WorldPensioner's treasure at the bottom of her bagAn English pensioner who almost sold off an unwanted brooch for £10 has seen the item fetch more than £36,000 at auction.02 Aug 09:07 PM
TravelSpain: Where to stay in CordobaOne of the brightest stars in the Andalusian firmament, the city of Cordoba has long been one of that region's prime destinations. 02 Aug 04:00 AM
TravelLayer Marney Tower, Essex, EnglandThe setting for the show of revelations is a drawcard for punters as well as tourists.01 Aug 08:56 PM
TravelTravel gadget: TomTom Start 10I took the TomTom Start 10 with me to Europe because it's very small and easy to pack.01 Aug 05:00 PM
TravelVenice taxes visitorsRising sea levels and more frequent winter storms are threatening the city of Venice. City officials are looking at ways of paying for its survival.29 Jul 09:44 PM
OpinionCatherine Field: For Italy's young there's no place like homeSixty per cent of Italians aged 18 to 34 still live with their parents, the highest percentage of young stay-at-homes anywhere in Europe.29 Jul 09:25 PM
Small BusinessCrisis to rival 2008 credit crunch if US debt talks failHigher interest rates and an economic shock could be in store for Kiwis if US debt crisis talks fail.29 Jul 05:30 PM
New Zealand'Beautiful, caring' girl confirmed dead in Norway massacreThe family of a NZ-born girl killed in a Norway terror attack are mourning their "beautiful, caring and vigorous girl"....27 Jul 08:02 PM
New ZealandSilence observed for Norway victimsRed balloons have released at Parliament this lunchtime, as the New Zealand Labour Party held a commemorative ceremony for those who lost their lives in Norway's bombing and mass shooting.26 Jul 12:29 AM
