Villa Maria's Single Vineyard Keltern Hawkes Bay Chardonnay 2010 has once again made its mark as the best Chardonnay in New Zealand having collected five trophies from two shows over a two-week period.

With a number of international visitors about to arrive on our doorstep, Clutha District Council is asking local businesses, groups and individuals one question: are you match ready?

Research continues to reveal the health-giving qualities of potatoes, with the latest findings showing a daily dose can help lower your blood pressure - without any weight gain.

A new Rugby-themed billboard situated on the lakefront by local artist Donovan Bixley offers a bit of fun for passing tourists, locals and anyone who wants to see themselves in the big game.

Te Mania wines has built the World's biggest grapevine rugby ball to celebrate the World Cup in New Zealand. The ball measures a whopping 6 metres round and 4 metres tall.

Rotorua District Council (RDC) is seeking concepts from local artists for a mural at the city's In-Town Recycling Centre.

A two-month long region-wide celebration of all things Kiwi kicks off in Queenstown this week, giving visitors even more reasons to visit the four-season lake and alpine resort this spring.

While many dads will wake up to presents or breakfast in bed this Sunday, one group of men will be meeting in Blenheim to prepare for the South Island White Ribbon Ride.

Extensive refurbishment work has begun on a $250 million project to overhaul the interiors of nine Qantas Boeing 747-400 aircraft with the installation of state-of-the-art Airbus A380 style seats and in-flight entertainment units.

A mediation specialist is offering tactics on how to keep your cool and avoid fall-outs with family and friends during the Rugby World Cup.