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JP accused of laundering $1.8m in scam proceeds appears in court, granted suppression
One of the JP's alleged victims lost $1m in the scam, according to court documents.
'We will miss your beautiful smile': Tribute to teen killed in Muriwai Beach crash
Madison Chamberlain was killed in a ute crash on Sunday.
Auckland police seek sightings of missing 15-year-old Jadeleigh
Jadeleigh has been missing three days and police want anyone who sees her to phone 111.
A few showers forecast for anniversary weekend unlikely to deter visitors
There are plenty of activities to do in the north rain or shine, leaders say.
'Demon' kills North Shore woman's cat
"To the evil devil that shot and killed our cat, may you rot in hell," pet owner says.
Six kids arrested after cruising in stolen cars
Police in Auckland have taken six youths into custody.
Worker critically injured on North Shore, roads closed
One person has been transported to hospital in a critical condition.
Flood-damaged homeowners targeted by looters, waiting for answers a year on
The buy-out process could, in some cases, take up to a decade.
‘Thank Christ it went that way’: Racing boss on scaffold collapse
Two $1m races, one $1.5m race to be run tomorrow night: upgrade showcases years of work.
Holiday rain, thunder on radar; Westland faces fresh flood threat, gales
MetService has issued a warning to Coasters.
Four men charged after 'violent' home invasion, car spiked twice in 100km police chase
Neighbour woke up to sounds of ‘shouting and fighting’.
Police led on 100km chase to Northland following reported shooting in Massey
A group of armed offenders fled police almost 100km to Northland after a reported shooting in the Auckland suburb of Massey overnight. Video / NZ Herald
Long weekend incoming: What to do with the kids over Auckland Anniversary weekend
The end of the holidays are nearing - here's how you can round off the summer with a bang.
'Cyclonic vortex' forecast to bring rain for weekend one year since deadly floods
Holiday hotspots around Coromandel and Northland would also see rain, hot temps up to 28C.
5-star hotel boss laments broken Auckland viaduct crossing bridge
Concerns raised about how people will get around over busy Anniversary Weekend.
'Kind of annoying' - what students think of new school cellphone ban
The ban will be fully in place in Term 2 of this year.
Watch: 'Chaotic' - witness films ‘massive crash’ on motorway overbridge
The crash caused major delays.
Rāhui lifted, vehicle access reopened after fatal Muriwai Beach crash
Police inquiries into the crash remain ongoing and no charges have been laid.
'I can't see': Prison officer acquitted of assaulting prisoner who later died after being pepper sprayed
The jury were not aware the prisoner later died.
'Still furious': More concertgoers claim they were victims to a concert parking hustler
Fans rue their decision in following directions of a man with a hand-painted parking sign.
Rain for Auckland Anniversary Weekend, one year since deadly floods
Holiday hotspots around Coromandel and Northland would also see rain, hot temps up to 28C.
Meth addict babysitter claims wheelchair tumble caused baby’s 60-plus injuries
The long-time criminal needed a wheelchair after fleeing police and crashing a motorbike.
$1.2 million property borrower sues Westpac over threatened mortgagee sale
The case cited information from a bank whistleblower, said to show internal discussions.
Minister talks up four-lane highway from Waikato to BOP
Construction kicked off today on the $43.5 million dollar Piarere roundabout.
'Cruel' rapist who targeted sex workers jailed for 10 years
Corey Murfitt silenced one victim by pushing her underwear into her mouth.
Man whose alleged comments sparked Auckland CBD chaos appears in court
Police swarmed Albert Park after the alleged false statement by the man.
No bullying, harassment of KFC worker, ERA rules
Two Lino family members took action against Restaurant Brands. Both lost, the ERA ruled.
'Very unstable weather': Cyclonic vortex forecast to arrive next week
The forecast comes one year after the Auckland Anniversary Weekend floods.
Investment scam: Auckland JP charged with 10 counts of money laundering worth nearly $1.8m
Police seized documents and computer equipment during a search at his home this week.
Barista sacked by text after raising alarm over non-paying customer
The problem started when Tom McNally noticed a customer at a table who hadn't paid.
Cultish symbols, mannequin parts, debris: The haunting state of a once-proud Auckland golf club
Locals are said to be "grieving" after seeing the state of the Gulf Harbour Country Club.
Inmate jailed for prison attack on former estate agent after being refused chicken
Aaron Drever's face was slashed open with a metal hook in the prison kitchen.
International rugby player killed endangered NZ birds and boasted on Instagram
'We f**kn love birds ay.'