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Interactive exhibition makes a splash
Surrounded by 360 degree screens, Aucklanders can become a "human mouse" at the War Memorial Museum's first large-scale interactive show.

Disco drama a winner at hair awards
New Zealand's latest Hairdresser of the Year, Sara Allsop, says competitions are great training for young talent.

A Keen Kiwi aesthetic
Interior designer Anna Keen has had a varied career, from creating kennels to a distinctly New Zealand hotel.

Beauty news: Nice to nails
Now is the time to be extra kind to your nails to keep them in good condition through the cooler months.

Retail therapy: WOW, that's incredible
Tickets are now on sale for one of the most spectacular events of the year - the Brancott Estate World of Wearable Art Awards in Wellington. Bringing together art and fashion in a two-hour show.

Mental health workers protest against assaults
Health workers have presented management of a mental health facility with a vote of no confidence after hundreds of assaults by patients.

<i>Garnet Station</i>, Westmere
We came here because we were enticed by the art deco shop frontage and wondered what lay beyond.

<i>Cazador Restaurant</i>, Mt Eden
Cazador is a game restaurant in the old-fashioned sense: if you bring in the spoils of your hunting trip, they will make it into dinner.

<i>Gill South</i>: Shaking things up a bit
As a form of cardio exercise it doesn't get much more fun than Zumba, writes Gill South.

Concert Review: NZSO, Auckland Town Hall
Inkinen puts his stamp on contrasting NZSO offerings.

Time for brunch at 10 of the best
Libby Nicholson-Moon finds 10 of the best cafes for Sunday brunch.