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Go Pro series: Conquering Aoraki Mt Cook

A 17-hour journey in one of our harshest environments ends in triumph.

Matt Heath's 'humiliating' moment at the VNZMAs

"Looking out at thousands of people not laughing is an interesting experience."

Going off at the deep end

Teen Frazer Tavener shares the thrill of high and spring board diving.

Meet our journalists: Senior Herald writer Simon Wilson

If I couldn't be a journalist. I'd... be lost.

Look but 'don't touch': When people ignore the exhibition signs

Some NZ museums and art galleries reveal what happens when people touch exhibits.

The Muscovy duck gang

The Muscovy duck gang

The gorgeous golden-retriever cross

JT was found wandering the streets in January and quickly became an SPCA favourite

My rescue pet: Hans the lonesome rabbit

Hans was alone and scared when he was found wandering the streets by himself.

Ambulance officer mixes music and healthcare

Duncan Chisholm is a St John emergency medical technician and a DJ in his spare time.

Skip the heart theft

Skip was found in a clothing bin after his cries were heard outside

My Rescue Pet: Denver's true colours

Abandoned and chained up with no food and dirty water was the reality for the dog Denver

Japanese stone therapy to release toxins

Cooler than a typical sauna, reporter finds stone therapy "tolerable".

New home for Darryn the rescued rooster

Darryn is in control of nine hens at his new home.

Take a hike to Thames' Crosbies Hut

It is worth the effort to get to Crosbies Hut near Thames for the view of the Pinnacles.

Vintage bike sold in 30 sec for Greytown store

Pashley has called the Greytown store its most beautiful retailer in the world.

Coromandel: It's getting hot in here

When the time is right Te Puia provides a unique experience.

Ways to unwind: Salt Cave Halotherapy

It's meant to be good for all sorts of health conditions.

Got To Get Out: Cape Brett Lighthouse

Got To Get Out: Cape Brett Lighthouse