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Gardening: A burgeoning bounty
Now's the time to reap the rewards of hard work by eating your way through the summer harvest, writes Justin Newcombe.
Setting the wheels in motion
Exercise, fresh air and new perspectives await those who venture on to Auckland's off-road cycleways, writes Kirsten Warner.
Gardening: Save your basil from a slug fest
Landscape gardener and Life columnist Justin answers your question.
Crest of the good life in Dairy Flat
You'll feel like masters of the valley if you move to this spacious home.
Harvey hits back at 'party central' criticism
The Rugby World Cup "party central" will be "a destination second to none" and will be ready in time for the event, Auckland Waterfront Development Agency chairman Bob Harvey says.
The Wellington to stand guard for Auckland regatta
Every year a Navy ship is selected to lead the Auckland Anniversary Regatta. Loaded with VIPs and Navy crew, the vessel becomes the guard ship for the regatta and is the platform from which races are started.
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.
Sanctuary for all seasons in Beach Haven
This charming home has served its owners well through several life phases.
Five of the best: Regatta viewpoints
It's all happening on the water this weekend - we round up some of the best spots to catch the yachting action.
Royal treatment in Takapuna
Takapuna's landmark 'castle' has been brought into the 21st century with a stylish, no-expenses-spared renovation befitting its superior position and aristocratic bearing
Five of the best: Urban campsites
Pack up the tent and the kids and head ... across town. We round up some unexpected campsites right here in Auckland.
Memories are made of this in Stanley Pt
It's time for a new family to make history in this heritage home.
<i>Tongue & Groove Cafe</i>, Birkenhead
We came here because the cafe formerly known as Lounge had undergone a reincarnation and we were curious.
Under the volcanoes
Auckland is home to more than 50 volcanic cones and craters. Diana Clement explores just a few.
Two critical after car and rubbish truck collide
Alcohol and speed appear to have been factors in a crash which left two people critically injured on Auckland's North Shore today, police say.
$13m Lotto win yet to be claimed
One lucky Aucklander is yet to claim a late Christmas present of a cool $13 million Lotto win.
Less is more: The joys of being a minimalist
Rebecca Barry meets a group of New Zealanders for whom life means much more than material possessions.