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Interiors: Ticking the boxes
Two years of searching for a house paid off when an Auckland couple found a 105-year-old villa.

<i>Mikano</i>, Mechanics Bay
I was looking forward to a Sunday roast at Mikano as a chance to revisit childhood memories.

Vintage pub's boutique claims grossly misleading, says guest
An old central Auckland pub has attracted visitors by advertising itself as a "boutique hotel".

China trial for Auckland slaying will make history
The man accused of murdering Auckland taxi driver Hiren Mohini last year will stand trial in China next month...

Gill South: Wrinkle little star
Gill South plays a Remuera lady for a day, getting herself an anti-ageing facial at Lucy & the Powder Room.

Girl dies in horror highway car crash
Motorists arriving on the scene of a road smash rushed to comfort two critically injured young girls.

Toasting the French
With Bastille Day coming up, Danielle Wright takes a look at where to find a slice of France Downunder.

Weekend leisure: Bring me sunshine
Dionne Christian discovers The Edge's Pick & Mix programme is just the ticket to brighten up your winter days.

My Auckland: Panmure
Family connections are a big part of Panmure's appeal for Awhina Rawiri, daughter Alysha and grandson Kingston who live together, minutes away from the Waipuna Basin in Panmure. Auckland Museum educator Awhina tells Melanie Cooper her ties to the suburb.