'He is the proudest little Samoan boy ever'
Ask 3-year-old Samson Salima what his name is and he will answer in Samoan - Samasoni.
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Samoan Language Week: Try 'talofa lava' this week
Give "talofa lava" a go in honour of Samoan Language Week.
Drive to get horses microchipped in the wake of Cyclone Gabrielle
Disappearance and death of horses during the storm highlighted the need for microchips.
NZ's animal-related deaths: 37 people killed in past 15 years - bees, elephant among list
The Coroner has released a list of animals, sharsk and insects that have proven deadly.
Four youths, as young as 12, arrested over spate of serious assaults in West Auckland
The arrests come after a spate of aggravated assaults in the wider New Lynn area.
Speed humps and roadside barriers a godsend to West Auckland school students
Six schools in a 1km area - why Kelston wants safety measures.
'Smell of gas' reported at West Auckland building, emergency services attend
A fire alarm was activated in a building in Henderson this afternoon.
The Crown Lynn Potteries was a whānau affair
Crown Lynn Pottery was a major employer in West Auckland.
Police investigation into Henderson death continues
A body was found at Riverpark Reserve at the end of Bittern Place about 12.40pm Sunday.
'Feels creepy': Residents react after body found in West Auckland reserve
The body was found at Bittern Place, police said.
Fire fighters on scene at industrial blaze in West Auckland
Fenz said the building was involved on arrival and have multiple fire trucks attending.
'Nobody stepped in': 13yo girl traumatised after attack by 20 kids at bus station
It is another in a series of incidents against teenagers at Auckland bus stations.
Attacked waiting for bus: Boy left bruised, needing psychological help
Police investigating two separate attacks within half an hour at West Auckland station.
'Everyone was panicking': Police hunting armed robbers after dramatic smash-and-grab
Customers barricaded themselves inside stores while others ran from the mall in panic.
Video of brutal Henderson bus stop attack shared on social media
The clip is another in a string of violent incidents near Auckland public transport.
‘So privileged’: Family remember couple killed by rogue ram
The couple became great-grandparents for the fifth time four days after their deaths.
'Special couple' farewelled after West Auckland ram killings
They were described as much-loved parents, grandparents and great-grandparents.
‘He was aggressive’: Ram that killed elderly couple belonged to neighbours
'We keep thinking, why didn’t we hear anything?' another neighbour said.
Motorist terrorised after accidentally merging into gang convoy en route to deadly attack
A short time later, patched Head Hunter Charles Pongi would be killed.
Police confirm Waitākere couple died from animal attack injuries
Police confronted the ram in the paddock before shooting it dead.
'Appalling guidance as a mother': Over-protective mum jailed for murderer son's false alibi
It wasn't the first time Donna Dodds tried to pervert justice for her wayward son.
'Pack a lot of punch': Why rams attack and why pet animals can be worse
Experts: It's not uncommon for farms to have one or two rams that like to charge.
'I do offer him forgiveness': Sister's emotional message to brother's killer
Brayden Towler sat with his head bowed and wearing a deflated look as she spoke.
Rogue ram kills couple in their West Auckland paddock
It is understood police believe the man went out to check on the ram and did not return.
Identity revealed of defendant accused of killing security guard at Auckland reserve
The victim was found dead at Royal Reserve in Massey a week before Christmas.
'The real work begins now' - Samoan community leader on citizenship bill
"The pioneers...we owe that to them, to put the record straight."
Police cordon off road in Clevedon as search warrant is carried out
Authorities are outside a property in rural Clevedon, South Auckland, this morning.
Drug addict used devastating 2023 storms to loot, wreck new homes
He also endangered an Air NZ flight. 'The potential for catastrophe was high,' judge said.
Bail for 56yo accused of attempted schoolgirl abduction
He allegedly tried to start a conversation with the girl before grabbing her.
Man arrested after attempt to abduct schoolgirl in West Auckland
Police said further charges could not be ruled out as the investigation continues.
Cross erected on post where Head Hunter had fatal bike crash
The cross commemorating Sam Rasmussen was erected over Easter.
Yolande Ah Chong, 55, remembered for championing Pacific communities
The broadcaster was known for her bubbly personality, humour and passion to help Pasifika.
SH16 reopened after serious crash, three injured
One person is seriously injured while two others have received moderate injuries.
"Unsettling': Man arrested after armed police descend on West Auckland road
A resident of Simpson Rd said she saw police with rifles guarding the cordon.