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We’ve been making the most of the warm, sunny weather and, while we’re still a family of three, getting out and about in the garden planting strawberries. We even hosted a long Italian lunch with friends which was inspired by the experience of making

Fancy learning the haka in Queenstown? How about getting your hands dirty sculpting some movie magic at Wellington’s award-winning Weta Workshop? Or playing a round of squash with a former world champ in Auckland? Now that Airbnb has expanded its Exp

Winter wellness was the hot topic of the day at our sell-out NADIA Mind, Body and Soul events held at the picturesque Boatshed in Wellington and the urbane Generator offices in Auckland’s Wynyard Quarter. Although both occasions were blessed with sun

As the weather gets warmer, and the sun shines brighter, you can practically feel the summer holidays coming around the corner. Becoming more active in the warmer months is much, much easier than it is in winter, when heading outside for a walk or jo

You work hard and deserve to be able to spend money on the things that make you happy. Travel, both near and far, is one of the top non-negotiable costs for me and for many of my clients. However, it’s important to have a plan and understand the fina

Kayla Greenville is a clarity coach who offers coaching, workshops and Walk n Talks. Walk n Talks are a unique form of coaching which take place while walking in nature, either in person or via Skype. “The theory behind clarity coaching is that accep

We read the back of our food packets to look for red-flag ingredients, but how much do we know about what we’re putting on our skin? There are a number of ingredients in our skincare products that when washed down the drain can end up negatively impa

Now that it’s warmer, water sports such as kayaking, surfing, water skiing, sailing and stand-up paddleboarding are fun ways to get fit. Take lessons, borrow or rent gear and give it a go. All these activities burn an average of 300-900 calories an h

As vitamin C is one of the most important antioxidants for helping to prevent the breakdown of collagen, it’s not surprising that the Kakadu plum has found itself in the beauty industry’s spotlight. Along with holding the world record for the highest

Healing techniques created by ancient civilisations can still benefit our health even in this modern era. We take a look at some age-old practices – from traditional Chinese and Indian medicine to Māori and Native American remedies – and gather a few

You’ve got your skincare regime in the bag already, a regular appointment locked in with your hairdresser, and you know where to go to get your nails in tip-top shape, even if you don’t get there as often as you’d like. However, while you might guzzl

The Farm in Byron Bay, New South Wales, is a diverse community made up of organic growers, chefs, bakers and gardeners. Its on-site flower nursery, The Garden Shed, connects people to the land through plants, flowers, seeds and workshops. This extrac

Long ruler, measuring tape, pencil and eraser Large circular piece of wood or MDF (we used a custom-made 900mm MDF art board, 4mm thick) 3 pieces wood for the back (we used 19mm-thick offcuts a little shorter in length than the shelves) 3 x len

B usiness is humming in the heart of Rotorua, especially at Streamland Honey where the launch of its latest Passionfruit ‘n Honey flavour combination is creating a bit of a buzz. As a pioneering young Kiwi honey brand, its focus is on the evolving fu

Discovering food from the distant corners of the globe is almost a competitive sport. But in this case, just sit back and let some of the world’s prized dishes come to you. These gold-star recipes from Scandinavia, Eastern Europe, Egypt and the Middl

Ready in 35 minutes plus proving time | Makes 4 This traditional Georgian dish is a fun and indulgent treat – rip off bread from the edge to mix in the butter and dunk into the egg-and-cheese filling. 450g high grade flour8g (1 sachet) active drie

Spring is the perfect time to dust off the hiking boots and encourage the kids to explore a new walking track. Send them off on their adventure with backpacks full of good food – or better still, let them pack the lunch and see if they’ll let you com

Ready in 25 minutes | Makes about 16 2 cups mixed berries, fresh or frozen¼ cup sugar, plus ⅓ cup extra¼ cup water½ star anise½ vanilla bean1 Tbsp arrowroot mixed with 1 Tbsp cold water2 eggs1½ cups Yoplait Au Naturel Yoghurt1¾ cups self-raising fl

Grown in the lush tropical environment of the Philippines, Dole pawpaw (or papaya) offers melt-in-the-mouth flavour with health benefits to boot. A source of antioxidants and vitamins C, A and E, pawpaw brings a burst of sunshine to baked treats and

From nutritious nourish bowls to salads and soups bursting with healthy ingredients, it’s as easy as a quick swap to change up these flexible recipes and turn them vegetarian, or vice versa. By switching out the protein you can suit your mood or plea

Neat stooks of asparagus at the vege shop mean just one thing: spring is here and light, fresh flavours are back with a bang. Here I’ve used the spears in a variety of ways, from an easy rustic tart and a hearty salad (both great extras at a barbie)

Sometimes there’s nothing better than eating straight out of the pan – particularly if it’s a rustic pud cooked over an open flame! Of course, you don’t need to be camping in the great outdoors to enjoy our selection of scrumptious skillet desserts,

Fresh pasta is far easier and quicker to make than many think. It takes just five ingredients and 20 minutes to get a batch of pasta ready for the pot, following our simple recipe below; and although a pasta machine is fun, a rolling pin and a knife

William (left) and Oliver Deane (right), co-founders of local beverage company, Part Time Rangers, tell their customers, “Whatever you do tonight, do it for the rhinos.” The Deanes became involved in rhino conservation after visiting Tanzania’s Seren

If you’ve ever dreamed of leaving your job to travel the world, don’t read this – unless you’re ready to be seriously inspired. While researching this story, we met 10 intrepid Kiwis, all of whom have found ways to live on the road without leaving th

Former New Zealand Olympic skier Lyndon Sheehan may have left competitive skiing behind but his head is still very much in the misty mountains of Aotearoa – in fact, he’s recently launched a brand of handcrafted canvas and leather goods inspired by n

Humans are creatures of habit. We have our favourite cafes, our usual stores and our tried and true gym classes. While the familiar is convenient and practical, it can be easy to get into a rut. Rather than planning an expensive getaway to escape the

Hours of voluntary work go into the running of the Cambodia Charitable Trust (CCT), but founder Denise Arnold doesn’t complain. The charity provides free, quality education to vulnerable Cambodian children, especially girls, who might otherwise be fo

For many Kiwis, the dream of owning a boat is in our DNA. Even though we have one of the highest rates of boat ownership per capita, in truth the reality is that this desire often remains a fantasy. Enter Stitchbird creator Charlie North, a mechanica

Did you know you can travel half the length of Aotearoa via the four linked routes of the Great Journeys of New Zealand, KiwiRail’s train and ferry tourism network? The Northern Explorer transports passengers down the Central Plateau from Auckland to

Sri Lanka is a land of extremes – despite being about half the size of our own North Island, it boasts tropical beaches, misty highlands, dense jungle, bustling cities and grassy plains. Following the end of a tragic 26-year civil war in 2009, as wel