TravelTravel book: <i>Wild New Zealand From The Road</i>It's hard to think of a better guide to our wild places than Gordon Ell.02 Nov 01:00 PM
TravelChristchurch: Survivor city welcomes all for taste of the trackEven novices can get amongst excitement of harness racing, says Joanna Davies.01 Nov 04:30 PM
Travel<i>Lonely Planet</i> takes shine to Wellington (+photos)Wellington is voted the fourth top city in the world to visit next year, but Auckland misses out.31 Oct 04:30 PM
TravelQueenstown: Romp on the ropesHey there's Queenstown. Upside down. It's an unexpectedly excellent way to admire some of the world's most spectacular alpine scenery.30 Oct 04:30 PM
TravelTe Aroha: Finding our romantic centreThere are quite a few things to love about Te Aroha, writes Rachel Grunwell.30 Oct 04:30 PM
TravelScared stiff at SpookersA haunted scream park in Franklin is not for the faint-hearted, writes Jacqueline Smith.29 Oct 04:30 PM
TravelFormer Auckland quarry to become regional parkPuketutu Island in Auckland's Manukau Harbour is to be turned into a regional park.28 Oct 09:24 PM
TravelTaranaki: Sleepovers with a floral twistIf you really want to appreciate a garden, you need to stay in it, writes Chris Samsara.27 Oct 11:00 PM
TravelTutukaka among top-rated coastlinesThe Tutukaka Coast in Northland is one of the top three coastlines in the world, according to a prestigious travel magazine.27 Oct 12:59 AM
TravelA guide to guidebook realitiesThe latest Lonely Planet guide to New Zealand came out the other day with the usual flutter of controversy over descriptions of the Bay of Islands as over-hyped, Hamilton as dull and Kiwis as eager-to-please.25 Oct 08:30 PM
TravelScandrett Regional Park: Harbour MysteryThis curved finger of land, pointing into Kawau Bay, was sold to the Auckland Regional Council in 1998 by George Scandrett, whose family farmed here from 1863.24 Oct 12:35 AM
TravelRound the mountainMiniature trains have enjoyed a rise in popularity over the past few years thanks to a certain engine called Thomas.23 Oct 04:30 PM
LifestyleFive of the best: PlaygroundsOur story on Auckland's Top 10 Playgrounds on October 10 drew a great response from readers, who have added to our suggestions.23 Oct 04:30 PM
TravelTongariro National Park: A mountainous escapeDiana Clement and a friend took two long weekends away from men and children to discover the tracks of Tongariro National Park.22 Oct 04:30 PM
TravelPiha: At one with natureThe wild west coast is worth a day trip with a couple of stops along the way, writes Libby Nicholson-Moon.22 Oct 04:30 PM
LifestyleTo market, to market to buy ... everythingAuckland's farmers' markets are booming, but don't forget the city's traditional markets.22 Oct 04:30 PM
TravelMt Cook: Tramping in the foothills of NZ's 'cloud piercer'Families can enjoy a close encounter with Aoraki/Mt Cook 'The Cloud Piercer' from the comfort of the valley floor, finds Paul Rush.21 Oct 11:00 PM
AirlinesBig downturn in British touristsSeptember arrivals for British visitors were the lowest in a decade, Statistics NZ figures show.21 Oct 04:30 PM
TravelAuckland Island: Where Rambo rulesWatch out for the sea lions when you're on the Auckland Islands, warns Jim Eagles.21 Oct 04:30 PM
New ZealandHistoric recognition for 'gold rush' roadA landmark road which played a key role in the Central Otago gold rushes has been recognised by the New Zealand Historic Places Trust.20 Oct 11:56 PM
TravelAuckland: Beauty on our doorstepThere are many parts of Auckland worth exploring at sea level, discovers Kirsten Warner.20 Oct 04:30 PM
TravelGlenbrook: Full steam aheadJim Eagles takes the grandkids to Glenbrook to meet a favourite family friend.18 Oct 11:00 PM
TravelMilbrook Resort: A world awayAs you drive up the long tree-lined road into Millbrook Resort, you get the eerie sensation that you're leaving the world behind you.17 Oct 04:30 PM
CyclingThe ride of your lifeThe Lake Taupo Cycle Challenge is a mammoth event. Phil Taylor shares his experience.16 Oct 11:00 PM
AirlinesAir NZ's newest mouthpiece stirs up controversyA potty-mouthed puppet called Rico is the controversial new face of the country's national carrier, Air New Zealand.16 Oct 04:30 PM
TravelDevonport: A sea of storiesAuckland's maritime military past, present and future are put on fine display at the new Navy Museum in Devonport, writes Jim Eagles.14 Oct 04:30 PM
TravelThe splendid isolation of Jackson BayJill Worrall discovers a settlement that time forgot.14 Oct 01:05 AM
TravelDevonport: Our explosive historySpooky tunnels and historic weapons keep young and old entertained at Auckland's North Head, writes Jim Eagles.13 Oct 04:30 PM
TravelRussell hotel named world's best coastal hideawayA New Zealand retreat billed as "somewhere between seven stars and heaven" has been named the world's top luxury coastal hotel.13 Oct 04:30 PM
LifestyleBird of the Year 2010Here are New Zealand's Top 10 favourite native birds as voted on ForestandBird.org.nz, with the kakariki taking out Bird of the Year 2010.12 Oct 01:51 AM
TravelA gap in the walking marketIt's a shame the path around Devonport's North Head isn't quite complete, writes Jim Eagles.11 Oct 08:30 PM
TravelClose to home: Spring on saleOn October 23, enjoy a day exploring the glorious gardens and woodland trails at Eastwoodhill Arboretum near Gisborne for half price.11 Oct 04:30 PM
