beach
Surf life saver patrols in place south of where swimmer went missing.
Teenager dies after New Year's Day shooting in Manurewa
Two teenagers were found unresponsive in a vehicle in Manurewa on New Year's morning.
Two charged with arson after residential blaze near busy West Auckland junction
On arrival, fire crews found a double garage well involved in flames.
Road toll rises in holiday period's final hours
Witnesses called for help, but person couldn't be saved after Waikato crash.
Up to 80 dirt bike riders seen blocking Auckland intersections
A 14-year-old is one of four people arrested.
Muddy chaos plagues festivalgoers 'struggling to pull cars out' after New Year's downpour
Northern Bass Festivalgoers have been faced with a muddy mess.
Police seeking witnesses to South Auckland shooting that left two people critical
Police and emergency services were called to the suburb early this morning.
Man suffers gunshot wound in Mt Roskill summit incident
Armed police, firefighters and St John staff were called to the scene early this morning.
Santa among hundreds evacuated during St Lukes fire alarm; supermarkets slammed
Santa among those forced from mall after fire alarm.
Early morning ram raid targets Auckland dairy just before Christmas
Staff left to clean up mess this morning as police investigate.
Jackpot: Meet the couple taking triplets home for Christmas
Couple marked one year together as new parents of three - yes, you read that right.
'It's hard every day': Parents find hope in fundraiser after son died taking LSD
Parents say they'll "do anything to bring awareness" about safe drug taking.
Summer in the 09: The best things to do in Auckland these holidays
Sticking around in the city? Enjoy tennis, penguins, music, family frolics, and more.
Pasifika social media influencers star in new zombie movie
"I feel like our humour is top tier and there’s just not enough of it online."