Topshop's new affordable and on-trend makeup line will soon be stocked in New Zealand at Takapuna's The Department Store.

It was the best of times. It was the worst of times. In this tale of two buildings, Margot McRae looks at the past year in Devonport.

Auckland's maritime military past, present and future are put on fine display at the new Navy Museum in Devonport, writes Jim Eagles.

Spooky tunnels and historic weapons keep young and old entertained at Auckland's North Head, writes Jim Eagles.

It's a shame the path around Devonport's North Head isn't quite complete, writes Jim Eagles.

The first Auckland Council has been decided, and it has a centre-left look about it, which will make life easier for Super Mayor Len Brown.

Take inspiration for your garden by visiting these exquisite country spreads.

Devonport is one of those places that no one ever properly leaves," says Virgil. "It's like an elastic band. People may move away, but they always come back. It gets into the soul.

There was no shortage of fantastical creatures on show at last night's NZ Body Art Awards.

Warm to the idea of growing tropical fruit, says Janice Marriott.

We sent our two experts out to find Auckland's best playgrounds. Diana Clement reports back.