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Retail therapy: Taste it

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

Apartment death charge now murder

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.

Man admits killing friends in pursuit crash

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

It's party time in a cloud for the Cup

Resident slain in 23rd floor flat

A man is likely to be charged with murder or manslaughter after the death of a man in one of Auckland's most upmarket apartment buildings.

New 'party central' design

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

New 'party central' design released

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

Man likely to face homicide charge after apartment death

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.

Three of the best: Child-friendly cafes

To market, to market to buy ... everything

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

Wedding couples left in the lurch

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

Mentally ill killer's outings safe - Coleman

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.

Mentally ill killer released on leave

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.

<i>The Goldie Room</i>, Waiheke Island

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

<i>El Faro</i>, Auckland CBD

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

Turning over new leaves

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.