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Auckland from A to Z
If you've run out of ideas to keep yourself busy these holidays Julie Harries has a novel idea guaranteed to get the suggestions flowing.

Double-murder accused already facing fraud charges
The man charged with two murders in a $3 million mansion is also facing a separate Serious Fraud Office case.

Community spirit alive in Grey Lynn
Catherine Smith finds a family haven on a child-friendly, inner-city street.

Life on the edge
Set virtually on the beach, this home takes its design cue from a lighthouse - even featuring a 'celestial window'.

<i>Ponsonby Road Bistro</i>, Ponsonby
A Ponsonby Rd eatery proves itself worthy of a repeat visit.

Double murder accused named
The identity of a man accused of two murders in a $2 million mansion can now be revealed. Name suppression was lifted on a 51-year-old who was charged with the murders of two men in the Auckland suburb of Mt Albert.

Big Day Out 2011: <b>Live Blog </b>
Whether you are coming to the festival when you finish work, you can't go this year at all, or you're so mobile-internet-savvy you're there already but still want to know what we think, keep this window open all day.

Last minute court order stops the digger
News of a court order to halt the demolition of three art deco cottages turned protesters' anger to joy yesterday.

The Dish: New around town
While most eateries took a break over the holiday period, there were a handful of industrious people opening new restaurants.

Fashion Plates: Billie Rogers and Emily Littler
In the lead-up to their appearance at the Big Day Out, Billie Rogers and Emily Littler share their style preferences with Viva.

Art deco houses set for demolition
Three houses which heritage advocates are trying to save will be demolished within days. About 15 protesters remain on the street.

Antioxidants may improve chance of conceiving - research
Couples trying for a baby may find it easier to conceive if the male takes antioxidant supplements, new research suggests.

Lisa Black's favourite things
Using taxidermy for her art is just one of the eclectic loves of Lisa Black.

Turua St protesters vow to lie in front of bulldozers
Protesters have vowed to lie in front of the bulldozers to save historic cottages set for demolition today.