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Food, family, home, garden and weekend ideas from across Aotearoa.
Mak, a five-year-old golden retriever from Diamond Harbour, is preparing for rare jaw surgery after years spent helping people across Canterbury as a therapy dog.
Thu, 23 July 2026
A Christchurch Air New Zealand captain is preparing for a second brain surgery after a routine concussion check led to the discovery of a brain tumour.
Thu, 23 July 2026
Tai Tapu Primary School hosted Selwyn students for an Enviroschools day built around student leadership, restoration and everyday environmental projects.
Tue, 7 July 2026
A new picture book series by Christchurch broadcaster Adam Percival and Matt Wild gives Sumner a starring role in a national children's story, with creative input from a Bluey animation director.
Tue, 9 June 2026
Wearables and health apps have turned ordinary routines into streams of data, but experts and everyday users are still debating whether the numbers make people healthier or simply more anxious.
Sat, 23 May 2026
New discussion around body clocks and exercise is challenging the idea that the best workout is simply the one people can fit in.
Wed, 20 May 2026
Errol Miller has been recognised by his peers with an 80-year bandsman pin — one of the rarest honours in New Zealand brass band culture — celebrating a musical career that has spanned the best part of a century.
Fri, 8 May 2026
A Kiwi living in Australia has sparked discussion about whether everyday healthy living is easier across the Tasman, from gym access and fresh food habits to weather, social routines and wellness culture.
Sat, 2 May 2026
As grocery bills remain a major pressure point for households, one budgeting-focused family's supermarket habits show how New Zealanders are changing what they buy, how they plan and where they cut back.
Fri, 1 May 2026
The Wrecking Crew brought Jason Momoa, Dave Bautista and more than 1400 local cast and crew to Auckland, highlighting the growing pull of New Zealand's screen industry.
Thu, 29 January 2026
Morning coffees, park walks and backyard meals add up to a city that feels easy to live in.
Fri, 23 January 2026
Coffee, gardens, riverside walks and a short drive to the coast is often all it takes.
Mon, 19 January 2026
Parks, beaches and outdoor dining are giving residents more reasons to stay out after work.
Tue, 6 January 2026
Our pick of spots for a slow morning coffee or a long lunch.
Thu, 1 January 1970
From ceramics to seasonal produce, weekend markets are drawing crowds.
Tue, 30 December 1969
Plenty of options for parents looking to fill the weekend.
Mon, 29 December 1969
Garden designers and landscapers report strong demand heading into summer.
Sun, 28 December 1969