A wintry shot of air is going to affect the South Island for the next few days, especially the Deep South while showers and blustery winds move in to some parts of the North. On Sunday conditions ease then Monday a new low in the Tasman moves in with rain and warm northerlies. We also take a quick look at the weather conditions for Bathurst on Sunday and we end with a spectacular sunset photo of One Tree Hill.

Wrapping up 2012 here is the final episode ever of the Boil Up Herald series. Joining our regulars to say farewell are Trevor Mallard, Tau Henare, Mike King and Julian Wilcox.

President Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama are celebrating their 20th wedding anniversary today. Take a look as the President and First Lady describe the first moment they met, their first date and their first kiss. They share how the little moments keep their love strong and how their family inspires them every day. video courtesy of youtube/BarackObamadotcom

Star of the hit series 'Desperate Housewives' Eva Longoria, has graced New Zealand shores. As guest speaker for the new Shopping Channel which she will make a guest appearance, during her busy schedule she took time for a special press conference to answer questions about her Life & style, Shopping & her involvement in the Obama Presidential campaign.

Mr Key said he did not agree that the police's involvement in the case - where they gave an assurance to the GCSB that Mr Dotcom and Mr van der Kolk were foreign nationals - meant they were compromised on the issue. "They will take the complaint seriously even if I see it as a political stunt, which it is, they will take it seriously and make their own decision what they're going to do with it."

Philip Duncan from WeatherWatch interviews Clive Manley who is the Auckland Civil Defence controller about the new smartphone/iphone app made for the Auckland region to help and inform during an emergency.

Dick Smith, who founded Dick Smith Electronics, Australian Geographic and Dick Smith Foods speaking to kiwi business leaders at Tomorrow's Business Forum in Queenstown. This is the full extended speech.

Police took the media to the location that Rae Portman was found. The 33-year-old, who had close links to the drugs world, was last seen at the Mt Albert Motor Inn on June 20 - but it has emerged that she then visited a Papakura address before driving to Hamilton, where police believe she was murdered. The body was found hidden under "items'' yesterday afternoon at the rural address.

Woodstock Honey Fight for Life will be held on Saturday 15 December 2012 at The Trusts Stadium Arena in Waitakere. It has been announced that BIG Willie Mason will captain the rugby League team in the traditional rugby vs league match off. Mason's father passed away with cancer when Willie was only 17 years old, he has always dedicated money & time to support the fight against cancer. When presented with the opportunity to box in the fight for life he jumped at the chance.

Major General Dave Gawn explains the current situation for the NZ troops and shows the equipment used in the theatre. nzherald.co.nz talks to departing Capt. Chris Buerkeman and his wife Carley about the worries and fears of serving in Afghanistan. The contingent, made up of personnel from 2nd 1st Battalion Royal New Zealand Infantry Regiment (2/1 RNZIR) and supporting units, will be the 21st rotation to serve in Bamyan Province.

Herald writers Gregor Paul & Wynne Gray give their expert analysis & opinion on the All Blacks and their preparation to play Argentina before taking on the Springboks in South Africa.

Olympian and BMX Silver medalist Sarah Walker finally came home to where her story started; the small country town of Kawerau. Welcomed back by her parents, teachers and schools, Sarah reflects upon having a dream that any 'small town kid' can follow if they really want to.

Here's a 5 minute round up of what the World Heli Challenge 2012 was all about, The World Heli Challenge is an event held over 15 days based out of the Lake Hawea Hotel just outside of Wanaka. As far as video media goes, its invitational only with a total of 6 cinematographers from around the world chosen to go head to head to construct an individual impression on the WHC.

The medal ceremony at the Cloud, on Auckland's waterfront, was the first time an Olympic gold medal had been presented in New Zealand. Arms shot into the air under the rolling blue canopy of the Cloud. "Now I know, I can believe 100 per cent, that I am the Olympic champion," said Valerie Adams, New Zealand's belated gold medallist for winning the shot put at the London 2012 Olympic Games. "This is more than I expected," Adams said pulling out a tissue from her pocket as her eyes flushed red. She thanked New Zealand "for your love and support". "I do this for you, and I do this for our country."

