A young man is dead after his car crossed the centre line and was partially crushed under a school bus carrying 21 teenagers.

Deciding to do up an old villa proved expensive and time-consuming but worth the effort.

Behind Wellington's back, Lonely Planet has been playing footsie with its big sexy northern bro.

Viva celebrates the best of Taste of Auckland - the festival dedicated to good food, wine, and company - yours!

Goodies from fresh produce to delicious drinks and tasty herbs will be available to buy or sample at next week's Taste festival.

Print illustrator Anna Crichton has translated her skills into ceramic art for a new exhibition, writes Catherine Smith.

Viva's team of experts gives its annual verdict on Auckland's best takeout spots for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

The trial of a well known New Zealand comedian for allegedly sexually abusing a young girl has been postponed.

As she and her family battle their annual bouts of hayfever, Dita De Boni wonders why immune system malfunctions seem so prevalent these days.

Alison Mau has spoken publicly for the first time about her same-sex relationship, saying she has 'fallen in love with a wonderful woman'.

Kiwi chef and owner of award-winning Sydney restaurant Assiette Warren Turnbull returns to New Zealand next week for the 2010 Taste Festival. He talks to Viva about his passion for food.

Bridget Lysaght has lived in the Huapai district since she was a pony-mad 13-year-old. She tells Catherine Smith why this is her favourite part of Auckland.

The owner of my favourite espresso bar, Ben Boyle, has a background in metaphysics - I'm not sure if this has any bearing on his coffee-making ability, but it makes for interesting conversation while you enjoy his product.

Intimate bistro dining is propelled to new levels by wonderfully flavourful fare.

Auckland's creative scene is just one of Cleo Barnett's passions.

A trackside fire has shut down train services on Auckland's Southern and Eastern line between Otahuhu and Papakura.

A pod of killer whales has been sighted close to shore in the eastern bays of Auckland Harbour today.