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Is a Marmite sandwich and an apple good enough for a child's lunch?
We've come a long way in what we know about eating well, so "just like you and I had" is not good enough any more, experts say. Audio
The 89-year-old who can lift her own body weight
Avila Allsop made the decision to take up powerlifting at the age of 86. Audio
Is there a place for Cosmo magazine in New Zealand any more?
The young woman's guide to life is having a rebirth in New Zealand, but do the target market really want sealed sections and centrefolds?
抹茶销量超越咖啡:来自东方的绿色饮品是如何改变传统饮品市场的
如今,新西兰许多咖啡馆都推出了抹茶类饮品。业内人士认为,能够像咖啡一样提神,又不会产生身体负担--这或许是抹茶能够流行的原因。
'More matcha than coffee' - how the green alternative is taking over
Sore wrists and broken whisks as baristas make hundreds of the potent green tea drink which is overtaking coffee sales.
How do I get the most out of my 15 minute meet-the-teacher?
A 15-minute window to meet your child's teacher may seem brief, but get it right and you'll get the school year off to a good start. Here's how to make the most of it. Audio
Are there more flies this summer?
If you feel like there are fatter, more frequent flies buzzing around your home in New Zealand this year, you're not wrong. Audio
'One of our favourite shows', Coldplay's Chris Martin tells Auckland
Review: Secure your 3D moon googles and slip on a compostable plant-based LED wristband. Audio
What is Hyrox and why is everyone talking about it?
A new mass sports event is coming to New Zealand next year and all the fitness folks are amping up for it.
What is Hyrox and why is everyone talking about it?
A new mass sports event is coming to New Zealand next year and all the fitness folks are amping up for it.
The drama surrounding the Miss Universe Fiji controversy - and finally, a winner
After six weeks of confusion and online furore the official Miss Universe Organisation have named Manshika Prasad the winner. Audio
Celebrity Treasure Island winner's secret is out of the bag
JP Foliaki gathered his friends and whānau together for a finale viewing party. "It's like a surreal feeling ... reliving it through watching the episode last night."
Tui's 'yeah right' billboards are back and 'there's nothing funny about it'
The brewery has kicked off with a sign that relates to the Phillip Polkinghorne trial. Marketing expert says " they just got it wrong" but DB has doubled down. Audio
Daylight saving: Does an hour really make a difference?
Can we expect a bunch of grumpy people walking around on Sunday? And how can we take the edge off that transition?
CTI star Spankie Jackzon forced out by injury, how is she now?
"I might be a 6ft 4 man but like, I'm a delicate peach."
Miss Universe Fiji pageant 'tainted' with drama over winner
The beauty contest has turned ugly as accusations fly over who won the crown. Audio
Why would you open an eatery in a cost of living crisis?
While plenty of places have been forced to shutter, there are 'risk takers' in hospo giving it a crack. Nicky Park and Jogai Bhatt talk to some of them.
Baby battles and boredom: Why Ethically Kate nearly quit
She's known for her upbeat, dance-filled takes on sustainable living, but real life has been taking its toll on Kiwi influencer Ethically Kate.
The people who take photos of babies who didn't make it
Emma Macdonald has photographed nearly 650 babies and children who have died in New Zealand. "I've had tears rolling down my face behind my camera in some sessions."
How Ali Wong ended up at Sam Low's house for dinner
When local cook Sam Low extended a dinner invitation to Ali Wong's people, he didn't expect the famous American comedian would accept.