An Otago tourist attraction is an intriguing mix of art and artefacts, says Jim Eagles.

Six Dunedin schools are set to be merged or closed because of falling rolls, Anne Tolley says.

So where do you look to diversify when you've already got substantial interests in seafood, shipping, tourism and property?

A professor nominates the 200 books that will teach you more than you will learn at University.

Sir Edmund Hillary's children have blocked his widow from selling his historic watches.

An Otago University molecular biologist has been awarded New Zealand's top science and technology honour, the 2010 Rutherford Medal.

A panel of experts has recommended retaining neurosurgery services at both Dunedin and Christchurch hospitals - a verdict met by cheering crowds.

This working station is an escape from modern life, says Sally Rae.

Redback spiders could thrive in some areas of NZ, posing a real threat to native wildlife, a scientist says.

The ruins of a huge 1870 woolshed show settler skills, writes Don Donovan.

New Zealand winemakers weren't pleased after one of the world's most respected wine critics, master of wine Jancis Robinson, pooh-poohed the country's pinot noir in a blind tasting.

Hey there's Queenstown. Upside down. It's an unexpectedly excellent way to admire some of the world's most spectacular alpine scenery.

Graphic images of the adverse health effects of smoking do deter young adult smokers and should be significantly increased in size, NZ research has found.