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Sponsored: Can you go bold?

When choosing an outside colour, consider cost and street appeal.

Sponsored: It’s not just black and white

Working with grey does not have to be dull or chilly.

Reduce reno waste to save money

Planning and preparation are everything.

Sponsored: Big ideas for tiny bathrooms

Temperature, air flow and humidity are key factors in any bathroom reno.

The biggest relationship mistakes people make over Christmas - and how to avoid them

Ending a relationship kindly can be the most loving act this festive season.

'It absolutely politicised me': Dame Jacinda Ardern's candid advice to her younger self

The former PM speaks about growing up as a 'very earnest' young Mormon.

From QI to Kirikiriroa: Alan Davies set for long-awaited NZ return

The QI star begins his 10-date New Zealand tour in Hamilton on July 31.

Dietitian explains the healthiest breakfast choices for better gut health

Experts say emulsifiers and added sugars in bars can disrupt digestion.

Best snacks for energy and weight control, according to dietitians

Scientists say snack quality, not frequency, is key to staying healthy.

Ali Campbell returns to Northland for Waitangi weekend UB40 show

The UK singer vividly recalls reading the Treaty of Waitangi during a Northland visit.

For a literary saint, Margaret Atwood can sure hold a grudge

New York Times: The author's new memoir reveals the experiences that have shaped her work.

Festive spirit everywhere: Art, music and Santa take over the city

Free concerts, new exhibitions and festive fun fill Tāmaki Makaurau’s calendar.

Helping locals this Christmas

Bringing food, support and festive-season kindness to the community.

Mortgage-free in six short years

How one Kiwi couple hit freedom fast – without missing life’s fun.

Voluntary administration: A lifeline, not a last resort for struggling businesses

VA offers breathing space and a path forward with expert guidance.

Reduce reno waste to save money

Planning and preparation are everything.