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Art for sale: Auction market defies the downturn
Hard times haven't deterred auction-goers from putting up their hands to buy art, reports Lesley Springall
A nation divided: Inside the Urewera Four trial
Tame Iti and his colleagues weren't the only ones on trial for the past five weeks. The terrorism claims in the still-unresolved Urewera case have revealed deep divisions over Maori and Pakeha
Five North Island spots for a romantic Valentine's Day
Looking for somewhere special to take the one you love this Valentine's Day? Try one of these places, selected by travel blogger Megan Singleton. From an overnight cruise in the Bay of Islands to an LA-inspired hangout in Rotorua, there's something for every taste.
Bay of Islands: All at sea
Amanda Linnell finds a taste of the good life in the beautiful Bay of Islands.
Stars' luxury hideaway for sale
A multimillion-dollar luxury property on the Bay of Islands that has hosted world leaders, royalty and celebrities is for sale.
New Zealand's cops: The new blue line
The police are laying their ghosts to rest with different methods and a fresh culture, report Catherine Masters and Jared Savage
Is Katy Perry pregnant? 'Hell, no!'
Pop powerhouse Katy Perry takes aim at those persistent rumours she's expecting her first child with husband Russell Brand.
Russell: A dalliance with the Duke
The small historic Northland town of Russell has plenty to offer for a summer getaway, writes Susan Edmunds.
Russell: Northern lights
History is served up with gorgeous scenery and great food on a road trip to Russell, writes Susan Edmunds.
Property and shares push KiwiSaver winners
Some of the best performing KiwiSaver funds last year were also the worst performers in 2008, new figures show.