Articles relating to paranormal occurrences, sightings, events and creatures from around the world, documented by Haunted Auckland and our team of international contributors.
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Opinions and TheoriesHi all, I wanted to jump in and offer a little "pep Read more...
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Opinions and Theories, True Ghost StoriesWhen my daughter was about 5-6 months old, we used to have our baby's toys out in the lounge. As I'm so OCD, I have to make sure the toys are Read more...
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Locations of Interest, Opinions and Theories, Paranormal New ZealandWe often get people emailing or messaging us, (or myself directly) with strange occurrences they have experienced while traveling around, staying in Read more...
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Opinions and Theories"And if you gaze long enough into an abyss, the abyss will gaze back into you." - Freidrich Nietzsche For those of you who’ve managed to Read more...
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Opinions and TheoriesNo introduction is needed in the Paranormal community when it comes to Ed and Lorraine Warren who I viewed as icons. It’s no secret I have been a fan Read more...
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Haunted Auckland Updates, Opinions and TheoriesHere's where our online presence began! Going through old files I found this old header logo piece from my old blog/ news/ website before forming Read more...
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Haunted Auckland Updates, Opinions and TheoriesWell, it needs to be done. A little celebration and acknowledgment of longevity. Credit, where credit is due. This year marks 10 years since Sam Read more...
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Opinions and TheoriesWe are often asked about how we review our footage. After a long overnight session, what is the process we use to analyze and review the video we Read more...
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Opinions and Theories, Supernatural NewsHave you ever listened to Andy Williams sing “it’s the Most Wonderful Time of the year” and heard the Lyrics: "There'll be parties for Read more...
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Book Reviews, Opinions and TheoriesDisclaimer: This opinion might trigger some. It is based on my own personal opinion and does not reflect that of my team. Just watched this very Read more...
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Haunted Auckland Updates, Opinions and Theories, Paranormal New ZealandHere's a somewhat interesting one that caught me by surprise today whilst enjoying the 10 am session of the latest Mission Impossible movie. As I Read more...
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Haunted Auckland Updates, Opinions and Theories, United KingdomI'm over in the UK at the moment and was SO excited to go on a Most Haunted event and meet the amazing Yvette Fielding and Glen Hunt. They say to Read more...
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Opinions and TheoriesDisclosure-This may be one of my most controversial writing pieces yet. So, if the content offends you, or your beliefs in any way, know that Read more...
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Haunted Auckland Updates, News Articles, Opinions and TheoriesWas going through a few old CD-Rs and stumbled upon a few archived recordings of an internet radio show I used to listen to almost daily, (pretty Read more...
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Australia, Cryptozoology, Cryptozoology News, Haunted Auckland Updates, News Articles, Opinions and TheoriesA sad day today to hear of the passing of possibly my biggest and earliest inspiration, influence and childhood hero when it comes to my love of Read more...
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Opinions and TheoriesWho still practices these? and how reliable are they? It’s no secret I am a huge sceptic when it comes to using any sort of scrying technique in the Read more...
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Opinions and TheoriesWhat are trigger objects? What is their purpose? And do they really work? Among the various strenuous, boring, and time-consuming methods Paranormal Read more...
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Opinions and TheoriesCould we be creating our own monsters? In my previous post Part 1 of “Back to the drawing board” I proposed a theory that paranormal phenomena could Read more...
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Haunted Auckland Events, Opinions and TheoriesJust wanted to say a big thank you to all those that came out today to see/hear me speak at the Auckland City Library as part of the Yokai Parade Read more...
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Haunted Auckland Updates, Opinions and Theories, Paranormal New ZealandSam and I were invited to the special VIP opening event for the superb Yokai Parade: Supernatural monsters from Japan exhibition, which I'll be Read more...
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Opinions and TheoriesI wrote a post a while ago titled “The missing link” where I questioned what sufficed as potential paranormal evidence. How do we rate our Read more...
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Opinions and TheoriesI have been a paranormal investigator for over a decade now and I have conducted hundreds of investigations over that time, however, it is safe to Read more...
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America, International Paranormal, InvestigationsAbout Waverly Hills: The Waverly Hills Sanatorium is a former sanatorium located in Louisville, Kentucky, USA. The building that stands today was Read more...
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America, International Paranormal, InvestigationsHall House Hall house is a double-storied brick house located in Glasgow, Kentucky in the USA, built in 1852. During the American Civil war, it was Read more...
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Ghost Hunting, Opinions and TheoriesSolo - adjective. ''Done by one person alone; unaccompanied.'' Vigil - noun. ''A period of keeping awake during the time usually spent asleep, Read more...
