Bells and whistles have their place but hearty, good value food served up with some Italian warmth is more this Pt Chev staple's style.

Department of Conservation (DOC) officials have seized two nets and about 80 fish following reports of commercial fishing in a marine reserve in Auckland.

Natasha Francois and light sculptor Peter Roche live in Pt Chevalier in the distinctive building that used to house the Ambassador Theatre. Natasha tells Peta Stavelli what they love about the area.

Fancy a spot of golf followed by a soothing spa?

The home of high-profile councillor Cameron Brewer, this welcoming family retreat takes the stress out of busy lives.

Rosie and Andrew Bogle scour exotic destinations for treasure and display their finds at home for their grateful customers.

Stripping back a rundown Pt Chevalier home revealed its true character.

Our story on Auckland's Top 10 Playgrounds on October 10 drew a great response from readers, who have added to our suggestions.

How much is a main course in a restaurant? You know that, right?

How the west was won - from rail workers to timber millers and winemakers.

A new restaurant on Pt Chevalier Rd proves an enticing and good-value spot to dine.

A homage to the Maori showbands of the 1960s, the Titanics have all the harmonies, musicality, glamour and humour of their heroes.

John Banks and Len Brown came face-to-face last night for the first time on the Super City mayoral hustings, barely acknowledging one another.

A jury fins a 35-year-old man guilty of raping a 13-year-old in west Auckland and forcing her to smoke cannabis.

A High Court jury today watched a video interview with a 13-year-old girl who said she was forced to smoke cannabis before being raped in the bushes of an Auckland park last year.

A healthcare worker has been left 'disgusted' after finding a maggot in her McDonald's burger box.

Residents at an Auckland retirement village are about to meet their newest carer.