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Chinese spiritual group Falun Dafa participated in Santa parades around the North Island.
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'Wonderful legacy': 'Mr Fixit', 86, donates quirky novelty bikes
Lex Spencer has donated seven novelty bikes to Ecomatters in Auckland.
Home detention for ex-Killer Beez member who planned rogue hit on rival gang member
The judge said the defendant has a tough road ahead after handing in his patch.
Businessman acquitted on all charges in strangulation case
The jury was asked to weigh whether it was a case of strangulation or self-defence.
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'He’s a legend in the game, so in his territory is the one to go for.'
'This is how we do it': Latest 90s hitmakers added to Juicy Fest line up
Juicy Fest is a one-day festival, scheduled for four NZ shows.
Revealed: What it will cost to travel on NZ's three new toll roads
A suite of rates has been unveiled, depending on when and how far you travel.
Room full of guns discovered in West Auckland home
Police seized 15 firearms, two of which were later established as being air rifles.
Warriors CEO on what PNG team means for second NZ-based NRL side
'I think there’s a great opportunity on the South Island.'
Fateful call: Skipper told sandbar decision 'the one you regret the most'
Kevin McQuire pleaded guilty earlier this year over Clarks Beach boating tragedy.
Auckland teen girl found ‘safe and well’ after missing for nearly a week
She was found after police made a public appeal for sightings.
'Shaken': Search for witnesses after school swimming centre carpark incident
The pedestrian suffered concussion and bruising.
Wynyard Crossing Bridge has reopened
The Wynyard Crossing Bridge in Auckland's Viaduct Harbour is working for the first time since March. Video / Alyse Wright
Bridge reopens: Businesses hopeful Wynyard Quarter link will bring patrons back
The fix has cost at least $10.6m. The bridge cost $3.7m to build in 2011.
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The hardware store video sparked debate on social media.
Watch: On-duty police officers filmed on stripper pole, investigation under way
'There are very clear guidelines about what is acceptable behaviour.'
The conversation that laid plans for NZ's newest UFC athlete
After thoughts of taking his career abroad were scrapped, Navajo Stirling took a new path.
Was it strangulation or self-defence? Jury retires in high society Auckland trial
Ron Mansfield KC has suggested the woman wanted evidence to support a $100,000 claim.
Franklin Road lights up for Christmas
The regular date on the Auckland Christmas calendar is back with a few changes.
Person in serious condition after fleeing driver crashes into truck in South Auckland
Fire and Emergency sent three fire engines to the Lambie Dr just after 1.26pm today.
Teen missing after travelling to Auckland’s K Rd
The 16yo was believed to be in the K Rd area, around downtown Auckland, police say.
Auckland woman 'over the moon' after reunion with stolen dog – three years later
De-Anna Kitto is reunited with her missing dog Baby after 3 years, thanks to a microchip.
'Thoughtless act': Police appeal after preschool robbery leaves kids without playground
Police are asking the robbers to think about the children and return the equipment.
Receivers, liquidator in charge of Rotorua's Mountview Green final stages
Receiver says 22 homes completed, not settled; 20 more in various stages of construction.
Microsoft opens giant data centre in NZ, owned by an Irish subsidiary: Where it is and what it cost
PLUS: The tech giant raises its pricing.
Cultural issues at Fire and Emergency NZ and replacement ferries due in 2029 | NZ Herald News Update
Cultural issues within Fire and Emergency NZ have been addressed and the Government has announced its plan for replacement ferries to begin service in 2029. Video / NZ Herald
Thunderstorms, downpours threaten North Island, Auckland under heavy rain watch
There is a risk of localised heavy downpours in Auckland.
Letters: Time to reassess costs and benefits of climate policy
OPINION: 'We in New Zealand are an outlier and understandably running out of patience'.
Tropical Xmas party awaits 200 Auckland Council staff hours after vote to scrap their organisation
Abolishing Eke Panuku is part of Mayor Wayne Brown's CCO reforms.
Society Insider: Banks and Lady Chambers - friends or something more? Former TV star’s dad's assisted dying wish
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Deluges forecast for North Island, Auckland faces thunderstorms and muggy temperatures
Akl forecast to hit 24C tomorrow, 26C on Fri. Hastings could reach 30C in weekend.
Air NZ searching for mystery traveller following event at Auckland Airport
The airline's Grabaseat team has asked the community to help identify the traveller.