OpinionWatching Brief: Sunday fest bestIt's a big day today, with 26 Festival films screening across Auckland.16 Jul 09:58 PM
LifestyleWarm up with winter funWondering what to do for school holidays? Danielle Wright investigates.16 Jul 05:30 PM
LifestyleMy Auckland: NewmarketRashida and Adarsh Patel could not be happier living in Newmarket. They tell Alexia Santamaria why they like their own little city within Auckland.16 Jul 05:30 PM
TravelAuckland: I'll take the high roadDonna McIntyre puts her best foot forward and takes the scenic route through Auckland on a Coast to Coast walk.16 Jul 05:30 PM
New ZealandMum banned from crecheA breast-feeding mother has been banned from entering University of Auckland's childcare centre to feed her baby.16 Jul 05:30 PM
LifestylePicture palaces: Cinemas with heart and artWhen it comes to old-fashioned arthouse cinemas, Auckland is spoilt for choice, writes Cate Foster.16 Jul 12:00 AM
New ZealandGroundsmen keep on top of surfaceThe path to an immaculate Rugby World Cup pitch is anything but smooth, as groundsmen around the country can attest.15 Jul 05:30 PM
PropertyLighten up in the tropics on One Tree HillYou'll have sunshine on a cloudy day in the ingenious garden of this spacious, two-level One Tree Hill home.15 Jul 05:30 PM
LifestyleFour of the best: Library school holiday programmesRight across Auckland, libraries are doing their bit to keep the munchkins busy.15 Jul 05:30 PM
PropertyThriller view from the hill in ParnellIt's hard to believe such a peaceful setting had a tiny part in an intriguing piece of political history.15 Jul 05:30 PM
PropertyEco ethics meet city chic in MeadowbankAn architect's 'green' townhouses are also modern and elegant.15 Jul 05:30 PM
New ZealandDrug dealer's double life exposedA meth dealer owned a $2.4m home with his young family while drugs were cooked nearby in a motel.15 Jul 05:30 PM
Lifestyle<i>Le Garde-Manger</i>, Auckland CBDSome faux pas can be overlooked when French romance sets in, says Nici Wickes.15 Jul 12:00 AM
LifestylePub spy: Prague Bar & CafePrague is the newest bar I've been into for ages, but it manages to feel like it's been there for a while.14 Jul 10:00 PM
LifestyleSome line-up surprises for Fashion WeekThere are new names are on the bill for NZ Fashion Week, but also some notable absences.14 Jul 02:34 AM
OpinionWatching Brief: See you at the CivicThere's method in the apparent madness of making tonight's screening of Florian Habicht's <i>Love Story</i> the only one in the festival.14 Jul 02:30 AM
Lifestyle<i>Bowmans</i>, Mt EdenFirst impressions were less than promising but a Mt Eden eatery came through on the menu.14 Jul 12:00 AM
New ZealandSmoking ban 'best news ever' - nzherald readers reactA threat to ban smokers from Auckland's top DHB splits nzherald readers.13 Jul 11:40 PM
New ZealandLatest updates: Over 8,800 lightning strikes in NZ todayHeavy rain, sleet and snow is threatening parts of NZ. Follow developments and read reader reaction from your area.13 Jul 08:57 PM
TourismFive-star hotel planned for top waterfront spotA five-star, 300-room hotel will fill former America's Cup sites on one of the most valuable pieces of waterside property in the country.13 Jul 05:30 PM
EntertainmentDemetri Martin: He may draw a crowdComedian Demetri Martin heads to New Zealand later this year for two stand-up shows.13 Jul 05:30 PM
EntertainmentAll the world's a stage for AkalaRapper Kingslee Daley, aka Akala, is a man on a mission; to get at-risk kids exploring words, from Shakespeare to Jay-Z. Scott Kara reports13 Jul 05:30 PM
New Zealand'Scary' lightning strike forces Air NZ flight to turn backWeather forecasters say worst of electrical storms over but heavy snow likely in south.13 Jul 05:30 PM