A young man with severe brain injuries remains in a critical but stable condition after a huge brawl - possibly sparked by gatecrashers - at an Auckland 21st birthday party last night.

A young man with severe brain injuries was fighting for his life in hospital last night after a huge brawl - possibly sparked by gatecrashers - at an Auckland 21st birthday party.

A holiday to North Africa inspired a Herne Bay couple’s renovations.

Fabulously old-fashioned, galas are still an important date on the school calendar, writes Gill South.

An eco-friendly NZ holiday house has been named in the world's top 15 for its unique design.

Catherine Smith talks to a couple who went West and are loving the lifestyle.

The lucky folks at Herne Bay know when they are on to a good thing.

Lawyers may take court action if the sale of the King of Tonga's Auckland mansion goes ahead.

It's a road Graham Henry refuses to go down - the All Blacks coach today declined to offer his version of events after avoiding a ticket when caught speeding in Auckland last week.

Auckland police say they have been assured by Chinese authorities that Zhen Xiao will not face the death sentence if he is convicted of murdering Auckland taxi driver Hiren Mohini.

The police officer who reportedly clocked All Blacks coach Graham Henry for speeding could not legally issue him a ticket.

A fervour for food led Lynn Huhtala to a new career guiding other foodies to delectable locations around town.

All Blacks coach Graham Henry was caught driving more than 30kph over the speed limit but was not fined, according to a report.

The new lair of a group of foodie artists proves deserving of its popularity.

Auckland actor Charlie McDermott counts fashion, art and design mementos among his favourite things.

Three hot new jewellery brands to look out for.

As runners limber up to run 42.195km for the Auckland Marathon on Sunday, some may want to reflect on the ancient origins of the day.

Edible cosmetics are the latest beauty industry idea to get you spending on your interior as well as exterior.

Mohammad Hamid-Zadeh appeared in Auckland District Court this afternoon charged with the murder of Farasad Razani, who was found dead at the upmarket Quadrant apartments.

A man has admitted killing his two friends when he sped away from police and crashed into two power poles.