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Haunted Objects, Hauntings, Private ResidencesWe have a room here full of items passed on to us by people In similar situations. I've adopted quite a few haunted or cursed items through the Read more...
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Investigations, Opinions and Theories, Religion and Faith NewsSpiritual attacks can manifest in many shapes and forms. It can be subtle yet brutal. The fact is most people don’t even know or realize when they Read more...
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Book Reviews, Hauntings, Opinions and TheoriesThought I'd share a couple of books I purchased back in the early 90s from a very old, used book store, whilst traveling around France. I stumbled Read more...
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Australian Cemeteries, Cemeteries, International ParanormalThe Norfolk Island Cemetery has been used to lay locals to rest for over 200 years; the tombstones are a 'who's who of local history and families. Read more...
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Opinions and TheoriesI have written previously in the past about topics such as demonic possession, shadow people, and even altered dimensions, which brings me to my Read more...
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Hauntings, Opinions and TheoriesIt is no secret the reputability of the work done by many paranormal Investigators and research associations has been significantly tarnished over a Read more...
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Opinions and TheoriesOne of life’s biggest mysteries is the existence of life after death. It’s a controversial subject for many and a huge challenge for researchers and Read more...
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Investigations, Opinions and Theories, Religion and Faith NewsThe general consensus surrounding the phenomena of demon possession appears to differ over a broad range of cultures, religions, and beliefs. Not Read more...
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Book Reviews, Haunted Auckland Updates, Opinions and TheoriesI love finding a new podcast and was super excited to find one that not only discusses the paranormal but is also chocka full of actual Read more...
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Historic Buildings, Locations of Interest, Opinions and Theories, Paranormal New Zealand, Urban LegendsAn entry from Mark Wallbank's Haunted New Zealand Roadtrip book. (New Holland Publishing) The time-old tradition of tooting the car horn whilst Read more...
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Cryptozoology, Kiwi CryptidsIn Māori tradition, the Maero (or Mohoao) are an iwi-atua or supernatural people from New Zealand. They are sometimes described as giants and they Read more...
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Hauntings, Opinions and Theories, Paranormal New ZealandFollowing a death, Māori custom requires the body of the dead to be returned to its whānau (family) as soon as possible. The whānau is then called Read more...
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Haunted Auckland Updates, Ufology, Ufology NewsPatient Seventeen - Documentary - 2017. Alien abductions and the idea of extraterrestrial inference within our planet and population, via mysterious Read more...
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Haunted Auckland Updates, Opinions and TheoriesSocial media, we all get into it in some form these days. Be it discussion communities, video channels, podcasts... Facebook, YouTube, Instagram, Read more...
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Haunted Auckland Updates, Opinions and TheoriesHAPPY KRAMPUS DAY! Today is Krampus Day, when many around the world celebrate an entity that appeals to my own twisted tastes more than that Read more...
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Haunted Locations, Locations of Interest, Opinions and TheoriesAbbey & Hazel’s first Haunted Auckland overnighter, a spot along the coast of ghosts. - By Hazel - Haunted Auckland. I am not one to pass up on Read more...
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Australia, Book Reviews, Opinions and Theories, Resources, Supernatural NewsThis arrived in the post the other day. Been wanting to read it since I first heard rumblings it was being written. I've never been to Aradale yet, Read more...
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Opinions and TheoriesSometimes being the kid of a paranormal investigator can be tough! My 10-year-old Kaia, has been convinced that our house is haunted for the past Read more...
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Hauntings, Paranormal New Zealand, True Ghost Stories, Urban LegendsIn 2010, we began our research and Read more...
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Haunted Locations, Hauntings, Paranormal New Zealand, True Ghost StoriesIn Palmerston North's old Carlton Hotel, late at night on July 23, 1998, a cleaner named "Jazz" Hayes, working late, heard a woman screaming Read more...
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America, Cryptozoology, Cryptozoology News, International Paranormal, Kiwi CryptidsVery sad waking to the news that a good friend and valued Crypto-researcher has passed away. Respected aquatic cryptid researcher Scott Mardis Read more...
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Haunted Locations, Hauntings, Historic Buildings, Hotels and Businesses, Locations of InterestFamous Flora's, one of Auckland's most colourful and dynamic brothels, had occupied a building on Pitt Street for over 30 years when it closed in Read more...
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Ghost Hunting, Haunted Auckland EventsWe regularly have people in contact with us, interested in joining the team and wanting to get more involved with the type of research we do. There Read more...
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Haunted Auckland Updates, Opinions and TheoriesIm often asked about the beginnings of Haunted Auckland and how we got together. The team's roots go way back, creating some very deep and solid Read more...
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Ghost Hunting, Opinions and Theories, ResourcesTell us what you really think? Tonight (like last week) could be semi-controversial. Spirit Box, Ghost box, Frank's Box - whatever name you use Read more...
