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'I need to do this': Rhys Darby's going back to his roots
Darby says people still want to hold 'band meetings' with him.
From humble food truck to feeding Benedict Cumberbatch
After starting a mobile food service a van, an Auckland couple now cater to movie stars.
Rhys Darby: A monstrously ripping return of Godzilla plot
The people of Japan have seen an increase this year in the number of giant squid being caught along their coast, writes Rhys Darby.
Rhys Darby: My time in the sun with a very Modern Family
Last week I found myself jetting off to Australia to appear in an episode of Modern Family, writes Rhys Darby. "Being caught up in the media frenzy was quite a shock."
Rhys Darby: Keeping a cool hand - er, head - for auditions
Pilot season puts an expectant buzz in the Los Angeles air.
Rhys Darby: Love is all around you ...even at the tyre shop
The boring wonder that is Valentine's Day is nearly upon us again, Rhys Darby.
Rhys Darby: Patience key to marriage on warm Waikiki nights
The wife and I recently celebrated our 10th wedding anniversary in Hawaii, writes Rhys Darby. I was already booked to do a show there so the timing was perfect.
Rhys Darby: I'll knock off Everest just for a laugh - and to help save kids
I'm pleased to announce that this year I'll be attempting Everest. I mean it just seems to make sense doesn't it?
Rhys Darby: Keeping up with tech stuff can be baffling
Is it just me or does life feel like it's moving faster these days? The year is nearly over and yet I swear it was only yesterday I was partying like it was 1999.
Rhys Darby: It's all downhill on a trip to picturesque Rockies
I took the family on a bit of a winter jaunt last week.
Rhys Darby: Move over Paul Blart, a Kiwi mall guy's in store
You can lose yourself for three days in giant city-within-a-city, writes Rhys Darby.
Rhys Darby: Weird and wonderful is always bigger in Texas
As some of you may know, in my spare time I have an avid interest in the field of cryptozoology. Perhaps you've heard of my radio show called The Cryptid Factor.
Rhys Darby: Anti-comedian Kaufman still having the last laugh
I'm writing this having gained some recent information that if believed could rock your very world.
Rhys Darby: My time with David Letterman
Last week I performed on The Late Show with David Letterman. This was the gig I had been hoping to get for years, writes Rhys Darby.
Rhys Darby: Feel the fear and stare zombie death in face
Walking Denver's streets after a movie proves an apocalyptic experience for Rhys Darby.
Rhys Darby: Phone shoppers need more than retail therapy
Around 23 per cent of smartphone users said their most common time for shopping was during a meal, writes Rhys Darby. But wait, it gets worse - 7 per cent of those surveyed admitted to shopping online while listening to their spouse discuss work.
Rhys Darby: Forget dear old Santa, Halloween rules in US
Halloween fever has well and truly hit the States. As far as holidays go, I think it's fair to say that it's bigger than Christmas over here, writes Rhys Darby.
Rhys Darby: Jellyfish smacks are the nemesis of nuke plants
What's the go with jellyfish? They're so weird and we know so little about them.
Rhys Darby: We're walking on the wild side of Los Angeles
Hello and welcome to this, my 50th column for the Herald. Wow ... listen to those trumpets sounding.
Rhys Darby: Giant American airship no laughing matter
Air travel is about to take another giant leap of faith. Watch out everyone, an American company is bringing back the Zeppelin.
Rhys Darby: Slip slidin' away in LA
Slippery slope to embarrassment as past comes back to haunt me, writes Rhys Darby.
Rhys Darby: Pervy Nessie's back making waves in loch
Grab your binoculars and book your tickets because good ole Nessie's back in the news! Last week there was another sighting, writes Rhys Darby.
Rhys Darby: Who ya gonna call if your wallet is nicked?
As adults we have to take responsibility for our possessions and that's a lesson I'm constantly re-teaching myself, writes Rhys Darby.
Rhys Darby: 2013 - Endeavouring to enjoy a space oddity
I took the family to the California Science Centre last week to see the space shuttle Endeavour.