Climbing the walls this school holidays? Get them out climbing real ones instead at supervised walls around the region.

Sustainable Coastlines led a group of 900 volunteers that removed over 42,000 pieces of rubbish from Auckland's North Shore beaches and waterways.

Joining a cycling group is a fun way to stay motivated when it comes to exercise, writes Diana Clement.

Tired of taking the kids to the usual big museums during the school holidays? Virgil Evetts discovers Auckland contains many smaller collections worth a visit.

Logan Grainger, accountant, and Justine Varrel, project manager and mum, are long time locals of the Duders Point part of Devonport. Logan tells Cate Foster why the area is so special to him.

The Independent Police Conduct Authority has cleared police in two incidents but found an officer's actions in a Waikato "undesirable".

Ocean replaces desert in a piece of Palm Springs on the North Shore.

For a breather from the city, explore the pockets of bush and wetland nestled in suburbia.

We had scarcely taken our seats at this small and well-reviewed Takapuna eatery before owner John Ingle was beside us.

In this Ron Sang-designed classic, a bow-shaped deck makes the home seemingly float above the lake.

Built in 1943 and overflowing with Gatsby-esque glamour, this landmark Art Deco estate offers a truly unique lifestyle in a superb North Shore location.

A protester who climbed a refrigeration company building on Auckland's North Shore early today and refused to come down was shot with a police taser gun.

A freezing London night didn't dampen the spirits of Kiwis with thoughts of home, writes Stephen Jewell

Anil Sharma and Rachel Jones arrived in Freemans Bay eight years ago from Britain, via Palmerston North. Rachel tells Catherine Smith what the family loves about the area.

Rebecca Barry talks to Kiwi opera singer Kristen Darragh about her drive to perform around the world.

Amanda Taylor-Ace had a dream and, through the sheer force of her personality, made it her reality, upping sticks and creating a most enviable life in France.

The good ol' cuppa is riding a new wave of popularity. Nicky Pellegrino reports on the explosion of boutique teas that are a far cry from the humble English breakfast.