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Ghost Hunting, Hauntings, Opinions and TheoriesYes, or No? This week's "Tell us what you really think" is a simple one; yet can still be a rather controversial topic depending on who you Read more...
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Ghost Hunting, Opinions and Theories, ResourcesHere’s a helpful tip from us to you. If you’re trying to elicit a response from an alleged spirit resident, we suggest you follow these three Read more...
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Haunted Locations, Hauntings, Opinions and Theories, UncategorizedSo......What does a ghost look like anyway? Tell us what you really think about the Newby Church Monk. The ‘Newby Monk’ (otherwise known as the Read more...
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Cryptozoology, Hauntings, Investigations, Locations of Interest, Paranormal New Zealand, Uncategorized, Urban LegendsRecently, whilst travelling down South I went on a bit of a mission to try and find a little known about, secretly hidden and covertly Read more...
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Cryptozoology, Opinions and TheoriesTell us what you really think. This Monday evening we take a step away from the famous ghost photos and take a dive right into the world of Read more...
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Haunted Objects, Opinions and TheoriesInteresting recent discovery! About 25 or so years ago (around 1995 I think) a woman came into the music store I was running at the time, situated Read more...
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Opinions and TheoriesI must admit that I have been a little disillusioned at times during my research. I go online and all I read and see are stories of teams making Read more...
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Haunted Auckland Updates, Hauntings, Opinions and Theories, UncategorizedTell us what you really think This week another classic... Lord Combermere's ghost photo The 2nd Viscount Combermere became a posthumous celebrity Read more...
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Ghost Hunting, Haunted Auckland Updates, Opinions and Theories, UncategorizedHappy National Paranormal Day! Cheers to all the hardworking and top-notch teams and researchers out Read more...
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Ghost Hunting, Haunted Locations, Historic Buildings, Investigations, Lake House Arts CentreAnother return visit to one of our fav' local haunts, the LakeHouse Art Centre. Always a pleasure to get back there to try out new experiments, Read more...
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Ghost Hunting, Haunted Auckland Updates, Opinions and Theories, UncategorizedHi to all. Just wanted to jump on with a Shout- out, to commend and applaud all those paranormal teams, worldwide, that are doing the hard yards and Read more...
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Haunted Auckland Updates, Hauntings, Opinions and Theories, UncategorizedAnother Monday and another entry into "Tell us what you really think" So, this week...Tell us what you really think about... The Solway Firth Read more...
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Haunted Locations, Hauntings, Opinions and Theories, True Ghost Stories, Urban LegendsOn our way to St Bathans to investigate the notoriously haunted Vulcan Hotel, we stopped in at the Muddy Creek Cafe in Omakau, for a fish and chip Read more...
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Haunted Objects, Opinions and TheoriesI get given items often these days. Maybe a little too often. Items that have been either gifted, inherited from a deceased family member, or Read more...
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Kiwi Cryptids, Opinions and Theories, True Ghost StoriesOn several occasions while walking and driving through thick native and isolated bush around New Zealand, my partner (Kel) and I have Read more...
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Opinions and Theories, True Ghost StoriesIt is never easy losing a loved one. Grief hits us all in different ways, but for most of us the concept of continuing life without that person and Read more...
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Hauntings, Opinions and Theories, True Ghost StoriesWhen my daughter turned one, we moved into a deceased estate, complete with a wildly overgrown garden, multiple extensions and the smell of a year of Read more...
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Cemeteries, Haunted Locations, Hauntings, True Ghost Stories, Urban LegendsThere are stories that tell of a mysterious alleged ghost ''bride'', that is witnessed from time to time standing , or wandering along the railway Read more...
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Hauntings, Opinions and Theories, True Ghost StoriesFor those Read more...
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Opinions and TheoriesFor paranormal research to be taken seriously as a science, those of us in the field will need to be the ones who bring it to the point that we can Read more...
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Opinions and TheoriesSome investigations end up being Read more...
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Haunted Locations, Historic Buildings, Hotels and Businesses, Investigations, Opinions and Theories, Paranormal New Zealand, True Ghost StoriesI thought I'd share this here. It's a chapter from my Haunted New Zealand Roadtrip book on an intriguing old histoical Pub / Hotel down in the Read more...
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Haunted Auckland Updates, Opinions and TheoriesHey everyone, just thought I'd jump in here and touch base, as I know it's been a trying and testing time for many out there. Please stay Read more...
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Ghost Hunting, Opinions and TheoriesBeing part of a Paranormal research Investigating team myself for many years now, this has allowed me to not only deal with people from all walks Read more...
