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Cyclone disrupts ARC chief's rat-killing mission

ARC chairman Mike Lee could have some explaining to do next time he visits the city library, after leaving three of its books on a deserted Pacific island.

NZ climate change film wins top award

Darwin in New Zealand

Charles Darwin spent nine days in New Zealand in 1835. He disliked the young country, but his experience helped shape his monumental theories about evolution.

French Polynesia: Paradise found

Susan Buckland boards a freighter, bound for hauntingly beautiful islands where ancient man-size stone tiki guard moody, lush valleys.

Design: Being pacific

Two women abandon bland in favour of the sunny colours and natural style of our neighbours.

Tahiti: Recession busters on a Pacific pearl

The global downturn is hitting travel plans, but Megan Singleton discovers a way to make that Tahitian holiday affordable after all.

Soccer: NZ one win away from U17 World Cup

<i>Kerre Woodham:</i> Freedom in captivity

Nursing shortage hits heart contract