Andrew Austin is the editor of Hawke's Bay Today
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ABs fan in Boks' heartland
On a street in a suburb of the South African coastal city of East London is the unusual sight of a big brick wall with the slogan Mighty All Blacks.
Andrew Austin: Mandela given impressive send-off despite mix-ups
South Africa has successfully pulled off one of the most important events it will ever host, and with some style, writes Andrew Austin.
Full honours for Mandela's farewell
South Africa put on a display of military might as Nelson Mandela was laid to rest in his home village of Qunu.
Mandela's body arrives in Qunu
Nelson Mandela made one final trip home to the little village of Qunu in Transkei, South Africa when his body was transported in a military procession.
Andrew Austin: Loving the best of both worlds
A return to South Africa triggers deep thoughts - can one person have two homelands?
Andrew Austin: Still a long walk to freedom
For many years, the cry was: "What will happen to South Africa after Mandela?" That time has come.
Sharples' serendipitous superstar sit-down
On a sombre day when he viewed Nelson Mandela's body lying in state, Dr Pita Sharples also had an encounter with two superstars.
Andrew Austin: Politics mixed up with mourning
This has been a difficult task for the South African Government as it had to follow protocols and ensure that the various dignitaries were given the proper welcome, writes Andrew Austin.
Memorial service farewells Madiba
Nelson Mandela the peacemaker has achieved something in his death that had not been seen before. A US President shook hands with a President of Cuba.
America: You can bet on Las Vegas
Andrew Austin finds fun, glamour and plain working folk in America's gambling capital.
Las Vegas without the pokie machines
A new hotel in pokie city caters for travellers wanting a quiet night, writes Andrew Austin.
Los Angeles: In search of the American dream
Andrew Austin compares his romantic image of LA with the real thing.
USA: Digging deep in Vegas
Amid the glitter of gambling's capital city, Andrew Austin finds a different way to spend money and have fun.
1995: The drop goal that helped heal a nation
South Africans of every colour got behind their team for the Cup, writes Andrew Austin
Kiwis descend on Las Vegas for Grabaseat's 5th birthday
A Las Vegas casino resort took on a Kiwi flavour this week when top band Opshop played in front of about 600 New Zealanders.
Andrew Austin: That's one for the Boks
Just because Mandela and the Springboks are the heroes, does not mean that the All Blacks were the enemy.