LifestyleOlder does mean wiserThe over-55s use their brains more efficiently than their younger counterparts, say scientists.18 Oct 11:08 PM
LifestyleDoctors clash over fertility adviceExperts disagree over when single women who want children should resort to freezing their eggs.18 Oct 01:00 AM
Economy'Occupy' movement reaches New ZealandAlmost 2000 protesters plan to occupy Auckland's Aotea Square for the next six weeks.14 Oct 04:30 PM
TravelVenice Beach, Los Angeles, USAThe nature of Los Angeles is revealed along this world-famous strip of coastline.10 Oct 10:21 PM
TravelAlabama town finally gets beer at its OktoberfestThe party long billed as the world's only dry Oktoberfest is finally going wet.06 Oct 10:09 PM
EconomyClean energy: A faded shade of green At the start of this century, clean energy was all the rage. The revolution may still be happening, but it's taking its time, reports Peter Huck.22 Sep 05:30 PM
OpinionBrian RudmanBrian Rudman: Society better off fixing problems, not filling jails20 Sep 05:30 PM
TravelTitanic wreck tours offered to mark disaster's centenaryThe latest exotic expedition for the moneyed traveller is being organised for the centenary of the Titanic disaster.20 Sep 04:00 AM
OpinionJohn DrinnanMedia: Telecom bond with Saatchi faces testThe appointment of marketing boss Jason Paris means the advertising business looks more likely to go to pitch.15 Sep 05:30 PM
New ZealandNZ tuition fees among world highestTuition fees at New Zealand universities are among the highest in the world, according to a new report. New Zealand had the seventh-most expensive tuition fees for universities, with entrants paying more than $3600 a year. 15 Sep 06:15 AM
OpinionPaul Holmes: Our unique weekend of pain and joyWe'll remember 9/11, but we've also got the rugby and a brilliant city.09 Sep 05:30 PM
WorldOil rush begins as Arctic ice meltsAn estimate of 160 billion barrels has companies scrambling to drill in pristine ecosystem, writes Michael McCarthy.09 Sep 05:30 PM
