A violent hail and thunder storm has caused two car crashes and left the ground "white like snow" in Wellington. Police have said the storm after 1:30pm had been the catalyst for two crashes...

We'll remember 9/11, but we've also got the rugby and a brilliant city.

I have three words to say to you," said the Professor as she finished the last of her broccoli. "Cobb. And. Co."

Transition Towns - communities readying themselves for a post-petroleum world - are quietly popping up in New Zealand suburbs.

James is a new restaurant offshoot of Jamie Miller and Gisele Trezevant-Miller's Mint Kitchen Catering.

Shopping at farmers' markets feeds the heart, mind, soul and stomach. Kirsten Warner checked out some of the best products and top stallholders, just a sample of the many treats on offer.

Expand your culinary boundaries with two exciting new cooking classes.

The executive chef of dine by Peter Gordon at SkyCity answers your cuisine questions.

Jacqueline Smith blogs on New Zealand's Next Top Model.

Tony Astle doesn't care to read diners' opinions of his Parnell restaurant, the venerable Antoine's. But he has scouts who do it for him.

Viva welcomes a new standout to Auckland's dining scene.

Tired of taking the kids to the usual big museums during the school holidays? Virgil Evetts discovers Auckland contains many smaller collections worth a visit.

It’s hard enough launching a music career in New Zealand. But just how difficult is it for an independent artist to forge a career on both sides of the globe simultaneously?

Ruth Garden's Parnell boutique reflects her vintage-inspired style.

Clare Mora has rescued her business from the brink following 2008's economic crisis.

If the young talent rising in the food ranks is anything to go by, our restaurant scene is about to get a whole lot more exciting. Viva's restaurant reviewer talks to three chefs ready to shake things up.

Cheese, yoghurt, icecream ... nature's white gold is a star in the kitchen.

A season of kids' cricket can take over your weekends, but it's great family time, finds Gill South.

The single ring of a bell echoed through the Holy Trinity Cathedral, signalling the moment the earthquake struck.

Kingsland-to-Britomart trains will use both lines to quickly clear Eden Park.

There's only one thing to combine with bubbles and love on Monday, and that's chocolate. Here's some delectable shopping.