A stranger's generous gesture helps some Kiwis out of a dire situation in Italy.

A scavenger hunt in the Bay's best-kept secrets will help keep kids busy these holidays.

As Kiwis get fatter, the number of obesity surgeries is only "scratching the surface".

Loved-up Bachelor fiances Matilda Rice and Art Green are mooting a move to the Bay.

Brutal regime includes killer workouts that burn up to a 1000 calories a session.

Three Bay of Plenty-based photographers have dominated in this year's photographic awards.

Lifestyle writer Rachel Grunwell discovers a world of graffiti and street art in LA.

Mike Yardley moves to Maui for a mini-break.

Walking out deftly balances pervasive tension with tender moments of father-son dynamic.

Tauranga community group The Incubator will be at a national awards event.

News and new music from Boycrush, Unknown Mortal Orchestra and the Tipi Haere Tour.

A coast and highlands self-drive combo is a winning formula for a blissful roadie.

Peter Rabbit's attempt to appeal to the widest possible audience falls flat.

Marcia Ball latest album shows a voice that's experienced a lifetime or two in smoky bars.

Lydia Pense, who has been compared to Janis Joplin, will perform in Tauranga.

Mary Magdalene is a thought provoking movie that highlights the flaws of the church.

Mike Yardley jaunts to Northland for a South Pacific mini-break.

Karin remembers when a car tooted at her in the depths of breast cancer for the 2nd time.

Whose Water Are You is the theme of an art exhibition under development in Tauranga.

News and new music from Groeni, Marlon Williams, Ha the Unclear, Harry Parsons and more.

Nearly a baby a day for local primary birthing centre. Made with funding from NZ On Air.

Chris and Justine Tyerman took on more than bargained for when they came to Tschiertschen.

Mike Yardley takes on the impressive vistas of the Marlborough region.

Annihilation is a brooding, haunting, and at times quite scary sci-fi brain-burner.

Jimi Hendrix exited this mortal coil nearly 50 years ago, but his musical legacy lives on.

Child psychotherapist highlights the dangers of small children being addicted to devices.

The couple were once dubbed the John and Jackie Kennedy of Kiwi politics.

Stacey Roche celebrates her 40th by walking up Mauao. Made with funding from NZ On Air.

Taipa Village beckons as a soulful little refuge, away from bling bling fantasyland.

LAURILEE McMICHAEL spent her Christmas break tackling the Alps to Ocean Cycle Trail.