On a thrilling river cruise, Jim Eagles enjoys watching the evening rituals of Borneo's cheeky, tree-dwelling locals.

Lauraine Jacobs heads to Bon Ton, the tiny resort on the island of Langkawi that's a favourite of Rick Stein.

An eye-catching Malaysian resort mixes pleasure and responsibility, finds P.K. Stowers.

Deep in the Borneo bush, Jim Eagles breaks off from his tour group to snoop on some proboscis monkeys.

A whale of a tale about a $6 billion superyacht is soon consigned to history ... but not soon enough.

Malaysia is a country of contrasts, from luxurious beachside resorts to geothermal areas and vibrant cities. Photos by Dean Purcell.

Chill off Gillard as refugee deal signed and carbon-levy approval edges up.

A Malaysian resort is a great place to recuperate after a nerve-jangling encounter with a cuddly local.

Derek Cheng samples some toe-curling cuisine on the streets of the Philippines and Malaysia.

From the bustling metropolis of Kuala Lumpur to secluded tropical beaches, Malaysia has something for every traveller's taste.

A captivating journey helps Helen van Berkel forget her worries.

The New Zealand men's hockey team have broken their duck in spectacular fashion at the Sultan Azlan Shah Cup in Malaysia last night.

From butter prawns to tea and scones, expect the unexpected when dining in Malaysia, says Helen van Berkel.

From the view of high-rise buildings dominating the capital city to hidden sights of sprawling plantations and wet markets, Malaysia has the experience to delight all visitors.

Australia and Malaysia have struck a deal whereby 800 asylum seekers bound for Australia would be diverted to Asia.

The Malaysian authorities are at the centre of an increasingly heated row after it emerged that 66 Muslim boys identified by teachers as "effeminate" had been dispatched to a special camp to discourage them from becoming gay.

The three Kiwis are well off the pace after the opening round of the European Tour's Malaysian Open.

AirAsia is doing its bit to help with the restoration of Christchurch.

India, Iran, Canada and Kenya are just some of the countries represented at the Rainforest World Music Festival, which takes place in the heart of the lush Borneo jungle.

Chicken satay is probably the Malaysian food we know best. One of Auckland's best Malaysian chefs shares his recipe.