LifestyleBucketloads of action for kids these holidaysThere's no excuse for the kids to be bored these holidays with heaps to do around the city.18 Apr 04:15 PM
TravelKia ora: TirauElisabeth Easther visits a small North Island town that's full of iron and ... more iron.17 Apr 09:30 PM
TravelStewart Island: Birds rule island bastionPamela Wade meets a real brown kiwi and other wild species on an excursion to isolated Stewart Island.15 Apr 09:00 PM
TravelKia ora: ArrowtownLinks with the past are strong in this town built on gold, writes Elisabeth Easther.10 Apr 09:30 PM
TravelQueenstown: Sweat, pain and good foodA yoga retreat in Queenstown with laughs and wine, suits Rebecca Barry Hill just fine.07 Apr 03:00 AM
New ZealandEaster holiday bonusWith the next Christmas break feeling an age away and summer holidays a thing of the past, most Kiwis are knuckling down for the mid-year slog at work.05 Apr 09:22 PM
TravelMatakana: Ride easy through wine countryElisabeth Easter cruises along the cycle trails between Matakana and Omaha.04 Apr 11:00 PM
TravelWaiheke: Batch winery walksA gentle walking trail that edges its way around a Waiheke vineyard will delight all members of the family, writes Donna McIntyre.04 Apr 08:30 PM
TravelFour of the best walking festivalsWander the country's hills and dales on one of these picturesque hikes.04 Apr 03:15 PM
TravelCoromandel: Take in trails from the topEase into tramping with an overnighter at the Pinnacles Hut in the Coromandel, writes Andrew Laxon.04 Apr 02:00 AM
TravelKia ora: PapamoaCraving fun, sun and stupendous beaches? Here's the place, says Elisabeth Easther.03 Apr 08:30 PM
TravelFive great reasons to visit WellingtonMegan Singleton stays conveniently central in her search for some of Wellington's finest offerings.02 Apr 02:00 AM
LifestyleNorthland tops holiday hot listNorthland is the most popular summer holiday destination, according to an Automobile Association survey.31 Mar 03:15 PM
TravelAuckland: The Barrier really is GreatElisabeth Easther pitched her tent on Great Barrier Island and was very reluctant to leave.28 Mar 03:15 PM
TravelKia ora: HouhoraElisabeth Easther is tempted to stay in Northland's big-game fishing golden spot.27 Mar 08:30 PM
TravelOtago: Saddle up for Paradise rideCyclists burn gourmet calories on a pedal into heavenly countryside, writes Pamela Wade.24 Mar 11:00 PM
TravelThe luminaries of LawrenceThe South Island's first gold rush town is resplendent with colourful characters, writes Paul Rush.23 Mar 11:00 PM
TravelFive of the best Auckland volcanoesWe've picked five volcanoes from the more than 50 in the Auckland Volcanic Field.21 Mar 08:30 PM
TravelKia ora: Waihi BeachFor a fantastic surf or swim, Waihi Beach is the place to be, says Elisabeth Easther.20 Mar 08:30 PM
TravelSouth Island: The road from ruin to beautyWine, whales and a warm coastal Canterbury welcome capture Megan Singleton's affection.20 Mar 03:15 PM
TravelAuckland: Sailing as it wasDionne Christian joins tourists on the Breeze for a trip back into Auckland's coastal trading history.14 Mar 11:30 PM
TravelKia ora: AhiparaNo matter what the weather, Elisabeth Easther finds plenty to do at the beach.13 Mar 08:30 PM
TravelGates open to park 'paradise'Waitawa Regional Park drew thousands of visitors to the southeast coast when it opened last weekend.13 Mar 04:30 PM
TravelFlight check: Auckland to Tauranga on a DC-3Elisabeth Easther flies on a DC-3 to Tauranga and travels back in time.12 Mar 08:30 PM
TravelSub-Antarctic: A graveyard of vesselsThe harsh Auckland Islands claimed many a ship and their crews, finds Paul Charman.11 Mar 02:00 AM
TravelHave wheels, will tour the gorgeSarah Lawrence and her teenage son have a wheely good time in Central Otago.08 Mar 11:00 PM
TravelWhakatane: Double islands of charmVisiting Whakatane, Elisabeth Easther discovered two isles literally fizzing with fabulousness.07 Mar 04:30 PM
LifestylePainting the Kiwi lifestyle (+WIN)Graham Young has captured classic Kiwiana in his new book of painted work, Lazy Days. Check out the images and win yourself a copy.07 Mar 02:00 AM
TravelKia ora: GisborneVisitors will be amazed at the variety of attractions, writes Elisabeth Easther.06 Mar 08:30 PM
EmploymentTime for holidays reform, says law firmA leading law firm is calling for changes to how leave is calculated and paid out but a union leader is warning workers could lose out.05 Mar 04:30 PM
TravelWellington: Festivity in the capitalAudiences are wowed in New Zealand’s cultural hotspot, writes Sarah Lang.01 Mar 11:00 PM
TravelWaitawa: Paddling your own canoeElisabeth Easther, paddle in hand, checked out Waitawa Bay, Auckland's newest regional park.01 Mar 02:00 AM
TravelRise and shineDanielle Wright makes the most of the daylight on a weekend visit to Gisborne.28 Feb 08:30 PM
TravelKia ora: RaetihiTranquil yet full of interest, this town is well worth a visit, writes Elisabeth Easther.27 Feb 08:30 PM
