Auckland actor Charlie McDermott counts fashion, art and design mementos among his favourite things.

Three hot new jewellery brands to look out for.

As runners limber up to run 42.195km for the Auckland Marathon on Sunday, some may want to reflect on the ancient origins of the day.

Edible cosmetics are the latest beauty industry idea to get you spending on your interior as well as exterior.

Mohammad Hamid-Zadeh appeared in Auckland District Court this afternoon charged with the murder of Farasad Razani, who was found dead at the upmarket Quadrant apartments.

A man has admitted killing his two friends when he sped away from police and crashed into two power poles.

See an artist's conception of what "party central" on Auckland's Queens Wharf will resemble with the revamped design of a temporary structure called "The Cloud". Images / NZ Govt

The revamped design for the troubled Rugby World Cup "party central" on Auckland's waterfront is a structure that has been dubbed "The Cloud".

A 31-year-old man is likely to be charged with murder or manslaughter after the death of his apartment-mate in Auckland city overnight.

A 31-year-old man has been arrested and charged with assault after a man's body was found in an Auckland apartment today.

Backers say innovative system would be cheaper than rail for Auckland.

Technology developed in New Zealand is being sold to overseas research labs.

Of course the Commonwealth Games went off without a hitch. What's that? You call those hitches? Obviously you have never been to India.

The Fletcher family of Waiheke tell Donna McIntyre why they love living on an island in the Hauraki Gulf.

Wedding couples have been left scrambling for venues by the failure of a string of Auckland restaurant businesses.

Auckland's farmers' markets are booming, but don't forget the city's traditional markets.

The Associate Health Minister says he is confident it is safe for a schizophrenic man who beat a friend to death to be out unescorted in public, despite the victim's brother's pleas.

A schizophrenic man who beat a friend to death after being released from psychiatric care - despite telling staff he wanted to kill someone - is allowed back into the community without supervision.

A beacon of Spanish cuisine is a welcome addition to Auckland city's dining choices.

Sharing platters in gorgeous surrounds on a relaxed island is the perfect way to get into the summer spirit.

Chef Stephanie Alexander is visiting our shores to promote an extension of her Aussie programme to help teach children about growing, harvesting and sharing food.

An Auckland pet shop manager is pleading for the return of three puppies snatched from under her nose and in full view of security cameras.

Auckland businessman Martyn Scott has been remanded in custody after today pleading guilty to stealing $1.4m from a family-owned company.

The mother of a man killed by a driver trying to escape a brawl says his death has left an unseen hole in her heart.