Paranormal Isles

In New Zealand in 1978, an unprecedented historic incident took place. UFO sightings have been reported in New Zealand since the 1900s, but this was the first time that a professional TV crew filmed and documented real UFO activity. Multiple people witnessed the event: the pilots, the camera crew, air traffic control and civilians on land. The government launched an investigation but came up with many alternative explanations regarding the cause of the lights. But those who were present that night, know what they saw… Special thanks: Dr Paul Davidson from Byte Size ProductionsFor pictures and more information, join us on social mediaFacebook | Twitter | InstagramResourcesThe Kaikoura UFOs 1978Crew remember the day UFO was spotted over Kaikōura 40 years onThe World Famous ‘Kaikoura Lights’ sightings of December 1978 Wikipedia1978 UFOs over New ZealandCreated by Angus King & Sonya LoweNarrated by Angus King

What if a whole area, in this case, an entire coastline, is a cursed and ghostly realm? Whatipu and the beaches along New Zealand’s West coast have had countless reports of strange incidents over the years. The Gibbons Homestead at Whatipu Lodge is said to be the home of a daytime apparition, The Pink Lady. The caves that used to host dances and parties are still echoing the sounds of laughter and conversation, decades later… Join Angus King as he explores the rich and varied stories – history and legend – of Whatipu.Would you dare stay there?Special thanks to our Guests:Mark Wallbank [Paranormal Investigator, Haunted Auckland]Barbara Caisley [Paranormal Investigator, Haunted New Zealand]For pictures and more information, join us on social mediaFacebook | Twitter | InstagramResourcesHaunted AucklandHauted Auckland’s Investigation 1Haunted Auckland’s Investigation 2Haunted Auckland’s Investigation 3Haunted NZWhatipu - Our HistoryExploring the coast of ghosts, Whatipu (Getting Lost NZ)The Whatipu cave dancesWhatipu LodgeAuckland Story 30 January - HMS OrpheusCape Reinga/Te Rerenga Wairua heritageWikipedia - WhatipuWikipedia - HMS OrpheusPiha Beach DisappearancesThree women who disappeared on Auckland’s West Coast beachesWhatipu - Our History Created by Angus King & Sonya LoweNarrated by Angus King

Bearing down on Dunedin is the hauntingly atmospheric Larnach Castle. Step into a real-life Gothic novel - drenched in tragedy, scandal and…ghosts! With frightening first-hand accounts, join host, Angus King as he explores the chilling history of New Zealand’s most haunted castle.Would you dare stay there?Special thanks to our Guests:Tracey Royce [Paranormal Investigator, Quantum Foundation New Zealand]Barbara Caisley [Haunted New Zealand]For pictures and more information, join us on social mediaFacebook | Twitter | InstagramResourcesQuantum FoundationHaunted NZHaunted AucklandHaunted castle high on a hillLarnach CastleGhost Hunters InternationalGhost pushed us – Larnach Castle tourist claimsOtago: Eerie episodes haunt Kiwi CastleWikipedia – Larnach CastleWikipedia – William LarnachThe Little House of HorrorsCreated by Angus King & Sonya LoweNarrated by Angus King

Join host Angus King as he explores the multitude of reported paranormal sightings at Wellington’s St James Theatre: a playful ghost named Yuri, believed to have been a Russian ballet dancer who fell to his death from the flies above the stage; the malevolent spirit with the screaming face; and a ghostly boys’ choir… Would you dare visit there?Special thanks to our Guest:·      James Gilberd [Paranormal Researcher, New Zealand Strange Occurrences Society]For pictures and more information, join us on social mediaFacebook | Twitter | InstagramResourcesNational Library NZ ArchivesWellington’s St James Theatre brought back to beautiful lifeWikipediaGhost HuntSt James Theatre (Little House of Horrors)St James Theatre (Venues Wellington)Created by Angus King & Sonya LoweNarrated by Angus King

Join host Angus King as he learns about the tragic history and current hauntings at the abandoned Kingseat Psychiatric Hospital. With more than 100 reported sightings of paranormal activity since the hospital closed its doors in the late 1990s, there is no shortage of ghostly stories. Would you dare visit there?Special thanks to our Guests:·      Mark Wallbank [Paranormal Investigator, Haunted Auckland]·      Tracey Royce [Case Manager, The Quantum Foundation]For pictures and more information, join us on social mediaFacebook | Twitter | InstagramResources:- WebsitesHaunted AucklandThe Quantum FoundationNew Zealand Strange Occurrences Society - ArticlesInside the haunted history of Spookers’ Kingseat HospitalBrother’s misery torments sisterScratch marks on walls, bars on windows, stains on floors…Wikipedia Created by Angus King & Sonya LoweNarrated by Angus King

Join host Angus King as he explores the history and legends of New Zealand’s most haunted hotel: Waitomo Caves Hotel. As ghost stories go, this eclectic hotel has it all: a whimpering princess, a giggling child, phantom waiters, a woman in a Victorian dress, and baths of blood. Would you dare stay there?Special thanks to our Guests:·      James Gilberd [Paranormal Researcher, New Zealand Strange Occurrences Society]·      Tracey Royce [Case Manager, The Quantum Foundation]·      Mark Wallbank [Paranormal Investigator, Haunted Auckland]For pictures and more information, join us on social mediaFacebook | Twitter | InstagramResources- WebsitesHaunted AucklandQuantum Foundation New ZealandNew Zealand Strange Occurrences Society- ArticlesNew Zealand’s spookiest storiesThe Waitomo Caves HotelWaikato’s most hauntedHaunted NZ LocationsHaunted by the memory of these visitsWikipedia Created by Angus King & Sonya LoweNarrated by Angus King

Coming 10 October - Paranormal IslesFrom the most haunted buildings to ghostly isles, and breathtaking UFO encounters... Join host Angus King as he relays spine-chilling stories of paranormal occurrences in Aotearoa, New Zealand, as reported by witnesses.