Police are investigating four robberies that occurred in Auckland overnight committed by a machete-wielding group.

South Islander Louise Mackenzie has made Auckland her base after eight years overseas. The business developer who shares a striking resemblance to Outrageous Fortune's Cheryl West tells us what she loves about her adopted home.

Quality smallgoods, dried delights and exotic produce are set to make their mark.

If you've run out of ideas to keep yourself busy these holidays Julie Harries has a novel idea guaranteed to get the suggestions flowing.

A summertime Christmas has many advantages when it comes to dessert.

Alistair Bailey of Whitianga enjoyed some well-prepared bread from Mr Burns at Glastonbury in the UK.

Viva has a few suggestions when it comes to choosing a place to eat for either breakfast, lunch or dinner on Father's Day.

A high profile Auckland Burger Fuel has defended its use of the 90-day employment law, under which it sacked a worker on the 89th day for questioning her work break entitlements.

The toxic sea slugs which sparked health warnings at Auckland beaches last year appear to be on their way back.

Begone beachy hair, the shift in seasons brings sleeker styles.