New ZealandGoogle guru has Kiwi break mapped outGoogle Maps is famous for getting the commuter, cyclist and pedestrian from A to B; but it is a little known fact that the man who oversaw its development is a Kiwi.28 Dec 04:30 PM
New ZealandSevere weather warningLarge swathes of the North Island are being hit by thunderstorms this afternoon with warnings of heavy rain, slips and flash flooding.28 Dec 03:47 AM
New ZealandKiwi lingo tested – is it a bach?Some New Zealanders go to their bach during the holidays, others to their crib. It all depends on your age and where you're from, according to a researcher who looked at which words New Zealanders preferred.27 Dec 04:30 PM
New ZealandHoliday traffic plagued by disruptionsFatal accidents, breakdowns and huge traffic backlogs have plagued the first four days of the official Christmas road toll period.27 Dec 04:30 PM
New ZealandCampground stays put for nowAn outpouring of support for the 80-year-old business to stay on the waterfront included 4500 followers on a Facebook page and a petition with 2037 signatures.27 Dec 04:30 PM
New ZealandNew Year's Eve: Mixed forecastThe North Island can expect a wet start to New Year's Eve but a sunny afternoon, as most of the country continues to see warm but damp weather.27 Dec 06:21 AM
New ZealandRain to dampen NYE's partiesWind and rain look set to dampen New Year festivities over many parts of the country.26 Dec 04:30 PM
New ZealandCity Mission to tourists: Pay upCity Mission leaders were not aware of tour groups at their Christmas lunch and have called for any "irresponsible" operator who may have sent one to offer a donation.26 Dec 04:30 PM
LifestyleThe sweetest baches to rent this summerRustic mountain huts, baches on the beach and a miner’s cottage with vineyard views - Danielle Wright discovers humble holiday homes to book in advance.24 Dec 04:45 AM
LifestyleMastering sexy holiday hairGo with the flow - "Don't get stressed about your hair, go with the gypsyness of summer," advises Louise Pilkington of Dry & Tea salon in Newmarket. "Go with your hair, work with the sea."23 Dec 05:00 PM
Small BusinessNZ professionals expecting a 'workation'Christmas holiday? What Christmas holiday? Prepare for disgruntled partners and disappointed children over the summer break.20 Dec 01:15 AM
TravelDreaming of a Fijian ChristmasIt's different, it's fun and it's only three hours away, Peter Malcouronne looks at island festivities.27 Nov 01:00 AM
Small BusinessSmall business: Taking a holidayJuliette Hogan, fashion designer, talks to Gill South about taking a holiday while running a business.18 Oct 02:00 AM
