An Urban Reset retreat aims to recharge bodies and minds exhausted by the daily grind.

The sophisticated menu at Waiheke vineyard Te Motu's restaurant The Shed is astonishingly good.

This has been something of an institution since its opening seven or so years ago and it's easy to see why.

I don't take great trouble to disguise my identity when I eat out. The photo above may suggest some coyness, but I am unmasked on the Herald's website. I book in an assumed name and the Professor usually takes the lead when we arrive. But that's it.

There are many beautiful beaches to base yourself on Waiheke. We chose Onetangi.

Avoid the pre-Christmas madness and invest in some healthy healing time on Waiheke Island.

Donna McIntyre sets out in search of the Hauraki Gulf's bounty on a fishing charter boat.

Waiheke's sculpture trail is but a starting point for a day of admiring glorious views.

Discover the pleasures and treasures of Waiheke from the comfort of your own car.

Former England captain Phil Vickery is encouraging the English rugby fans to make the trip to New Zealand.

When it comes to old-fashioned arthouse cinemas, Auckland is spoilt for choice, writes Cate Foster.

Waiheke winemaker Kim Goldwater has donated a 14ha section of his vineyard to the University of Auckland.

Good food and wine reward your exertions on a new Waiheke track, writes Donna McIntyre.

There's something wonderfully decadent about dining out yet being in your own private room. One of the most fabulous eateries to cross the Viva radar recently is the underground cellar at Cable Bay vineyard on Waiheke Island.

Libby Nicholson-Moon finds 10 of the best cafes for Sunday brunch.

Three talented Waiheke artists open the doors of their studios and reveal how their home, workplace and surrounding environment is imperative to their inspiration.