AucklandFire crews rush to reports of flames at Auckland city hotelFirefighters were directing water at the Hotel Grand Chancellor's upper facade.21 Jan 08:17 AM
TravelThis time of year is the absolute best for cruising EuropeNo crowds, lower prices and iconic attractions all to yourself. 21 Jan 05:00 AM
PremiumPremiumPropertyWynyard Quarter residents decry 'indefensible' 23-storey waterfront building plansPlans submitted for fast-track refer to the project's height as being a marker and a plus.20 Jan 04:03 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Kiwis chasing Aussie dream might need a reality check before they goOPINION: Big numbers are heading overseas but some Kiwis are coming back broke and broken.20 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumTravelThe Thai island escape that’s an antidote to ‘White Lotus’ frenzyKoh Lan sits just a 20-minute boat ride from Pattaya’s neon-soaked strips.20 Jan 07:00 AM
TravelFive Melbourne neighbourhoods to eat, drink and explore like a localFrom Richmond’s wine bars to Sydney Rd’s op shops, each area has its own vibe.20 Jan 12:38 AM
PremiumPremiumProperty'Can't quite believe it': Man wins $599,000 Christchurch houseJoe Leggat was given a box containing his prize ... keys to a new house.19 Jan 09:51 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAnne GibsonProperty Insider: Two projects set to launch worth $3b signal an incredible year for the industryOuch. Turning down an invitation to the ceremony marking the $2b Mainland event hurt. 19 Jan 07:00 PM
Travel newsTravel deals: Qatar Airways sale, Danube River cruise, Morocco tour, Fiji getaway and Melbourne musicalYour guide to the latest flight sales, cruises, tours and island escapes.19 Jan 04:00 PM
TravelTaupō’s quiet magic: Why the lake town deserves a second lookWhile most tourists head to Rotorua or Queenstown, those in the know will beeline here.17 Jan 07:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandThe Queenstown paradox: More homes are being built, but fewer are being lived inBuildings are going up at a faster rate in the region than almost anywhere in the country.17 Jan 02:00 AM
PremiumPremiumPropertyQT Auckland hotel and former Queenstown backpackers sold to foreignersCBRE agents have made deals totalling $118.5 million.16 Jan 03:19 AM
TravelWhy you should make Alaska your next US travel destinationAlaska offers what many can only dream of: solitude.14 Jan 05:00 AM
PremiumPremiumPropertyOn the up: Multi-unit dwellings push residential consents aheadAlmost 36,000 homes consented in year to November.13 Jan 11:26 PM
TravelInside Hawke’s Bay’s luxury farm retreat at Cape KidnappersSet within an 800ha farm and wildlife sanctuary, this lodge redefines seclusion.13 Jan 05:00 PM
TravelIs this spot the new Byron Bay?This spot offers beautiful beaches without the crowds13 Jan 07:25 AM
TravelEdinburgh insider shares best local spots tourists often missFrom whisky distilleries to hidden museums, she shares spots beyond the usual tour.13 Jan 06:30 AM
Travel newsInside Golden Globes gift bag: Stars gifted luxury holidays at NZ's most exclusive lodgesNew Zealand could soon be welcoming a number of A-list celebrities. 13 Jan 03:00 AM
PremiumPremiumPropertyLizard lives on the line? Major Aussie housing developer pledges to protect animals at Queenstown siteSeveral hectares of lizard habitat at Homestead Bay are involved.13 Jan 12:36 AM
TravelFrom trams to buses: Inside Sydney’s living transport museumsAt its peak, Sydney’s tram fleet ran nearly 1700 wooden-framed rattlers.13 Jan 12:24 AM
TravelHow to tackle Northland’s coast-to-coast cycling adventure this summerThe 87km ride links Northland’s Pacific and Tasman coasts in scenic style.13 Jan 12:00 AM
PremiumPremiumPropertyDeveloper gives away $599,000 Christchurch townhouse'We came up with the outrageous 'win a house' idea. The winner is pretty overwhelmed.'12 Jan 10:56 PM
TravelHow one train captures the South Island’s spirit in just five hoursThe TranzAlpine crosses the South Island from Christchurch to Greymouth.12 Jan 05:00 PM
TravelHow to enjoy a luxurious Parisian stay in Melbourne Few travellers may know about Melbourne's 'Paris end'. 11 Jan 11:43 PM
TravelA former tobacco factory has been reborn as one of Sydney’s most stylish staysBuilt in 1876, the Porter House Hotel blends sleek modern luxury into heritage sandstone. 10 Jan 11:00 PM
New ZealandHeli-golf, Aston Martin tours: How Queenstown is courting ultra-wealthy visitorsOne visiting American family spent more than $400,000 on extras during a stay.08 Jan 06:04 PM
AucklandFaith convention fills Auckland hotels, brings $20m boost to city economyThe Eden Park event is expected to draw about 20,000 attendees over three days.08 Jan 06:00 AM
TravelThe small mistake that almost cancelled my big family trip to CanadaThis item can ruin a holiday before it's even begun.06 Jan 07:00 PM
New Zealand'Treated like a terrorist': Lodge owners fume at six-hour council raidCompliance officers and police asked dozens of tenants to leave, then broke through locks.06 Jan 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPropertyFrom CRL to Costco: The mega projects that will change 2026’s skylineTe Waihorotiu Station and the CRL promise to transform central Auckland travel.04 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPropertyHow do architects design homes when they are for themselves?Could architects say they are the 'perfect client' when they design their own new homes?03 Jan 11:00 PM
TravelHow a Kiwi couple built an exclusive lodge that drew Oprah's attention'It’s one of the best places in the world to see the stars.'03 Jan 07:00 PM
New Zealand'Bring it back to new life': Historic Canterbury hotel reopensDirector Sourav Sharma plans to buy the historic limestone pub within three years.02 Jan 09:29 PM
TravelA backpacker, a bar, and a promise in Bali: Kiwi shares wild 16-year love storyThe couple’s meet-cute was anything but ordinary.31 Dec 06:00 AM