New ZealandKey bats away talk of cronyismThe PM has dismissed accusations of cronyism in the Govt's choice of appointments to boards and working groups.03 Feb 04:30 PM
New ZealandNZ driving angers visitorsNew Zealand may have just had its lowest road toll in six decades, but our drivers are just as rude and reckless as ever, visitors say. The average car-bound Kiwi has been described as "impatient" and "not very courteous."03 Feb 04:30 PM
BusinessMarketing disaster: Mini sponsors killer cold snap It sounded like a cool marketing move by BMW: paying to have the name of its Mini Cooper Roadster associated with the cold snap engulfing Europe. 02 Feb 01:35 AM
TravelPalace of Versailles, Paris, FranceHistorians are still debating exactly what this glittering royal chateau cost to build but during the reign of Louis XIV it soaked up a quarter of the annual income of the French state to run.31 Jan 08:27 PM
TravelDavos Klosters and St Moritz, SwitzerlandConnected by a scene-stealing Swiss rail journey and close enough to be combined in a week's skiing, these resorts offer an embarrassment of activities and diversions.31 Jan 07:28 PM
TravelVersailles: King-sized conceitVersailles may be excessive but it's also wonderfully spectacular, writes Jim Eagles.31 Jan 07:00 PM
TravelSwitzerland: Skiing Davos and St MoritzTwo of the Swiss resorts that invented winter sporting pastimes are still the best, writes Leslie Woit.31 Jan 03:00 AM
TravelThe Dolomites, ItalyThis mountain range in northern Italy, with its jagged peaks, beautiful alpine lakes and isolated villages, is a great place to explore both on foot and by car.31 Jan 02:53 AM
TravelItaly: A mushroom haven in the cloudsExploring Italy's peaks produces a culinary surprise for Heather Whelan.31 Jan 01:00 AM
TravelPatricia Schultz's top 10 travel destinationsThe author of the hugely-popular <I>1,000 Places To See Before You Die</I> reveals her absolute favourite travel destinations.30 Jan 11:30 PM
OlympicsLondon Olympics: Overpriced hotels deter touristsUnwanted hotel rooms needlessly reserved by Olympic organisers will be a key factor in a tourism slump.30 Jan 09:00 PM
CompaniesEuropean stocks fall on US growth dataEuropean economic commissioner Olli Rehn yesterday said he expected Greece to agree on a deal with private creditors to write-down its debt this weekend.27 Jan 09:05 PM
TravelIbsens Hotel, Copenhagen, DenmarkLocated just north of Norreport Station, amid residential housing, cafes, bakeries and boutiques, this Danish hotel is infused with local flavour.27 Jan 12:15 AM
OpinionVanessa Paradis denies 'false' Depp split rumoursJohnny Depp's long-term partner Vanessa Paradis slams reports suggesting that her relationship with the actor is on the rocks.25 Jan 07:45 PM
TravelDenmark: Where to stay in CopenhagenCopenhagen's Ibsens Hotel is located just north of Norreport Station, amid residential housing, cafes, bakeries and boutiques. 25 Jan 03:30 AM
OpinionVanessa Paradis vague over Johnny Depp split rumoursJohnny Depp's long-term partner, singer and actress Vanessa Paradis, plays it coy over reports their relationship is on the rocks.24 Jan 11:20 PM
TravelZell, Rheinland-Pfalz, GermanyThis tiny, historic wine-making settlement alongside the Mosel River in Germany is famous for its high-quality Riesling, which is made from grapes that grow on dizzyingly steep slopes, and its legendary sassy black cat.23 Jan 03:41 AM
LifestyleSpain: Sampling Andalucia's gastronomic delightsA holiday in Andalucia promises an abundance of treats for your tastebuds - from fried anchovies to the finest jamon iberico.23 Jan 03:00 AM
TravelGermany: Heaven in ZellA cat put this German town on the wine trail, writes Jocelyn Watkin. 23 Jan 03:00 AM
