Hindu Board of NZ urges police to take action against Destiny Church’s Brian Tamaki over incendiary post
The Hindu Board of New Zealand this morning condemned Tamaki’s “inflammatory, defamatory and hate-fuelled video”, saying the comments…
Mark Mitchell dismisses inflammatory video from Destiny Church leader Brian Tamaki
“We are actively monitoring the situation and will continue to engage with community leaders to understand and respond…
Church Unlimited inquest: Pastor, property manager says church has nothing to hide after Helen Verry’s death
Tolley was appointed property manager of the church’s sprawling West Auckland site in 2013. He told the inquest…
Church Unlimited inquest: Pastor recalls moment roller door killed Helen Verry
Because of her administrative skills, a grieving Woollett was put in charge of the church’s response to Verry’s…
Brethren religious sect orders members to get rid of pets
One Brethren member who spoke to The Age anonymously said directives from the leadership are rare and her…
Former church leader sentenced in Manukau District Court for groping teenage relative
He defended one charge of doing an indecent act on a dependent family member under the age of…
Devonport Naval Base: NZDF silent on last private home overlooking site after $4.2m church purchase
While costly, the 2025 purchase seemed prudent, given security concerns and potential “espionage” threats arising from the property’s…
Brass eagle lectern damaged at St Peter’s Anglican church in Wellington
A note on the building’s front door says it must remain closed “due to some intentional damage done…
Uncertain times and empty tombs: An Easter message from Auckland’s church leaders
That might feel familiar. We live in a time where many promises feel fragile. We’ve come through years…
Easter miracle? NZ churches claim youth attendance boom in global ‘Quiet Revival’
In July 2024, for reasons he still struggles to explain, Taiaroa became interested in Christianity. A descendant of…
Hamilton man Justin Ponga worked with ‘friend from church’ to launder money for bank scammers
While he avoided jail time, Judge Nevin Dawson warned him that, if he returned to court with further…
Defence Force pays $4.2m for renovated Devonport church overlooking naval base, warships
The deal is shrouded in secrecy. The Herald has confirmed that non-disclosure “gag” agreements have been signed between…