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Australia, Hauntings, News Articles, Opinions and Theories, ResourcesA huge hug and a mighty loud shout-out to a great mate over in Australia, who has been doing great things within the paranormal field over there. Read more...
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Cryptozoology, Opinions and Theories, ResourcesPUBLISHED 1993 In the upper reaches of the Congo River, there are many generation-transcending stories of an actual living dinosaur named Read more...
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Haunted Auckland Updates, Opinions and TheoriesSlaughterama Magazine - Issue Read more...
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Haunted Locations, Hauntings, Investigations, Locations of Interest, Paranormal New Zealand, Urban LegendsWhatipu is a remote beach on the rough and rugged West Auckland coastal bay, at the southern end of the Waitakere Ranges. Swimming there is Read more...
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Opinions and TheoriesThe following image was submitted to the NZ Paranormal Research discussion group. It shows a sleeping child with a light anomaly in the upper right Read more...
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Cryptozoology, Kiwi Cryptids, Locations of Interest, Opinions and Theories, Supernatural News, Urban LegendsJust recieved this book in the post. It's a story I've loved for a while now, as it tells the chilling folkloric story of human interaction Read more...
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Hauntings, Investigations, Paranormal New Zealand, True Ghost Stories, Urban LegendsOne historic ghostly Read more...
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Opinions and TheoriesHave you ever looked in a mirror at night and seen a stranger's face staring back at you? [caption id="attachment_22491" align="alignright" Read more...
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Haunted Auckland Updates, Kiwi Cryptids, Opinions and TheoriesAs a researcher of Cryptids (mysterious and elusive animals that avoid study), I am fascinated by all rare creatures, be they considered folkloric or Read more...
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Haunted Auckland Updates, Opinions and Theories, Paranormal New ZealandAn occasional web series from Haunted Auckland, featuring paranormal based banter with other like-minded researchers, team members and any random Read more...
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Hotels and Businesses, Locations of Interest, Opinions and TheoriesCan spirits attach themselves to an item or location? Can an object become cursed, possessed or haunted? How could an object store something like Read more...
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Haunted Auckland Updates, Hotels and Businesses, Opinions and TheoriesCan spirits attach themselves to an item or location? Can an object become cursed, possessed or haunted? If one item can hold an energy / curse / Read more...
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Haunted Auckland Updates, Opinions and Theories, Supernatural NewsIn the paranormal field, Ed and Lorraine Warren were already world-renowned legends, but it was thanks to James Wan’s The Conjuring (and its Read more...
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Locations of Interest, Opinions and Theories, True Ghost StoriesSo, here’s my story. It happened to me at work and for the life of me, I can’t figure it out! I told my wife about my little incident. She has Read more...
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Haunted Auckland Updates, Haunted Objects, Opinions and TheoriesA new addition to the ''haunted'' family arrived today; this one travelling up by courier from Christchurch. Not too much of a back story on Read more...
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Ghost Hunting, Haunted Auckland Updates, Opinions and TheoriesOk, this needs to be said. I've spent some of my time off, watching various paranormal team investigation videos on You Tube. Skimmed through Read more...
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Opinions and TheoriesNote This is just some of my own thoughts and doesn’t represent the opinions of Haunted Auckland. I’m not a physicist or a mathematician, so Read more...
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Hauntings, Investigations, Opinions and TheoriesI've always loved the look and concept of sheet ghosts. They were pretty much my first childhood view of a ghost and how they may or may not look. Read more...
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Hauntings, News Articles, Supernatural NewsBy Chris Morris Sarah Anderson does not want to spook the audience. But she is struggling to explain recent mysterious incidents inside Dunedin's Read more...
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Hauntings, News Articles, Supernatural NewsOur Hamilton based paranormalist buddy, Josh Carroll has managed to get the word out in a local business magazine. Check it out. It's a pretty Read more...
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Ghost Hunting, Hauntings, Opinions and TheoriesI'm often asked, "You've been doing this all your life now Mark, have you got any cool photos of ghosts?", and, "What's your best evidence?" My Read more...
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Cryptozoology, Kiwi CryptidsThere are stories that travel far back into Māori folklore, and forward to quite recently, of a mysterious entity, half man half goat, that has been Read more...
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Ghost Hunting, Opinions and TheoriesMany people who have a strong interest in the paranormal often ask how they can become a paranormal investigator. There is much you need to learn to Read more...
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Haunted Locations, Hauntings, United KingdomThe hospital was first built in 1794, when leeches were still seen as a legitimate way to treat illnesses. The hospital underwent major renovations Read more...
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Haunted Locations, Hauntings, United KingdomIn September 2017, I was privileged to gain a few hours access to investigate the notoriously haunted Number 30 East Drive in Pontefract, Read more...
