Thousands of fans who took the train to last week's 'family friendly' Rugby World Cup opening celebrations had a horrifying night they would rather forget.

Why have one team, when you can have two? Danielle Wright finds adopting a team is adding to the excitement, as well as providing international visitors with a feeling of familiarity and somewhere to celebrate.

Gill South doses up on the vitamin C and though she is feeling the benefits, the jury is out on its effects.

A meth dealer owned a $2.4m home with his young family while drugs were cooked nearby in a motel.

Cooking school facilities bear testament to the flexibility of this refined, yet relaxed, family home.

Transition Towns - communities readying themselves for a post-petroleum world - are quietly popping up in New Zealand suburbs.

Japanese flair meets 70s retro in this detailed and polished gem.

Big family? No problem. This warm and spanking-new split-level home in a swish location has space in abundance.

The many-splendoured rooms of a genteel Victorian home captivate Penny Lewis.

One in five winter sports games is cancelled in Auckland, leaving players disappointed and clubs frustrated.

Cool meets kid-friendly in this spacious and meticulously renovated family home.

We should have the courage to question one-size-fits-all advice on parenting, writes Shelley Bridgeman.

The open-plan interior of this European-style home lends a flow to family life, while smart technology and eco-friendly touches make for efficient living.

This 1910 villa is deceptively spacious inside and out.

Privacy cloaks this grand home and its many fine features.

There are few shopping outings more fun and fascinating than exploring vintage stores on a lazy weekend afternoon. Libby Nicholson-Moon uncovers some of the best in Auckland.

This Prairie-style dwelling is a living testament to Auckland's architectural history.

Kingsland-to-Britomart trains will use both lines to quickly clear Eden Park.

Lots of heart and soul went into creating this grand home.