LifestyleThe dark side of Jane AustenIgnore its uptight reputation. Mansfield Park, celebrating its 200th anniversary, seethes with sex and delves into England’s murkiest corners, writes Paula Byrne.15 Aug 07:00 PM
OpinionJames Griffin: Bad jokesHistorians agree that the shameful events of the 2014 New Zealand General Election started on Sunday, August 10, when Winston Peters, in his speech at the NZ First campaign launch, used the classic “two Wongs don’t make a white/right” gag.15 Aug 05:00 PM
EntertainmentJennifer Hudson: The only constantStunning and soulful singing catapulted her from church choir to chart success and then on to Hollywood. But when three members of her family were murdered, it took all she had to keep going. Jennifer Hudson talks to Tim Adams about surviving grief.09 Aug 10:00 PM
EntertainmentMinecraft: Blocked only by imaginationThe worldwide domination of a building blocks game is a triumph for the power of human imagination. John Naughton looks at how Minecraft has bewitched 40 million of us.09 Aug 07:00 PM
LifestyleWine: Best world winesThe rest of the world is now sending us some of their best wines, which enables us to see what all the fuss is about. These are worth checking out.09 Aug 04:00 AM
LifestyleReview: Le Vietnamese Kitchen, PonsonbyIt was a night full of surprises. First we were surprised to be taken out to Le Vietnamese Kitchen's back room, and find it warmer and buzzier than in the front.09 Aug 01:00 AM
LifestyleAlan Perrott: The nut jobI've never felt more helpless than while lying on a slab, pants around my ankles, with someone poking around in my twig and berries.08 Aug 10:00 PM
OpinionEntertaining ourselves to deathOur growing ability to access on-demand entertainment is all well and good, writes Greg Dixon, but what we really need is more time.08 Aug 05:30 PM
OpinionDealing with cold callersYou can always tell. No matter what time of day (though around dinner-time is always a bit of a giveaway) you just know, the moment it starts ringing.08 Aug 05:00 PM
LifestyleWine: Hearty comforts'Tis the season for hearty comfort food and wines to match. If you’re looking for cuddly, well-made and red wines that are a bit off beat … you’ve come to the right place.02 Aug 04:00 AM
LifestyleReview: Cassia, Auckland CBDOut in the suburbs it is difficult to suppress a yawn when it is announced a new Indian restaurant is to open.02 Aug 01:00 AM
LifestyleFashion: One directionStep aside, Suzi Quattro. The jumpsuit gets a classy makeover.01 Aug 09:00 PM
LifestyleBrunch: Bolaven, Mt EdenThe menu was a cool, hand-drawn selection of breakfast options with a Southeast Asian flair.01 Aug 08:00 PM
LifestyleBook review: The Temporary GentlemanSebastian Barry’s latest novel is a narrative of disintegration and self-destruction, written in the most lyrical of language.01 Aug 06:00 PM
LifestyleBook review: The Art of Neil GaimanThis is a very strange book. It's about Neil Gaiman, so it can probably afford to be.01 Aug 06:00 PM
LifestyleGerard Woodward: Dumplings of factGerard Woodward’s family gave him plenty of material to write about, but it took years to work out how, he tells Linda Herrick.01 Aug 06:00 PM
OpinionJames Griffin: Commonwealth's odd sportsThe best thing about the Commonwealth Games is that they are exactly like the Olympics except we win heaps more medals.01 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandLion Heart: Amber-Rose GailerWhat does it take to save a baby's life? Suzanne McFadden traces the incredible story of a baby's will to live.01 Aug 05:00 PM
LifestyleHope at heart of displayGraphic images show the extremes of life worldwide. Paul Lewis reviews the World Press Photo exhibition.01 Aug 04:00 PM
LifestyleWine: American beautiesIt’s a pity there are so few American wines available here as many of them are drop-dead gorgeous. True, many are extraordinarily expensive but those that find their way here are usually of astonishing quality and value for money.26 Jul 04:00 AM
LifestyleReview: Touquet, Auckland CBDThe council's new cobblestones will look cool when they're finished, but at the moment O'Connell St is a bit of a mess.26 Jul 01:00 AM
EntertainmentThe Dark Horse: Cliff's edgeCliff Curtis’ turn as a bipolar chess champ may be his greatest role yet. He talks to Russell Baillie about piling on weight, confronting his past, and being a family man.25 Jul 10:00 PM
