TravelCanada: Skiing in the footsteps of giantsWhistler offers an Olympic challenge, says Sarah Ivey.12 May 04:00 PM
EntertainmentFewer films at Cannes reflects hard timesHard times for the Cannes Film Festival, at least in terms of the splashy Hollywood films for which the world's most prestigious cinema showcase is known.12 May 04:00 PM
LifestyleFashion by the bookAuthor Angela Lassig fills a much-needed gap by publishing a book on 25 New Zealand fashion designers.12 May 04:00 PM
EntertainmentDeftones: <i>Diamond Eyes</i>On <i>Diamond Eyes</i> Chino is back to his shrieking, yowling, and soaring best with a unique voice that sounds like he's singing through a loud hailer.12 May 04:00 PM
EntertainmentMovie review: <i>The Secret in Their Eyes</i>Timely thrills from troubled Argentina.12 May 04:00 PM
EntertainmentRockabilly queen to tourThere's something for everybody with Wanda Jackson, Florence Welch and Common on tour.12 May 04:00 PM
Lifestyle<i>Cin Cin on Quay</i>, Auckland CBDAn Auckland stalwart shows it still has plenty of gloss in its style and service.12 May 04:00 PM
Entertainment<i>Comedy Fest Review:</i> Tarun Mohanbhai, The ComediettesThere are fewer Indian jokes this year, even though they are clearly what the audience is after - the thick accents Mohanbhai did pull out had the room roaring.12 May 04:00 PM
EntertainmentMovie review: <i>Letters to Juliet</i>With a script lacking in imagination and a predictable plotline, <i>Letters to Juliet</i> is quite simply overwhelmed by romantic cliches.12 May 04:00 PM
EntertainmentKate Nash: <i>My Best Friend Is You</i>It starts very distinctively Kate Nash: all pretty piano, stirring strings, claps, and her voice - sweet as pain au chocolate.12 May 04:00 PM
LifestyleWine: When worlds collideWinemakers often have the best results when they combine old practices with new techniques.12 May 04:00 PM
EntertainmentTV Eye: More fluff than clawsThe new <i>Underbelly</i> lacks tension in its portrayal of King's Cross life, writes Linda Herrick.12 May 04:00 PM
Super RugbyRugby: Weepu throws injury scare through HurricanesHalfback Piri Weepu is in doubt for the Hurricanes' must-win match against the Waratahs.12 May 01:28 AM
EntertainmentPrequel to <i>Spartacus</i> plannedThe six-episode miniseries leading up to Spartacus' arrival as a captured Thracian slave will see actors Lucy Lawless and John Hannah take centre stage.12 May 12:25 AM
PhotosPlay photo competition - Day 7A selection of entries from the Play photo competition.11 May 10:48 PM
EntertainmentSocial media puts the boot into reality tellyWhen it comes to keeping secrets, reality TV producers don't typically have the same luxuries as their scripted TV counterparts.11 May 09:26 PM
EntertainmentTV pick of the week: <i>Cougar Town</i>Just as the meanings of "gay" and "sweet" have evolved over time, "cougar" no longer refers to <i>Felis concolor</i>, a large tawny cat of North America and South America (endangered in some areas).11 May 04:00 PM
TravelWest Coast: How Denniston rose againDoC restores an historic coal mine in the foothills of the Southern Alps as a heritage tourist attraction.11 May 04:00 PM
LifestyleArt of glassFour glass artists tell us why they chose the medium and what inspires their unique creations.11 May 04:00 PM
EntertainmentTom's fighting spirit pays offFather of five Thomas Ben has come out on top to become New Zealand's first <i>Apprentice</i> winner.11 May 04:00 PM
OpinionChris Rattue<i>Chris Rattue:</i> Signing a win for failing WarriorsHail the Warriors - but our befuddled league club should think again before getting too smug.11 May 04:00 PM
KahuTV model quest keeping eye out for Maori talent<i>NZ's Next Top Model</i> organisers say a Maori model will have better overseas opportunities because "it's a special NZ look".11 May 04:00 PM
EntertainmentFarmer Pimp: Going it aloneFarmer Pimp have put out their first album independently, despite offers.11 May 04:00 PM
PhotosPlay photo competition - Day 6A selection of entries from the Play photo competition.11 May 04:05 AM
LifestyleChocolate, red wine and coffee not on healthy heart listStop kidding yourself, The Australian Heart Foundation says, there is no cardiovascular health benefit from eating chocolate or drinking red wine.11 May 02:40 AM
NRLNRL: Thurston re-signs with Cowboys as Gasnier mulls comebackAustralian test halfback Johnathan Thurston has confirmed he will stay with the North Queensland Cowboys for another three years.11 May 01:54 AM
TechnologyiPadding - the cost of cutting edge coolHow much will the iPad cost in New Zealand? Still no idea, but it might pay to butter up the bank manager now.11 May 01:43 AM