A curious Hobbit, Bilbo Baggins, journeys to the Lonely Mountain with a vigorous group of Dwarves to reclaim a treasure stolen from them by the dragon Smaug.

Internet entrepreneur Kim Dotcom went to Parliament Wednesday afternoon for Question Time, he was seated in the public gallery directly opposite the National benches and across from Act leader John Banks' seat. He spoke to reporters outside about his thoughts on the John Banks saga.

Herald sports writers Gregor Paul and Wynne Gray give expert opinion and analysis after the All Blacks test against The Springboks in Dunedin, which saw Richie McCaw the recipient of a cheap blow from prop Dean Greyling who received a 2 week suspension for his efforts.

Every year at the APRA Silver Scroll Awards, the five finalist songs and winners of the Maioha and SOUNZ awards are covered by other New Zealand artists.

In this video, Kora cover Herbs' Rust In Dust as part of the band's induction into the New Zealand Music Hall Of Fame.

Thanks to APRA and Satellite Media.

Special guests Michael Jones, Frank Bunce and Pat Lam join the Boil Up regulars this week to put their balls on the table

Police have been out catching drink drivers. Officers breathalysed motorists on State Highway 1 south of Auckland as part of Operation Christopher. Police also used an ANPL - automated number plate recognition system - which instantly checks if a car has been stolen or used in a crime.

This is our video 'bomb'; All Black star Piri Weepu was being interviewed by media sideline at training before the test match against the Pumas Saturday, watch the cameraman in the background.

Mary-Ellen Prendergast of up-and-coming local fashion label, Shen, has an easy affinity with the Ballet. This artistic connection was explored in Shen’s SS 12/13 collection Naïve Romance and has now been fully realised through a stunning short film of the same name, featuring Royal New Zealand Ballet dancer Katherine Grange and filmed by renowned photographer, Stephen Tilley. Video courtesy PROCESS Fashion.

The 10-day performance training camp finally comes to a wrap. Check out this amazing clip where our Red Bull athletes give feedback on their experiences at the camp, and their take on the beautiful country of New Zealand.

New Zealand’s first building to be awarded 6 Green Stars in sustainable office design has opened its doors. The Geyser office building in Parnell, Auckland, has glass walls on all sides, is set above a 180-vehicle automated car park stacking system, and has 100 per cent fresh air. Designed by Andrew Patterson, the 5040-square metre Geyser has been designed to use 27 per cent of the energy of a typical office building of its size, require only half the artificial lighting, and use only half the water. nzherald.co.nz Business Reporter Ben Chapman-Smith spoke with Chief Architect Andrew Patterson. Excerpts of Geyser video courtesy of Buildmedia music by FC Kahuna/ Hayling

The New Zealand Herald Motorsport correspondent Eric Thompson chats with the legendary Bob McMurray to update what is happening in the world of motorsport.

'Special guests Michael Luck, James Maloney and Lewis Brown join the Boil Up regulars to put their balls on the table.

Louisa Wall is best known for getting the marriage equality bill passed into law. Video / Parliament TV

Same-sex marriage has become a near-certainty after legislation to allow it passed its first reading by a two-to-one margin. The size of the majority means the Marriage (Definition of Marriage) Amendment Bill is now expected to pass comfortably into law. Huge cheers from a full parliamentary chamber greeted the historic vote, in which 80 MPs favoured a law change and 40 opposed it.

Musician will.i.am addresses students at JPL during an event celebrating the first time in history that a recorded song has been beamed back to Earth from another planet. Credit: NASA/JPL-Caltech

This video shows chilling effects of whooping cough on babies Waikato mum Stacey Illingworth is sharing footage of her baby’s struggle with whooping cough to help prevent other parents going through the same trauma. Stacey and her daughter Sativah returned home to Te Aroha recently after spending five weeks in Waikato Hospital. Because Sativah was too young to be fully immunised against whooping cough (pertussis), Ms Illingworth is encouraging all parents to be immunised, and try and avoid contact with anyone who is unwell, especially if they have a cough. Video courtesy Waikato District Health Board. www.waikatodhb.health.nz/whoopingcough