Singer-songwriter Jack Johnson is heading back to our shores soon. By Paula Yeoman.

Redback spiders could thrive in some areas of NZ, posing a real threat to native wildlife, a scientist says.

If you really want to appreciate a garden, you need to stay in it, writes Chris Samsara.

A blind couple from Mali will be the stars of what is one of the strongest Womad line-ups in years when the three-day world music festival returns in March.

A severe weather warning has been issued as heavy rain and gales are expected to hit areas across the country.

Two firefighters have been injured - one of them seriously - battling a large fire at a poultry farm near New Plymouth.

You'll be surprised what's behind them, writes Chris Samsara.

Taranaki handed Southland their first loss of the ITM Cup season last night with a convincing performance in New Plymouth.

NIWA's latest seasonal outlook predicts temperatures in all regions are likely to be above average from October to December.

Wellington professional Gareth Paddison is looking to make it two from two when the Charles Tour's Taranaki Open starts tomorrow.