New Zealand’s happiness ranking linked to sharing meals and helping others
Sharing meals, helping others and material security are parts of the recipe for happiness in countries like New…
Gregor Paul: Scott Robertson unfiltered: What’s Razor really like?
But Razor had everyone hooked. He was what the TV world calls talent. He was the point of…
The Emory London: What it’s like staying at a suite
Was it unnerving to be served so attentively and lavishly? Yes. Do I fear how deeply I enjoyed…
Hawke’s Bay gallery showcases big Christmas exhibition in little space
“Our Christmas exhibition celebrates the joy of giving [and keeping] art. “This year’s artworks layer surprise, texture, and…
Rodrigo Olin-German on what it’s like living with HIV
Rodrigo Olin-German has lived with HIV for 22 years. Photo / Supplied Rodrigo Olin-German is an HIV advocate…
Asperitas clouds: ‘Wavy’ clouds caused by thunderstorms seen across New Zealand skies
While the exact cause of the waves is “difficult” to say, White suspects it could be due to…
Top things to do in Auckland: a 12-hour guide to the city’s best spots
Start the day with a refreshing dip at one of Herne Bay’s beautiful beaches. Favourite sandy spots include…
Revealed: What the new Defence Force planes will look like
The planes have been acquired on a six-year lease-to-buy arrangement with the US-based Air Lease Corporation, with $620…
Why homemade chips never taste like the ones from the chippie – and how to fix it
Chip-shop chips are hard to equal – but it can be done. Photo / 123RF The fix 1.…
NZ First leader Winston Peters promises to repeal two-day-old Regulatory Standards Act
“What’s clear is that this is a landmark piece of legislation that Act would never vote to get…
All Whites v Ecuador: New Zealand learn tough World Cup lessons in 2-0 defeat
The All Whites best chance fell to Ben Old, who saw his goal bound shot deflected away by…
When a child beekeeper in California learned his hives broke the law, he rallied support to change it
It had “recently come to the attention of the City” that the Bards were allegedly violating local law,…