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Museum fears knock-on effect of law change
Auckland War Memorial Museum fears a proposed law change will have the unintended consequence of making it trickier to accept donated objects.
Our biting spiders don't deserve a bad press
In part two of this series on things that sting and bite, the experts look at spiders and sort fact from fiction.
Bright blue menace real threat to fun in the waves
In a four-part series, experts take a look at the toxic surprises that could be lurking in the backyard, beach or bush - or even the bathroom - this summer. We start with a look at the beach.
Weekend leisure: Go out and have a ball
This softball team of American expats and friends treat their game as a social event, on and off the field, writes Kirsten MacFarlane.
Warm up with winter fun
Wondering what to do for school holidays? Danielle Wright investigates.
Fleeting visit by BMW's vision of future
Aucklanders will get to see BMW's investment in new technologies, writes Alastair Sloane
Weekend leisure: Water, water everywhere
Auckland Museum's flash new interactive exhibition explores the deeper meanings of H2O. Jacqueline Smith dives in.
Interactive exhibition makes a splash
Surrounded by 360 degree screens, Aucklanders can become a "human mouse" at the War Memorial Museum's first large-scale interactive show.
The jumbo question: For or against Auckland's new elephants?
New elephants are coming to Auckland Zoo - but not everyone is happy about it. We look at the arguments for and against the council's $3.5 million new attractions
A visitor's taste of Auckland
The RWC will attract lots of hungry visitors. Virgil Evetts set out to see how well our main attractions cater for tourists food-wise.
Call for consultation over Hone Heke's remains
Northland Maori leaders are calling for all Ngapuhi to be involved in determining a final resting place for Hone Heke’s bones.
Anzac Day: Making memories
Anzac Day is a time for children to learn about the sacrifices of past generations. Diana Clement looks at what's on offer for families around Auckland this year.
Anzac Day parades around the country
How you can pay your respects to our war veterans at various places around NZ this Anzac Day.
TV Pick of the week: Anzac Day coverage
While many will be up early on Monday for dawn services, for those who prefer to stay in their pyjamas, but still pay their respects, Maori Television's Anzac Day coverage starts at 5.50am.
Trawling Auckland's historic treasure troves
Tired of taking the kids to the usual big museums during the school holidays? Virgil Evetts discovers Auckland contains many smaller collections worth a visit.
ASB, Vodafone hit for millions after power price spike
Soaring wholesale power prices last week have prompted complaints from 14 organisations, including ASB bank, Telecom, Vodafone and the owner of the Marsden Point oil refinery.
Investing in Auckland still a priority - PM
The massive bill for rebuilding Christchurch will not put the Government off spending more money on Auckland, Prime Minister John Key says.