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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.

Andrew Austin: Quiet goodbye amid history's moment

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.

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.

Palm Springs: Star spotting at a green desert hideaway

Andrew Austin soaks up Palm Springs.

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.

Andrew Austin: Making sense of the de Villiers era

Los Angeles: In search of the American dream

Andrew Austin compares his romantic image of LA with the real thing.

Andrew Austin: Boks the team to beat, but not to watch

Andrew Austin: Missed chance for Boks