Latest from Avondale
Quake victim flees arson hit home
A father who lost his 8-month-old son in the February 22 earthquake says he and his young daughters would probably have died in one of a spate of suspected weekend arson attacks if he hadn't been woken by a neighbour...
Artisans: A toast to the baker from Bern
Switzerland: land of mountains, yodelling, chalets and fondue - so much to love.
Hail, lightning pummels Wellington
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...
Picture palaces: Cinemas with heart and art
When it comes to old-fashioned arthouse cinemas, Auckland is spoilt for choice, writes Cate Foster.
Four of the best: Library school holiday programmes
Right across Auckland, libraries are doing their bit to keep the munchkins busy.
My Auckland: Avondale
Sue Maloney works in teacher professional development in Henderson; her husband Julian owns the very cool Maloney's Barber shop in Victoria St in the CBD. They tell Alexia Santamaria why living in Avondale has worked out perfectly for them.
Christchurch earthquake: Rain the last straw for ruptured drains
Residents in Rue De La Mare were just starting to get on top of things after the Christchurch quake, and then the rain came.
A coming of age
On the eve of opening her own store, Viva spends the morning with designer Cybele Wiren.