Don't know what to do this weekend? We've handpicked five great things to do around Auckland.

Dinner and a movie is the best way to spend a wintery evening during the film festval, writes Dionne Christian.

Elisabeth Easther spoke to Andrew Vivian about Pukekohe's many charms.

Two months ago, Auckland Philharmonia Orchestra enchanted us with a concert of composers from Bartok to Manuel de Falla, inspired by folksong.

David Hill wonders if he is the only one who finds some aspects of Te Papa's Gallipoli exhibition distasteful.

Exploring life through the lens is a fantastic way to spend the school holidays, writes Dionne Christian.

'C'mon, let's find the secret chamber.' Dionne Christian's youngsters race ahead of her on this special mission.

Steamy soaking for adults or frolicsome fun for kids, nothing beats a toasty pool for banishing winter chills, discovers Sarah Ell.

The new girl has unpacked her trunk and settled in, says Dionne Christian.

Expect a gathering of crazy wharf jumpers at Russell's Birdman Festival, writes Donna McIntyre.

Matariki brings a full calendar of events to enjoy over the next month.

Tonight, the New Zealand Symphony Orchestra marks the last appearance of conductor Pietari Inkinen as music director and the Auckland debut of violinist Karen Gomyo.

Trotting out to West Auckland for a day of equestrian events, Elisabeth Easther discovered the charms of Woodhill Sands Equestrian Centre.