Switzerland: land of mountains, yodelling, chalets and fondue - so much to love.

A violent hail and thunder storm has caused two car crashes and left the ground "white like snow" in Wellington. Police have said the storm after 1:30pm had been the catalyst for two crashes...

When it comes to old-fashioned arthouse cinemas, Auckland is spoilt for choice, writes Cate Foster.

Right across Auckland, libraries are doing their bit to keep the munchkins busy.

On the eve of opening her own store, Viva spends the morning with designer Cybele Wiren.

Avondale Guineas will separate the contenders from 2400m pretenders.

Dominion and Manukau Rds cited as places where emissions of more concern.

Well-drawn Sierra Nevada could justify Otto's Derby aspirations.

Pack up the tent and the kids and head ... across town. We round up some unexpected campsites right here in Auckland.

Police are following a number of leads in the hunt for an armed bank robber following a front-page newspaper splash.

A developer is asking the courts to call off the Tree Council's crusade against him felling an 80-year-old Avondale pohutukawa.