Photos20 stylish beach essentialsHeading to the beach today? Get the sand beneath your toes in style with these essentials.25 Dec 05:00 PM
New ZealandMy Christmas day plansFashion insiders and foodies share how they plan to spend the special day.23 Dec 05:00 PM
TravelWhen in ... MangawhaiThey call it Magical Mangawhai, and with its beautiful beach, great food and proximity to Auckland we can see why.22 Dec 12:00 AM
New ZealandDoes coconut oil live up to its superfood hype?You can cook with it, moisturise with it and now studies show that it may even ward off Alzheimer’s. Sarah Hughes looks into the coconut oil craze.21 Dec 05:00 PM
New ZealandMy Weekend: Jane Mason of Polka ChocolatesCold pressed juices and waterfront jogs are on this chocolate maker’s agenda.19 Dec 02:00 AM
New ZealandAngela Casley's picnic perfect recipesAngela Casley serves up three delicious offerings for summer days.18 Dec 11:00 PM
New ZealandRecipe: Carrot, nut and currant saladStart your summer off on a high with Angela Casley's tasty fresh salad.18 Dec 11:00 PM
New ZealandRecipe: Fresh cherry and almond cakeMake the most of cherries while they're in season and finish off your picnic with a large slice of this festive cherry and almond cake.18 Dec 11:00 PM
New ZealandRecipe: Angela Casley's summer quichePerfect to take for a picnic or to whip up when unexpected visitors turn up for lunch.18 Dec 11:00 PM
New ZealandWaikare Komene's favourite thingsArchitect and community co-ordinator Waikare Komene shares his favourite things.18 Dec 07:00 PM
New ZealandThe Dish: This week's food newsCheck out this week's food finds, from where to dine to last minute Christmas gifts.18 Dec 02:00 AM
New ZealandPetite Kitchen's three-ingredient walnut cakeEleanor Ozich of Petite Kitchen creates a simple flourless cake using three ingredients.17 Dec 11:00 PM
New ZealandWriter Anissa Ljanta's city breakThe writer with a homemade, green-living aesthetic on her summer plans.17 Dec 09:00 PM
New ZealandChristine Sharma of Ruby and her beach holiday plansThe managing director of Ruby will spend summer with family at Whiritoa beach.17 Dec 07:00 PM
New ZealandI Want Your Job: Art manager Ana MiskellAna Miskell spends her weekdays dreaming up sets for one of New Zealand's most-loved TV shows.17 Dec 06:00 PM
New ZealandMakeup artist Amber D's summer getawayIt's been a massive year of travel for Lorde's makeup artist.17 Dec 04:00 AM
New ZealandThe grape quizHow much have you absorbed from the world of wine this year? Take Jo Burzynska’s annual quiz to find out.17 Dec 03:00 AM
New ZealandThe best sun smart beauty for summerRoll on those lazy, hazy, crazy days of summer. We’ve got it covered, says beauty editor Janetta Mackay.17 Dec 01:00 AM
New ZealandNici Wickes' favourite restaurant reviews of 2014Nici Wickes toasts a year of fabulous eating and the amazing people behind Auckland’s dynamic restaurant scene, with a look back at some of her favourite reviews of 2014.16 Dec 11:00 PM
New ZealandCelebrating 30 years of ServillesIt has been 30 years since Paul Serville first put his name on a salon and, says beauty editor Janetta Mackay, he remains a driving force in the industry he loves.16 Dec 08:00 PM
New ZealandPostcard from ParisTo celebrate the opening of Dior’s first New Zealand flagship store, the Viva fashion team took to the streets of Montmartre to capture the iconic brand’s vibrant new accessories.16 Dec 07:00 PM
New ZealandDior DownunderAs Dior opens its new Auckland boutique, here are five things you need to know about the French fashion house.16 Dec 06:00 PM
New ZealandBeauty how-to: The best hair looks for summerThe experts at Vada Salon share tips on how to create some easy dos16 Dec 05:00 PM
New ZealandThe fall of Gucci's golden coupleThe brand’s sacking of its top team reflects the changing fortunes of luxury fashion, says Maxine Frith.16 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandDress to impress at the tennis this summer (+WIN)Juliette Hogan and Working Style share their tips for top tennis style.15 Dec 08:30 PM
New ZealandTo pre or not to pre: that is no longer the questionHow much do pre-collections matter, asks Alexander Fury.15 Dec 12:13 AM
New ZealandRoad trip refuelling: where to stop these holidaysOld and new favourites for a drink, icecream or sit-down meal on the road.14 Dec 05:00 PM
New ZealandThe rise of multi-sensory diningMulti-sensory dining experiences see fine food and the arts intersect, writes Jo Burzynska.12 Dec 11:00 PM
New ZealandGreat gifts for wine loversA collector, an entertainer, a dog lover. Pour a little thought into gifting wine, says Jo Burzynska.12 Dec 03:00 AM
New ZealandMy Christmas: Jackie Grant, co-owner of the Hip GroupOne of our favourite restaurateurs shares her plans for the festive season.12 Dec 12:00 AM
