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Tiritiri Matangi: Domain of the birds
Jim Eagles gleefully celebrates the resurgence of Tiritiri Matangi's kokako.

My happy place: Mahurangi to Pakiri Beach
Museum consultant and artist, Dr Rodney Wilson, shares his happy place with us.

Auckland City takes a big break
On land or at sea there are stacks of things to do this Auckland Anniversary weekend.

Attacked girl's mum seeks diversion
A mother who allegedly attacked her daughter's bully is seeking diversion. The Helensville mother allegedly slapped...

Kumeu: Port and posh nosh
In Auckland's rural west, Kumeu is lavishly blessed with appetite-teasing treats.

Doubling the odds: Where to support your second fave team
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.

A shining new showcase for New Zealand art
As Auckland Art Gallery reopens its doors today, Linda Herrick walks through its marvellous collection of New Zealand art.

Kaiwaka: Land of cheese and honey
Cate Foster puts flowers in her hair and follows the hippie trail to the pukeko bridge and the charming Northland town of Kaiwaka.