TravelNapier: Peace pushes destruction asideNapier's Ahuriri district offers history with its coffee, says Matthew Wright.07 Apr 05:30 PM
New ZealandMichael Jones Eden Park statue gets green lightContractors Bonding Ltd have stumped up $300,000 to fund the project, which will be on permanent loan to the stadium.04 Apr 11:30 PM
WorldTroubling truths in the tracks of ChernobylAs nuclear fears rise around the world, Robin McKiere visits the scene of Ukraine's 1986 explosion.01 Apr 10:16 PM
TravelCentral Otago: Form and function gem from golden eraOphir's elegant O'Connell bridge was built to last, says Don Donovan.01 Apr 05:30 PM
TravelUzbekistan: The indelible presence of lost civilisationsSomething orange-coloured shone in the dry soil at my feet. I picked it up and rubbed off the dirt, revealing a small piece of terracotta, probably part of an ornamental tile to judge from the slight patterning. 31 Mar 04:30 PM
TravelUzbekistan: A conqueror's imposing legacyIn the ancient city of Samarkand stands a monument to the grandiose vision of a brutal warlord. Jim Eagles writes.30 Mar 04:30 PM
EntertainmentCelebrities' rubbish promises fans touch of megastar magicFortunes paid in belief items hold essence of star owner, study finds.29 Mar 04:30 PM
WorldTravelling roadshow for Gallipoli centenaryConvoy of huge semitrailers and Anzac peace centre among ideas going to advisory board.28 Mar 04:30 PM
EntertainmentBook Review: <i>Washington: A Life</i>Commander of the Continental Army which won the American colonies independence from Britain, first president of the United States: there's no doubt George Washington is one of the key figures who shaped the world we live in.27 Mar 04:30 PM
TravelNorthern Ireland: Indulge in a giant leap of imaginationThe top of Northern Ireland inspires a bit of blarney, writes Graham Reid.22 Mar 10:00 PM
WorldFind will rekindle interest in Aboriginal leaderThe grave of a famous Aboriginal leader has been discovered in a suburban front garden.22 Mar 04:30 PM
TravelFast cars to Latin lovers: Italy's top 15 cultural exportsIn honour of Italy's 150th birthday, John Walsh rounds up its top cultural exports.18 Mar 08:46 PM
WorldSaga of many familiesSimon Sebag Montefiore tells Stephen Jewell about writing ‘the greatest story ever told’ and why the history of Jerusalem is the story of the world.14 Mar 04:30 PM
WorldTokyo tsunami one of the biggest in recent historyA 10-metre-high tsunami ploughed into the Japanese coast on Friday, dashing ships into the shore, washing away houses and leaving devastation in its wake.11 Mar 08:15 AM
LifestyleFashion and fascismJohn Galliano's recent comments have put the spotlight on the links between designers and government.10 Mar 04:30 PM
