TravelIs Wellington still a worthy place for a holiday?One writer heads to the capital city, family in tow, to find out.17 Mar 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPropertyNeighbours tried to stop $10m luxury apartment block in St Marys BayFourteen neighbours objected but were locked out by non-notified consent.17 Mar 12:00 AM
TravelThis town is the perfect pre-ski stop before hitting Powder HighwayNo matter the season, one can always enjoy a weekend in this island town.16 Mar 11:00 PM
TravelWhy this low-key cruise is the answer if you hate waterslides and buffetsOn shore, guests can book niche excursions, from truffle hunts to Art Deco gin.16 Mar 11:00 PM
InflationBeef mince and steak prices surge as annual food costs climb 4.5%Beef porterhouse steak now averages $44.71 a kilo, up 21.5% in a year.16 Mar 10:51 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAnne GibsonSeascape ghost tower: What could happen to Auckland's stalled super-project nowWhat next? What are the receivers doing? Will it be finished? Abandoned? Sold? Demolished?16 Mar 04:00 PM
TravelInside access: Stay in an Oxford college for less than a standard hotel roomDid you know visitors can book historic college rooms during long university breaks?15 Mar 06:00 PM
TravelThe Havana dupe you don’t have to travel to Cuba forEnjoy the culture of Cuba without the long flight and travel complications.15 Mar 06:00 AM
Travel newsHow to turn autumn into an enviable escape with food, flame and coastal new staysMark your calendar with these upcoming food festivals, exhibitions and travel experiences.14 Mar 09:00 PM
TravelThe ultimate free guide to Perth From buses and beaches to attractions, here's how to do it on the cheap.14 Mar 07:00 PM
TravelWhy airlines and hotels are turning their attention to smellEver wanted to smell like an airport? Now you can.13 Mar 07:00 PM
TravelWellington on a good day is annoyingly perfectWellington’s compact centre links galleries, cafes and harbour walks on foot.13 Mar 06:00 AM
TravelEurope’s dreamiest lakeside towns for slow, scenic escapesFrom Lake Garda to Lake Geneva, these towns swap crowds for calm water.12 Mar 06:00 PM
Golf'Have fun with it': Taking on Te Arai Links North CourseEven in the rain, Te Arai Links North Course played like a dream. 12 Mar 02:01 AM
TravelThis design-led Melbourne hotel has a restaurant so fab even the beef tendon looked goodAuckland has The Hotel Britomart, Sydney has The Ace and, now, Melbourne has Hannah St.11 Mar 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPropertyRydges Wellington, Sofitel Queenstown to be sold to Americans for $250mNZ Hotel Holdings said last year it wanted to sell seven hotels: First two about to go.10 Mar 07:00 PM
OpinionOpinion: Business class flights to Europe are a waste of money'Things went downhill when we got onboard.'10 Mar 04:00 PM
TravelCoal River Valley’s quiet luxury: Cellar doors, hot tubs and designer staysSmall-batch vineyards and artisan producers make this an easy Hobart day trip.10 Mar 06:00 AM
TravelThe Transylvanian road trip that beats Europe’s big-name citiesWriter Chris Stead spends a week driving from Cluj-Napoca to Brasov.10 Mar 01:00 AM
TravelIs the Isle of Man really a boring destination?One traveller heads to the tiny island nation to find out. 09 Mar 06:00 PM
Travel newsFrom Bora Bora to Tokyo: High-end holidays with serious once-in-a-lifetime appealChoose from a self-drive journey or beach resort getaway with these deals.09 Mar 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPropertyTeak Construction liquidation: Max Key caught in $7.9m failureSubcontractors complained they were owed large amounts over extensive periods of time.09 Mar 05:05 AM
TravelViking Grand European river cruise by numbersThe longship carries just 190 guests, creating a relaxed, small-group atmosphere.07 Mar 07:00 PM
TravelFive Kiwi women reveal why small group food tours are selling out in NZTheir new food-led tours are selling out in India, China, Sri Lanka and further afield. 07 Mar 05:45 PM
TravelWine, gin, then bed: How to savour McLaren Vale’s best in one easy tripSommelier-led Small Batch Wine Tours links visitors directly with boutique winemakers.06 Mar 08:00 AM
PremiumPremiumPropertyDemolish, convert or finish: The high-stakes choices facing Seascape’s receiversThe giant's fate hangs in the balance as people in the sector ask what will happen next.05 Mar 10:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandHotels pour millions into luxury upgrades as visitor demand reboundsFive hotels in a tourism town speak on renovations and what's driving post-Covid growth.05 Mar 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandOtago uni's Queenstown plan: Where will students live in NZ’s most expensive rental market?The university plans to house about 500 students in Queenstown by 2030.05 Mar 03:28 AM
PremiumPremiumPropertyFootpath fight: Residents lose case over closure at retirement villageA disputes panel ruled Arvida could close the path and keep the fence.05 Mar 01:00 AM
PremiumPremiumTourismLuxury leap: St. Regis to open first New Zealand hotel in Queenstown CBDBacked by the Pandey family's CP Group, it will target high-spend US visitors.04 Mar 04:00 AM
PremiumPremiumPropertyBig-name creditors line up in scramble over failed builder Teak ConstructionBusinesses on the Personal Property Securities Register could be first in line for money.04 Mar 04:00 AM
PropertySeascape developer put into receivershipCalibre Partners is now running the company developing the country's tallest tower.03 Mar 10:46 PM
TravelThese 7 destinations are unbeatable. How many have you ticked off?One travel writer shares 7 spots they can't help but revisit. 03 Mar 07:00 AM
New Zealand'They seem to show up everywhere now': Kiwi population boom brings odd rescuesVilla manager Amelia Boyce spotted the chick during a routine pool check.03 Mar 05:27 AM