In the comfort zone in Herne Bay
The softened lines of this seaside home do not compromise style.
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Feeling the force in Herne Bay
Once saddled with a 'Darth Vaderish' vibe, this perfectly positioned home has been stylishly restored to the light side.
Weekend leisure: Reeling in a great catch
Devonport wharf is a popular spot for land-based fishermen.If you can't get out on the harbour on a boat, try these land-based fishing spots. James Russell reports.
The Dish: New around town
While most eateries took a break over the holiday period, there were a handful of industrious people opening new restaurants.
<i>Rabbithole Cafe</i>, Herne Bay
We came here because we weren't late for any important dates, but the name attracted us.
<i>Viva</i>'s 2010 Auckland takeout awards
Viva's team of experts gives its annual verdict on Auckland's best takeout spots for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
<i>Herne Bay Local</i>, Herne Bay
The lucky folks at Herne Bay know when they are on to a good thing.
Wedding couples left in the lurch
Wedding couples have been left scrambling for venues by the failure of a string of Auckland restaurant businesses.
My Auckland: Herne Bay
Venasio-Lorenzo Crawley, an executive general manager at insurer IAG, tells Ashley Campbell about the community spirit of his home suburb.
The Dish: Dutch flavour
New Herne Bay cafe Zus & Zo is dragging in the locals, but we think the secret should be shared.
<i>Buenos Aires Restaurant</i>, Herne Bay
They don't do a standing cordero asado at Buenos Aires in Herne Bay, but they do the next best thing.
<i>Buenos Aires Restaurant</i>, Herne Bay
A new Argentinian restaurant shows promise - if it can get the basics right.
The Dish: A taste of France
Nothing beats the smell of coffee and freshly baked croissants first thing in the morning.
Bringing Bali into the backyard
When a friend was selling a Herne Bay villa, a couple newly back in Auckland jumped at the chance.
<i>Gables Speight's Ale House</i>, Herne Bay
The takeover of a Herne Bay institution is completed in a rush, causing a few hiccups.
<i>Vinnies</i>, Herne Bay
Excellent cuisine makes up only one part of a restaurant experience.
$1m addresses on the increase
What do you think is the country's most expensive street? The answer might surprise you.
Something old, something new
A gamble paid off for an Auckland couple doing up a 1920s bungalow.
Colouring in interiors
A Herne Bay apartment-dweller has no qualms about changing her colour scheme to match her moods and accessories.
<i>Jervois Steak House and Saloon</i>, Herne Bay
A meal out at a well-known Herne Bay eatery doesn't quite to live up to expectations.
<i>Audrey Young:</i> Cowboys shoot it out as MPs corralled
Thoughts of Brokeback Mountain lead Brownlee to decline rival's invitation.